MG ZS EV OVERVIEW
MG Hector has received good response from the market even after stiff competition. MG has now launched its second SUV in the Indian market, which is an EV. The MG ZS EV is the electric version of the ZS that is sold in the foreign markets.
MG ZS EV is longer than the usual compact SUVs that are available in the market. MG ZS EV is a crossover which means it is smaller than MG Hector, but larger than a compact SUV.
The battery of the EV has gone through various rough testing because of which it is IP67 certified and survive the Indian climate. MG ZS EV is available in two variants namely, Excite and Exclusive. Just like the MG Shield package that is offered with the Hector, MG offers with the ZS EV.
The comprises of an extended warranty up to 8-year or 1,50,000 km warranty on the lithium-ion battery and 24x7 roadside assistance for five years which is only for the private buyers.
TECHNICAL SPECS OF MG ZS EV EXCITE (ELECTRIC)
Body
Seating Capacity - 5
Doors - 5
Body Type - SUV
Engine
Cylinder Configuration - In-line
Power - 142.76PS@3500rpm
Torque - 353Nm@5000rpm
Turbocharger - Yes
Engine Location - Front, Longitudinal
Fuel System - Injection
Fuel Type - Electric
Electric Range - 340 km/full charge
Battery - 16Hrs@220Volt.50
MinsFastCharging - ampere-hour
Battery - 44.5 (kWh), Lithium Ion
Emission Norm - BS 6
Electric Motor - Three Phase Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Transmission
Drivetrain - RWD (Rear Wheel Drive)
Type - Automatic
Suspensions/Brakes/Wheels and Tyres
Front Brakes - Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes - Ventilated Disc
Front Suspension - MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension - Torsion Beam
Handbrake - Automatic
Front Tyre & Rim (width, mm / height, % / Radius, inch) - 215/50 R17
Rear Tyre & Rim (width, mm / height, % / Radius, inch) - 215/50 R17
Wheels Size (width, mm / height, % / Radius, inch) - 215/50 R17
FEATURES OF MG ZS EV EXCITE (ELECTRIC)
Safety
Number of Airbags - 6
Airbags - Curtain airbags, Driver frontal airbag, Front passenger frontal airbag, Front passenger side airbag, Drive side airbag
Hill Assist - Yes
Engine Immobilizer - Yes
ASR / Traction Control - Yes
Parking Assistance - Rear sensors with camera
Child Safety Locks - Yes
Door Ajar Warning - Yes
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) - Yes
Central Locking - Yes
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) - Yes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) - Yes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) - Yes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) - Yes
High Speed Alert System - Yes
Passenger Side Seat-Belt Reminder - Yes
3 Point Seat-Belt in Middle Rear Seat - Yes
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera - Yes
Interior
Power Windows - All Windows
Power Steering - Electric Power
Instrument Console - Digital
Multifunction Display - Yes
Adjustable Steering Column - Rake
Power Seats - Yes
Seats Material - Fabric
Leather Wrapped Steering - Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel - Multifunction Steering Wheel
Sun Visor - Driver & Front Passenger
Start / Stop Button - Yes
Clock - Digital
Rear Center Armrest - Audio Controls, Cup Holders
Comfort
Audiosystem - CD Player with USB & Aux-in
Ventilation System - Fully automatic climate control
Navigation System - Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers - Yes
Automatic Headlamps - Yes
Boot-lid Opener - With Remote, Manual
Fuel-lid Opener - Internal
Cruise Control - Yes
Cigarette Lighter - Yes
12v Power Outlet - Yes
Second Row AC Vents - Yes
Third Row AC Vents - Not Applicable
Cooled Glove Box - Yes
CD / MP3 / DVD Player - Yes
FM Radio - Yes
Bluetooth - Yes
USB Compatibility - Yes
Aux-in Compatibility - Yes
Infotainment Screen - Touch Sensitive
Cup Holders - Front & Rear
Door Pockets - Front & Rear
Keyless Entry - Smart Key
Paddle Shifters - Yes
iPod Compatibility - Yes
Cargo/Boot Lights - Yes
Walk Away Auto Car Lock - Yes
Voice Recognition - Yes
Instrumentation
Tachometer - Analog
Odometer - Analog
Average Fuel Consumption - Yes
Gear Indicator - Yes
Gear Shift Reminder - Yes
Average Speed - Yes
Tripmeter - Yes
Distance to Empty - Yes
Fuel Gauge - Digital
Engine Malfunction Light - Yes
Speedometer - Digital
Key Off Reminder - Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System - Yes
Headlight Reminder - Yes
Low Fuel Warning - Yes
Fasten Seat Belt Warning - Yes
Drive Modes - Eco, Sport, Normal
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT OF MG ZS EV EXCITE (ELECTRIC)
Length - 4314 mm
Width - 1809 mm
Height - 1644 mm
Wheelbase - 2585 mm
Boot Space - 448 litres