MG MOTOR UK ZS ELECTRIC HATCHBACK

Name: MG MOTOR UK ZS 115kW Trophy EV Long Range 73kWh 5dr Auto
Brand: MG MOTOR UK ZS
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115kW Trophy EV Long Range 73kWh 5dr Auto

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Performance
4
Handling
5
Comfort
5
Space
8
Styling
6
Build
6
Value
9
Equipment
7
Economy
6
Depreciation
7
Insurance
6

Introduction

Looking for a compact family-sized full-electric model on the used car market with zero emissions and the rapid responses characteristic of today's EVs? Here's the most affordable option you could consider, the early 44.5kWh version of the MG ZS EV, which sold between 2019 and 2021. It's an SUV, it's sensibly priced and it's well equipped. If ultimate driving range capacity isn't a top priority and you're buying on a budget, you might rather like it.

Models

5dr SUV (EV)

History

The world is calling for higher levels of electrified vehicle technology (which to some extent we've now got) and more affordable EV models (which we're still waiting for). Back in 2019, enter Chinese brand MG - and specifically, the original 44.5kWh version of this ZS EV model, which was priced to undercut similarly-sized rivals by a significant amount. It was even cheaper than smaller supermini-shaped EVs. The ZS is a decently spacious compact SUV that was launched in 2018 with 1.0-litre or 1.5-litre petrol power. But MG were also keen to tell us at the time that this model's platform had been designed with full electrification very much in mind. This original ZS EV was replaced in Autumn 2021 by a revised model with a larger 72kWh Long Range battery, but it's the early 2019-2021 44.5kWh-era version we look at here.

What You Get

Some would number this car amongst the more stylish family sector EV models you can buy from the 2019-2021 period. At just over 4.3m in length, it's an SUV sized somewhere between the smaller Crossover class (think Renault Captur/Nissan Juke) and the larger family-sized Crossover segment (think Nissan Qashqai/Kia Sportage). In this original electric form, the ZS sports a revised 'star-rider' front grille to frame its brand's famous octagonal company logo. Open the cabin doors and you're greeted with a spacious interior, though one with material quality not quite the equal of what you'd find from more established brands. Still, MG tried hard here, with a range of 3D shapes, metallic and chrome finishes - and faux-leather upholstery on the top 'Exclusive'-spec model. With this model, it was clear that the Chinese bean counters were finally getting the idea that it doesn't do to try and make production cost savings in the cabin, an area so crucial to the day-to-day experience of automotive ownership. Hence, for example, the soft-touch coating for the upper dash top; the stylised 'jet'-style corner air vents; and the supple faux- leather that trims the steering wheel and gear knob. There's a decently large 8-inch centre-dash infotainment display too. Without exception, all of the EV models you can currently buy on the UK used car market for ZS EV money are considerably smaller than this MG, both inside and out. Careful packaging positioned the battery pack beneath the car, so that it doesn't impinge on either passenger or luggage space. With small crossovers, it's usually on the rear seat that you're reminded of their supermini origins. Not in this case. This car is slightly wider and longer than typical small SUVs and that really pays dividends here. In fact MG claimed that the kind of room on offer in the back of a ZS was much more comparable with the kind of space you'd get from a Qashqai-class family hatch-based SUV from the next class up - and there's some truth in that. The notably low centre transmission tunnel even means that you could theoretically seat three adults alongside each other back here - or at least you would be able to do that if this bench was better sculpted. As it is, the narrow centre seating position is really only suitable for children. The boot's 448-litre total capacity is exactly the same as you'd get in a combustion-engined ZS which, to give you some class perspective, is a figure around 60-litres higher than you'd get from most normal compact SUVs. Fold forward the 60:40-split rear bench and the capacity figure rises to 1,100-litres.

What You Pay

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What to Look For

There aren't many major issues here, other than a few electrical and software issues; go thoroughly over all the powered and infotainment functions of the car you're looking at. Even if there were, all cars will obviously be covered by MG's warranty, a fully-transferrable 7 year/80,000 mile package. Otherwise, it's just the usual things; look out for stone chips and alloy wheel scratches. And insist on a fully stamped-up service history.

Replacement Parts

MG parts prices are pretty affordable but you'll probably need to source them through an MG dealer. This being an EV, you'll save on a lot of the usual service items - you obviously won't need things like an oil filter and so on. And the brake pads will last a lot longer - possibly the life of the car.

On the Road

This early ZS EV was powered by a 44.5kWh, water-cooled lithium-ion battery which has a WLTP-rated driving range certified at 163 miles. A couple of years back, that would have been quite creditable but these days, comparable family EVs are routinely able to deliver well over 200 miles from a single charge. Mind you, those cars will be considerable more expensive than this one and are typically less spacious inside; it all comes down to what your priorities are. As with most EVs, this one should feel sprightly away from rest, courtesy of the fact that all its drive torque (353Nm) is generated immediately from the get-go. There's 105 kW of power, equivalent to 143PS, and the 62mph benchmark is dispatched in just 8.5s, though there's a rather limited top speed of just 87mph. At the wheel, instead of the usual gear stick, you select drive from a Rotary Gear Selector, which allows you to switch between three gears - Drive, Neutral and Reverse. In front of this is a further control that allows you to switch between three levels of brake energy recovery (or turn the recovery system off). Level one will implement a small amount of regeneration, with much of the braking still dependent on the vehicle's brakes. Level three offers the greatest regenerative benefit, offering near one-pedal driving with minimal need for the brakes, improving the lifespan of the parts, increasing efficiency and reducing ownership costs. Charging ZS EGV is straightforward thanks to its combined CCS and Type 2 port, mounted within the front grille for easy access from either side of the car. The CCS plug is an enhanced version of the Type 2 plug, with two additional power contacts for the purposes of quick charging and supports AC and DC charging power. Featuring rapid charging capability, the ZS EV can charge from 0-80% in 40 minutes from a 50 kW charging station (if you can find one). At home, the car can recharge itself using a standard 7KW wallbox in six hours - overnight charging's easy, in other words. In emergencies, the car can also be charged via a standard 3-pin plug. The battery pack is comprised of 18 cells and weighs just 280kg, providing competitive performance without generating any emissions. Managed by MG's Intelligent Battery Temperature Control system, the battery pack is insulated from external temperature variations, delivering the optimum power and range whatever the weather.

Overall

In this ZS EV in its early 44.5kWh form, MG delivered a typically tightly-priced package. We'd hoped for a little more driving range from it but if most of your motoring is based around short urban runs, this car might still suit you down to the ground. It's well equipped, and spacious and nippy to drive. Is it the best car in the sector? No. Is it the best really affordable model in the class? Absolutely yes. MG has just taken another big step forward.

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Specification

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Exterior Features

Metallic paint
Solid paint
Tri coat paint

Paintwork

Metallic - Battersea Blue
Metallic - Black pearl
Metallic - Monument Silver
Solid - Arctic white
Tri coat - Dynamic Red

Trim

Leather - Black with contrast stitching

Driver Convenience

10.1" colour touchscreen
3 Driving modes
360 degree parking camera
Adaptive cruise control
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Blind spot detection (BAS) with lane change assist (LCA)
Bluetooth connectivity
eCall emergency call system
Full digital driver information display
Intelligent speed limit assist
iSmart user app (includes vehicle status, charging management, WiFi)
Lane keep assist system (LAS) with Lane departure warning system (LDWS)
PAS
Rear cross traffic alert
Rear parking sensors
Rotary gear selector
Satellite Navigation
Traffic jam assist
Trip computer
Wireless Mobile Phone Charger

Entertainment

2 USB C Ports (1x front, 1x rear)
3 USB ports (1x front - inc data transfer, 1x rear, 1x rear view mirror - power only for dash cam accessory)
6 speaker audio system with 3D sound
DAB audio

Exterior Features

Auto headlights
Body colour electric adjustable folding heated door mirrors
Follow me home headlights
Front and rear electric windows with driver's one-touch up/down
Intelligent high beam
LED Bi-Function headlights
LED centre brake light
LED daytime running lights
Panoramic sky roof
Rain sensing wipers
Rain sensor
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Silver roof rails
Vehicle to load charging

Interior Features

12V power sockets
2nd row 60/40 split/fold
3 rear headrests
3 seat bench in 2nd row
4 way manually adjustable passenger seat
6 way electric adjustable drivers seat
Adjustable dual height boot floor
Auto air conditioning with odour and pollutant filter
Front headrests
Heated front seats
ISOFIX restraints on outer rear seats x2
Leather steering wheel
Leather upholstery with contrast stitching
Single front passenger seat

Passive Safety

3 Regenerative braking modes (1, 2, 3)
3x3 point rear seatbelts
ABS/EBD
Active emergency braking with pedestrian/Bicycle detection
Anti rolling protection
Dual front airbags
EBA
Electric parking brake with auto hold function
ESP
Front passenger airbag deactivation switch
Front seatbelts (3-point + pretensioner + load limiter)
Front side airbags
Hill launch assist
Rear door child safety locks
Rear passenger seatbelt reminder
Seatbelt reminder for driver and front passenger
Side curtain airbags
Tyre pressure monitoring system

Security

Alarm system and engine immobiliser
Keyless entry and push button start system
Remote central locking
Speed sensing door locks

Wheels

17" Propeller alloy wheel aero cover
Tyre repair kit

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity in kWh

72.6
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)

2040
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW

2.2
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW

7
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)

630
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins)

63
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change

10-80
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW

50
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins)

42
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change

10-80
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW

100
Battery Leased

No
Battery Type

Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location

Front
Coupler/Connector Type

Type 2
Usable Battery Capacity

68.3
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - City

12.9
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb

17.8
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - City

4.8
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb

3.5
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City

596
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb

440
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City

370
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb

273

Emissions - ICE

CO

Not Available
CO2 (g/km)

0
HC

Not Available
HC+NOx

Not Available
Noise Level dB(A)

Not Available
NOx

Not Available
Particles

Not Available
Standard Euro Emissions

Not Available

Engine and Drive Train

Camshaft

Not Available
Catalytic Convertor

Not Available
CC

1
Compression Ratio

Not Available
Cylinder Layout

Not Available
Cylinders

Not Available
Cylinders - Bore (mm)

Not Available
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)

Not Available
Engine Code

Not Available
Engine Layout

FRONT TRANSVERSE
Fuel Delivery

Not Available
Gears

1 SPEED
Number of Valves

Not Available
Transmission

AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Combined (mpg)

Not Available
EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies

Not Available
EC Extra Urban (mpg)

Not Available
EC Urban (mpg)

Not Available

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying

Yes
Badge Engine CC
Badge Power

156
Based On ID

Not Available
Coin Description

Not Available
Coin Series

Trophy EV Long Range
Generation Mark

1
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

28A
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

Not Available
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

Not Available
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

Not Available
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

Not Available
NCAP Safety Assist %

Not Available
Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?

No
Service Interval Frequency - Months

12
Service Interval Mileage

15000
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

80000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

7
Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months

Not Available
Timing Belt Interval Mileage

Not Available
Vehicle Homologation Class

M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

8.4
Engine Power - BHP

156
Engine Power - KW

115
Engine Torque - LBS.FT

207
Engine Torque - MKG

28.6
Engine Torque - NM

280
Top Speed

108

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP

Tyres

Alloys?

Yes
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Size Front

215/55 R17
Tyre Size Rear

215/55 R17
Tyre Size Spare

TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style

PROPELLER
Wheel Type

17" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height

1625
Height (including roof rails)

1649
Length

4323
Wheelbase

2581
Width

1809
Width (including mirrors)

2048

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Not Available
Gross Vehicle Weight

2070
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)

1100
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)

470
Max. Loading Weight

450
Max. Roof Load

75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked

500
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked

500
Minimum Kerbweight

1620
No. of Seats

5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb

11.2

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Transmission TypeAutomatic

Fuel TypeElectric

Fuel Efficiency0.00mpg

Emissions0.00g/km

Top Speed108mph

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