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MG ZS Essence (2023) price & specs
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Essence
Overview
The 2023 MG ZS Essence is a front-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 3rd November 2023. The MG ZS is regarded as a small SUV built in China with prices starting at $24,990 before on-road costs.
This MG ZS is powered by a 1.0L 3-cylinder engine that has 82 kW of power (at 5200 rpm) and 160 Nm of torque (at 1800 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 48L fuel tank
It has a 84 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
65.42 kW/t
56.29 kW/t
135.76 kW/t
Boot Space
359 litres
85 litres
551 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.1 L/100km
1.9 L/100km
9.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
676 km
555 km
1,000 km
Price
$22,990 - $24,990
$21,490
$64,000
Warranty (Years)
7 - 10 years
5 years
15 years
Warranty (Distance)
250,000 km - Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
3 years
7 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,733 kg
1,330 kg
2,430 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
500 kg
400 kg
2,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
164 mm
125 mm
225 mm
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Dimensions
4,314 mm
1,809 mm
1,644 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,314 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,809 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,644 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,585 mm |
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Sales Data
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Explore MG ZS Features & Specs
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Mobile Integration
Apple Carplay: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Eu6 D
Engine
Engine (cc): Unlimited
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.0
Number of Cylinders: 3
WLTP Emissions
ICE Testing Type: ICE
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.7
Main Capacity (L): 48
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.6
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 716
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 445
WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 14.9
WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 6.7
WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 42
WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 35
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 111
Maximum Power (kW): 82
Maximum Torque (Nm): 160
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: 5
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 359
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.1
Front Track (mm): 1526
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 164
Overall Height (in): 64.7
Overall Height (mm): 1644
Overall Length (in): 169.8
Overall Length (mm): 4314
Overall Width (in): 71.2
Overall Width (mm): 1809
Rear Track (in): 60.5
Rear Track (mm): 1536
Wheelbase (in): 101.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2585
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1733
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3821
Tare Weight (kg): 1271
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
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