MG ZS Engines and Transmissions
The MG ZS engine range spans simple and modern approaches. The 1.5 MT pairs a naturally aspirated gasoline unit with a manual gearbox for straightforward, low-cost motoring, while the 1.0T GDI uses a small turbocharged direct-injection engine with an automatic transmission. The EV replaces all of that with an electric motor. Each drivetrain drives the front wheels.
SUV 5-doors — MG ZS Engines and Transmissions
| Modification | Engine type | Engine capacity | Maximum power | Maximum power, kw | Maximum torque N⋅m | Transmission | Type of drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 MT | Gasoline | 1498 cm³ | 106 hp | 78 kW | 141 N⋅m | Manual | FWD |
| EV | Electro | Not provided | 143 hp | 105 kW | 364 N⋅m | Automatic | FWD |
| 1.0T GDI | Gasoline | 999 cm³ | 110 hp | Not provided | 163 N⋅m | Automatic | FWD |
MG ZS Dimensions
SUV 5-doors — MG ZS Dimensions
MG ZS Cargo Space
SUV 5-doors — MG ZS Cargo Space
MG ZS Trims and Equipment
MG ZS trim levels sit on top of the technical version rather than replacing it: the mechanical package stays the same while the equipment changes. The EV, for example, is offered in Net S and Net UP S configurations. Higher trims usually add convenience, comfort and infotainment features, so check each car's own equipment list.
MG ZS Battery, Range, Charging
The MG ZS battery capacity question matters most on the EV, which stores its energy in a lithium-ion pack. In daily use you plug in at home or work and start each morning with a full charge, saving faster public charging for longer journeys. Cold weather and sustained highway speeds noticeably reduce usable range.
SUV 5-doors — MG ZS Battery, Range, Charging
| Modification | Battery power | Battery type | Driving range, maximum | Full charge home | Full public charging time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV | 45.6 kWh | Lithium-ion batterie | 263 km | 450 min | 50 min |