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About the MG ZS
Last updated Sep 29, 2025The 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.
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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Power to Weight
60.9 - 112.06 kW/t
58.16 kW/t
165.79 kW/t
Boot Space
443 litres
264 litres
520 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
3.8 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
797 - 872 km
460 km
1,146 km
Price
$23,990 - $36,990
$21,990
$86,800
Warranty (Years)
10 years
2 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
250,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 1 year
2 years
6 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,745 - 1,890 kg
1,480 kg
2,580 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
500 kg
400 kg
1,700 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
161 mm
140 mm
209 mm
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2025 MG ZS Price
Excite
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $25,990 |
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $23,990 |
Essence
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $28,990 |
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $26,990 |
Essence Turbo
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $30,990 |
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $29,990 |
Excite Hybrid
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 3-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $30,990 |
Essence Hybrid
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 3-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $33,990 |
Excite Hybrid+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 3-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $33,990 |
Essence Hybrid+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 3-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $36,990 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 MG ZS Fuel Economy
There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the MG ZS
The most fuel efficient MG ZS is the Essence Hybrid with a 3 SP AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 1.5L In-Line and uses 4.7L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The MG ZS that uses the most amount of fuel is the Essence Turbo with a Variable SP AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 1.5L Turbo and uses 6.9L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
| MG ZS | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.7 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a MG ZS?
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.
2025 MG ZS Warranty
What is the warranty on a MG ZS?
The MG ZS offers a 10 year 250,000 km limit 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.
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MG ZS FAQs
The cheapest MG ZS is the Excite that starts from $23,990.
The most expensive MG ZS is the Essence Hybrid+ that starts from $36,990.
The best towing capacity of a MG ZS is 500 kg offered by the following variants: Excite, Essence, Essence Turbo, Excite Hybrid, Essence Hybrid, Excite Hybrid+ and Essence Hybrid+.
The largest MG ZS is the Excite which measures 1818mm wide, 4430mm in length and sits 1635mm tall.
The most powerful MG ZS is the Excite Hybrid which has 158kW of power from its 1.5L In-Line engine.
The MG ZS is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest MG ZS is the Essence Hybrid which weighs 1890 kg (kerb weight).
The MG ZS may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.