2025 MG ZS price and specs: Hybrids arriving first

The new-generation MG ZS is arriving in showrooms this month, but the all-new small SUV will initially be available only with hybrid power.

The ZS Hybrid+ will be offered in two variants, with the Excite initially available at $33,990 drive-away and the Essence priced at $36,990 drive-away.

MG hasn’t confirmed when this promotional pricing will end. The before on-roads price for the Excite is $33,990, while for the Essence it’s $36,990, which means MG is effectively waiving on-road costs, at least for now.

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Petrol-powered ZS variants will follow in the first quarter of 2025, while a replacement for the current ZS EV is due to arrive in 2025.

The new ZS range will replace the current ZS and ZST, and will finally offer a hybrid powertrain to take on the likes of the Hyundai Kona Hybrid. The outgoing model offered a hybrid powertrain, but only in markets like Thailand.

The ZS Hybrid+ uses the same hybrid system as the MG 3, and also shares its platform with the hatchback.

It mates a 1.5-litre Atkinson cycle four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and three-speed hybrid transmission up front, plus a hybrid control unit and 1.83kWh nickel cobalt manganese battery at the rear.

Total system outputs are 158kW and 465Nm, 3kW more than the MG 3.

The styling has a distinct familial resemblance to the new MG 3 and HS up front, while like those models both ZS Hybrid+ variants feature a full suite of active safety technology.

Pricing

Drivetrains and Efficiency

There are selectable Eco, Normal and Sport drive modes, plus three levels of energy regeneration.

Dimensions

Servicing and Warranty

Safety

The new-generation MG ZS has yet to be tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.

Standard safety equipment across the range includes:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Autonomous emergency braking
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Lane-keep assist
• Emergency lane-keep assist
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Safe exit warning
• Tyre pressure monitoring
• Surround-view camera
• Rear parking sensors
• 6 airbags (front, front-side, curtain)

Standard Equipment

There are just two members of the new ZS lineup at first.

The Excite comes standard with the following equipment:

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Tyre repair kit
• Automatic LED headlights
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Power-folding, heated exterior mirrors
• Proximity entry with push-button start
• Electric parking brake
• 12.3-inch instrument cluster with 7.0-inch digital screen
• 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Satellite navigation
• DAB digital radio
• Polyurethane steering wheel
• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
• Fabric upholstery
• 6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat
• 4-way manually adjustable passenger seat
• Vanity mirrors
• Climate control with rear air vents
• 60:40 split/fold rear seats
• 4 x USB ports, including 1 x USB-C up front for charging

The Essence adds:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Panoramic sunroof
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Leatherette upholstery
• 6-way power driver’s seat
• Heated front seats
• Sunglasses holder
• LED front interior lights
• Illuminated vanity mirrors

Both ZS models come with 12 months’ complimentary access to iSmart connectivity. This allows you to use a smartphone app to check the vehicle’s fuel level and location, and remotely control the locks and climate settings, among other connected services.

Colours

Only Dover White paint is standard.

There’s also a range of optional metallic finishes. These comprise:

• Lunar Grey
• Sloane Silver
• Emerald Green
• Brighton Blue
• Diamond Red
• Black Pearl

The Excite has a black interior with grey cloth highlights, while the Essence can be had with either black or white upholstery.

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