ZS EV Excite 2024
₹19.0Lex-showroom
50.3 kWh
Battery
461 km
Range
175 km/h
Top speed
- 50.3 kWh battery — 2024 update
- 461 km range
- i-SMART 2.0 connected car
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MG Motor ZS EV
Compact SUV · 4W · Launched 2020
~£17,133 (converted from INR — verify with manufacturer)
≈ ₹17.99 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
461 km
Battery
50.3 kWh
Top speed
175 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
177 bhp
Seats
5
3 variants available
MG Motor ZS EV — All Variants & Prices
Ex-showroom ₹19.0L – ₹25.5L. On-road price varies by city.
ZS EV Standard 2025
₹19.0Lex-showroom
44.5 kWh
Battery
380 km
Range
160 km/h
Top speed
- 2025 refresh — base variant
- 44.5 kWh battery
- 380 km range
ZS EV Trophy
₹25.5Lex-showroom
50.3 kWh
Battery
461 km
Range
175 km/h
Top speed
- Top-spec ZS EV
- ADAS Level 2
- Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto
Available colors
Currant Red
Glaze Red
Metal Ash Grey
Clear White
Black Knight
Overview
Premium electric SUV with 461 km range. the country's first long-range electric SUV. Level 2 ADAS and premium features. Strong alternative to Tata Nexon EV.
Best for
Premium SUV buyers wanting more features than Nexon EV
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 461 km range with 50.3 kWh battery
- Level 2 ADAS — rare in this price range
- Premium cabin with panoramic sunroof
- Good ride quality
−Cons
- MG service network smaller than Tata
- Rear seat could be more spacious
- Chinese brand perception
- Higher price than Nexon EV
Key features
10.1-inch touchscreen
ADAS Level 2
Panoramic sunroof
360° camera
Connected car (iSmart)
V2L
6 drive modes
Safety features
ADAS
6 airbags
ABS with EBD
ESP
Hill-hold
TPMS
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Full troubleshooting guide
MG ZS EV Fault-Fix Manual: Identify and Solve in Minutes
Step-by-step fixes for the 5 most-reported faults, with difficulty + cost ratings. Written by ev.care's DIYguru-certified technicians.
Read the full guideImportant: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by MG Motor in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Infotainment lag reported
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
Service center availability in smaller cities
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 18-25% below rated on highways at AC + 100 kmph
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast charger compatibility varies by operator firmware
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
Touchscreen ergonomic lag in first 6 months — OTA-fixable
Reported in earlier models — MG Motor has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the MG Motor ZS EV in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 286 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 50.3 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 0-80% in 54 min (50kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: ample for daily driving and longer motorway runs without range anxiety.
The MG Motor ZS EV for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The MG Motor ZS EV is rated at 286 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 50.3 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 50.3 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 461 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 0-80% in 54 min (50kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,50,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 175 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 177 bhp |
| Torque | 280 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1724 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 177 mm |
| Boot space | 470 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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Based on real service data from ev.care's 2,500+ EV repair network and hands-on evaluation.
7.5
Very Good
MG Motor ZS EV
~£17,133 (converted from INR — verify with manufacturer)
7.5/10
Range & battery
9
Performance
7
Features & tech
8.5
Safety
7
Value for money
7
Service network
6.5
Bottom line
The MG Motor ZS EV scores 7.5/10 overall. Best suited for: Premium SUV buyers wanting more features than Nexon EV. Key strength: 461 km range with 50.3 kwh battery. Main consideration: mg service network smaller than tata.
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