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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 Toyota C-HR Comparison
MG ZS EV
Toyota C-HR
2022 MG
ZS EV
vs
2024 Toyota
C-HR
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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
7.9
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Based on the MG ZS EV ESSENCE
Based on the Toyota C-HR GR-SPORT HYBRID
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
43L
172 to 176 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year - 7 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
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$42,990 - $57,690
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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
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Still has wow factor
- Quiet and efficient
- Nimble handling
Misses
- Drivetrain undermines sporty packaging
- GR Sport is expensive
- Lack of second row amenities
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
- Mica Metallic Paint (+$575)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | SEQUENTIAL F/INJ, PORT & DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1798 - 1987 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 1.8L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 105kW - 130kW | 72kW - 112kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 5200 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 280Nm - 353Nm | 142Nm - 188Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 3600 - 4400 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 13.05 - 14 | |
