MG ZS EV

ZS EV Latest Update

Latest Update: MG has unveiled the ZS EV, a 5-seater SUV, in India and it will be launched sometime in January 2020. It will initially be available in Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Bengaluru. Read more about it here.

MG ZS EV Powertrain: The ZS EV’s electric motor will be powered by a 44.5kWh lithium-ion battery. Output figures of the motor stand at 143PS and 353Nm of power and torque respectively. It has a range of 340km on a single charge in real-world conditions.

MG ZS EV Charging Time: There are multiple ways to charge the ZS EV. MG will supply a 7.4kW charger that can be installed at your home or office. Using this, the batteries can be charged from 0 to 100 per cent in 6-8 hours. Additionally, there is a portable charger that comes with the car and can be plugged into a regular 15A power socket. This takes 16-18 hours to fully charge the car. MG has also installed 50kW DC fast chargers at some of its dealerships that can top up the batteries from 0 to 80 per cent in less than 50 minutes. Meanwhile, MG Motor is developing a bigger battery pack for the ZS EV and it could be offered on our shores as well.

MG ZS EV Features: MG is offering the ZS EV with a bunch of features including an 8-inch infotainment system, a panoramic sunroof, an inbuilt air purifier, and connected tech like the MG Hector.

MG ZS EV Safety Features: The ZS EV is offered with six airbags to protect its occupants in case of a crash. There are three-point seatbelts for all five passengers too. And to prevent a crash even before it happens, there is ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, as well as electronic stability control (ESC) and hill descent control. 

Expected Price: We expect MG Motor to price it between Rs 22 lakh and Rs 25 lakh in India.

Rivals: Its only direct rival will be the Hyundai Kona Electric.