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2023 MG ZS EV Essence review
The MG ZS EV Essence is the most expensive version of the cheapest electric vehicle on sale in Australia – is it the pick of the range?
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Jack Quick
2022 MG ZS EV vs 2024 BMW X1 Comparison
MG ZS EV
BMW X1
2022 MG
ZS EV
vs
2024 BMW
X1
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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8.0
8.3
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Based on the MG ZS EV ESSENCE
Based on the BMW X1 M35i xDRIVE
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
NA
54L
351 to 421 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year - 7 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
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$60,400 - $90,900
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CarExpert's Take
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Enticing price point
- Zippy electric motor
- Clear warranty and servicing programs
Misses
- Drives with less composure at higher speeds
- Awkward driving position
- Poor translations in infotainment system
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Grown-up, spacious interior
- Packs a punch in a straight line
- Interior tech is mostly excellent
Misses
- Big price jump over xDrive20i
- Gets a bit busy over rough roads
- Interior technology can still be fiddly
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Individual Metallic Paint (+$2,500)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
Colours Available
The 2023 BMW X1 comes standard in non-metallic Alpine White, with a range of metallic finishes costing an extra $1800 or coming free as part of the Enhancement pack:
- Black Sapphire
- Phytonic Blue
- M Portimao Blue
- Sanremo Green
- Cape York Green
- Utah Orange
BMW Individual Storm Bay is a $2500 option, or $700 if you specify your X1 with the Enhancement pack.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1499 - 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 2.0L, 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | TURBO 4, TURBO 3 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 12 - 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 105kW - 130kW | 115kW - 233kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 4400 - 5750 | |
| Torque | ||
| 280Nm - 353Nm | 230Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 9.5 - 11 | |
