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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
2023 MG ZS EV vs 2024 Haval Jolion Comparison
MG ZS EV
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2023 MG
ZS EV
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2024 Haval
Jolion
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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Based on the MG ZS EV ESSENCE
Based on the Haval Jolion LUX
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
55L
275 to 446 km
Warranty
7 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
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Practical second row
- Ample storage space
- Competitive pricing
Misses
- Thirsty, laboured engine
- Undercooked ADAS features
- Unreliable tech
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
- Metallic Paint (+$700)
NA
Colours Available
The ZS EV is available in the following colours:
- Dover White
- Pebble Black
- Brighton Blue metallic
- Sloane Silver metallic
- Diamond Red metallic
Metallic finishes cost an extra $700.
Hamilton White is the standard finish across the Jolion range, with the following colours a $495 option:
- Smoke Grey
- Vivid Green (Premium, Lux, Ultra)
- Golden Black
- Mars Red
- Azure Blue
- Glacier Blue (Lux Hybrid, Ultra Hybrid)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1497 - 1499 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 1.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 130kW | 70kW - 130kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 5500 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 280Nm | 125Nm - 270Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1250 - 4400 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 9.3 - 13 | |
