- 2022 MG ZS EV pricing and specifications
- Facelift adds new look, larger touchscreen
- 51kWh battery only, offers 320km range
- Priced from $46,990 drive-away
The facelifted 2022 MG ZS EV electric SUV will launch this July, priced from $46,990 to $49,990 drive-away – up from $44,990 drive-away earlier this year.
An overhaul of the exterior sees the introduction of a “grille-less” front end, while inside the cabin new screens have been fitted as standard.
The existing 44.5kWh lithium-ion battery has also been swapped out for a larger 51kWh pack, permitting a driving range of 320km on the WLTP cycle – up from 263km on the outgoing variant.
A larger-still 72kWh battery is available in other markets, offering up to 440km of claimed range – though this isn’t bound for Australia for the time being.
MG claims its front-mounted electric motor has been upgraded, however is yet to confirm if the current power and torque output figures of 105kW/353Nm have been boosted. Overseas models develop 130kW and 280Nm.
While the vehicle was previously offered in a single specification, two variants are now on offer: a $46,990 drive-away ‘Excite’, and a $49,990 ‘Essence’ – up from only one model in the pre-facelift range.
The Essence’s $3000 surcharge adds a sunroof, six-speaker stereo, folding mirrors, heated seats, wireless phone charging, blind-spot monitoring, and rear traffic alert in the premium model – many of which were standard on the pre-facelift 2021 model.
Inside the cabin, both variants now feature a 7.0-inch digital instrument display behind the steering wheel and a new 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen integrated into the dashboard.
LED headlights and tail-lights come standard across the range, as do 17-inch alloy wheels. The existing suite of advanced safety tech – including autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keep assist – is also retained.
As with all MG models, the ZS EV electric SUV is offered with a seven-year warranty covering both the body and battery.
Interested buyers can secure one of the first 500 facelifted MG ZS EV vehicles by registering interest on MG Australia’s website.
2022 MG ZS EV Australian pricing
- MG ZS EV Excite – $46,990 drive-away
- MG ZS EV Essence – $49,990 drive-away (up $5000)
2022 MG ZS EV Excite standard features include:
- 51kWh Standard Range battery
- 17-inch alloy wheels (new design)
- LED headlight and tail-lights
- Reversing camera
- 360-degree camera
- 10.1-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system
- Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and satellite navigation
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Lane-keep assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Speed Assistance System
- Auto high beams
2022 MG ZS EV Essence adds (over Excite):
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Panoramic sunroof
- Heated front seats
- Six-speaker sound system
- Power-folding side mirrors
- Faux leather-look (PU and PVC material) seats
- Wireless phone charging
- Six-way power-adjustable driver seat
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