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About the MG ZS
Last updated Oct 23, 2024The MG ZS is a compact crossover that was first released in 2017 and by 2021 had become Australia's top-selling small SUV on the back of keen pricing and a value-packed equipment list. It was aided in its cause by the more upmarket ZST version and then the battery-electric variant that arrived as the country's cheapest EV in 2020. The second-generation MG ZS was launched in late 2024.
Pros
- Bargain entry price
- Seven-year warranty
- Handsome design
Cons
- Short on active safety
- Uninspiring drivetrain
- Cabin built to a price
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2023 MG ZS Price
| Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| ESSENCE | $24,300 | $24,300 |
*excl. on-roads
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2023 MG ZS Dimensions
1644mm
1809mm
4314mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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Boot space is 359L with the rear seats upright, and 1166L with them folded flat.
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2023 MG ZS Safety Rating
There’s no active safety technology like autonomous emergency braking available, though a full suite of active safety and driver assist features is standard on the ZST.
Standard fit includes front, front-side, and curtain airbags, as well as a reversing camera with rear parking sensors.
2023 MG ZS Fuel Economy
MG claims combined-cycle economy of 7.1 litres per 100km and a 48L fuel tank.
Cost of ownership
What is the running and servicing costs of a MG ZS?
| Variant | Engine Type | Month | Kilometre |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESSENCE | 1.0L Turbo Direct Fuel Injection | 6 Months | 10,000km |
| EXCITE | 1.5L Direct Fuel Injection | 6 Months | 10,000km |
| EXCITE | 1.5L Direct Fuel Injection | 12 Months | 10,000km |
You should service your ZS at your authorised MG dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the ZS’s warranty.
How does the 2023 MG ZS drive?
Our expert take on MG ZS drivability.
It's a pretty simple bit of kit, with electric power steering with a few modes of resistance, MacPherson strut front suspension, and a torsion beam at the rear. It has disc brakes at each end.
It's not the final word in agile handling or cushy ride, but for those hopping out of a used vehicle should prove a pleasant enough bit of A-to-B transport.
2023 MG ZS Options
Options list for the MG ZS
You can find more details on all the options and inclusions across the MG ZS variants on the official website, and within the official MG ZS specifications page.
2023 MG ZS Warranty
What is the warranty on a MG ZS?
The MG ZS offers a 7 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
2023 MG ZS vs other SUV's to consider
The Haval Jolion matches it on value, the Mitsubishi ASX has more space, the Toyota Yaris Cross has a hybrid option, the Mazda CX-3 offers similar style with a nicer interior, and the Hyundai Venue comes with more badge cred.
Should you buy the 2023 MG ZS
Is this the right car for you? Out experts buy or not guide.
We won't pretend it's a class-leader, and if you prefer to spend your money on brands with long and uninterrupted periods in the market, then it's not for you.
But if you want a new SUV for the price of rival used ones, then it's on a list of one at this price.
MG ZS FAQs
The cheapest MG ZS is the EXCITE that starts from $19,900.
The most expensive MG ZS is the ESSENCE that starts from $24,300.
The best towing capacity of a MG ZS is offered by the EXCITE which can tow 500Kg
The largest MG ZS is the EXCITE which measures 1809mm wide, 4314mm in length and sits 1644mm tall.
The most powerful MG ZS is the EXCITE which has 84kW of power from its 1.5L Direct Fuel Injection engine.
The MG ZS is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest MG ZS is the ESSENCE which weighs 1733 kg (kerb weight).
The MG ZS uses unleaded petrol.