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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 2022 Mazda CX-30 Comparison
MG ZS EV
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2022 MG
ZS EV
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2022 Mazda
CX-30
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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
7.8
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Based on the MG ZS EV ESSENCE
Based on the Mazda CX-30 G20 EVOLVE M HYB VISION (FWD)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
48L - 51L
288 to 347 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year - 7 year
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5 year
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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
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Still one of the best small SUVs to drive
- Upmarket design, cabin ambience
- Solid equipment inclusions for the money
Misses
- M Hybrid tech brings minimal savings
- Back seat and boot are on the smaller side
- Lacking in-demand infotainment features
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
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$595)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1998 - 2488 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 2.0L, 2.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 105kW - 130kW | 114kW - 139kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 280Nm - 353Nm | 200Nm - 252Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 3000 - 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 13 - 16.3 | |
