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2021 MG ZST price and specs
The 2021 MG ZST range now offers a choice of four variants and two different powertrains. Prices start at $25,490 drive-away.
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About the MG ZST
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new MG ZST is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $24,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Core variant and topping out at $32,490 for the Essence.
There are 4 variants of the ZST available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2022.
Engine options include 1.3L turbo petrol direct injection (115kW/230Nm), 1.3L turbo (115kW/230Nm), 1.5L multi-point injection (84kW/150Nm) and 1.5L in-line (84kW/150Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or variable sp automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2021 ZST is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
63.73 - 87.06 kW/t
57.37 kW/t
135.76 kW/t
Boot Space
359 litres
85 litres
591 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.9 - 7.3 L/100km
1.3 L/100km
9.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
616 - 696 km
556 km
1,184 km
Price
$24,490 - $32,490
$17,990
$66,000
Warranty (Years)
7 years
5 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
4 years
2 years
6 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,750 kg
1,330 kg
2,230 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
500 kg
300 kg
2,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
154 mm
125 mm
225 mm
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2021 MG ZST Price
Core
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $24,990 |
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $24,490 |
Vibe
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $26,990 |
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $25,990 |
Excite
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.3L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $29,490 |
| 1.3L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $28,490 |
Essence
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.3L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $32,490 |
| 1.3L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $31,490 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 MG ZST Fuel Economy
There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the MG ZST
The most fuel efficient MG ZST is the Core with a Variable SP AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 1.5L Multi-Point Injection and uses 6.9L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The MG ZST that uses the most amount of fuel is the Excite with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.3L Turbo and uses 7.3L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
| MG ZST | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.9 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a MG ZST?
The MG ZST has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.
2021 MG ZST Warranty
What is the warranty on a MG ZST?
The MG ZST offers a 7 year unlimited km 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 ZST FAQs
The cheapest MG ZST is the Core that starts from $24,490.
The most expensive MG ZST is the Essence that starts from $32,490.
The best towing capacity of a MG ZST is 500 kg offered by the following variants: Core, Vibe, Excite and Essence.
The largest MG ZST is the Core which measures 1809mm wide, 4323mm in length and sits 1653mm tall.
The most powerful MG ZST is the Excite which has 115kW of power from its 1.3L Turbo engine.
The MG ZST is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest MG ZST is the Core which weighs 1750 kg (kerb weight).
The MG ZST uses Premium Unleaded.