MG ZS Full Electric SUV - Cheap, Or Great Value?

[@paulmoy7374]

I've just been for a test drive in one and I have to say it is a brilliant car.

[@mynewschannel3100]

The boot level is two-stage affair if you noticed the second set of clips, so you can have it deep or flat.

[@Dave-in-France]

I thought this was a genuinely wonderful video. Down to earth review of an EV "for the masses".

[@smoodles6000]

Test drove this today after watching your review about a year ago. To be honest, we already knew we'd be buying it, your review was so encouraging! The salesman hinted that an enhanced version is launching imminently so we'll wait to see what that is - but we love the ZS EV and will definitely be getting one. Thanks for your great channel, EV Man!

[@michaelsummers9579]

I test drove the excite version yesterday. I was pleased with the external finish, gaps in panels were good & door closing matched my Mercedes for satisfying sound. Interior finish is fine. I don’t have any issues with hard plastics, this is a car designed for families, it must be durable. The drive was superb, quiet, smooth & no rattles or squeaks. The steering was a little too light for my taste but it does mean effortless driving. The car would have been better with paddles rather than the kers switch but no complaints about the regenerative braking at all, just need the brake to stop the car creeping & once stopped it enters auto hold automatically. I’m old enough to remember the first Japanese imports & the concerns that motorists had about them & even high end German cars are made in several countries these days. Final point. MG are making their own batteries & a facility will be in the UK so if the worst happens the battery wont need to be sent abroad. The decision to continue to purchase was easy for me & my needs.

[@andrewwhaley7639]

Agree on the paddles, those 3 buttons (mode, kers and battery) are unnecessarily hard to find when you're driving. Regen seems a thing you're going to constantly want to adjust dependent on driving conditions i.e. low on the motorway and high around town. Overall I didn't like the instrument layout and thought the main screen was too low down. Great drive though.

[@michaelsummers9579]

Andrew Whaley I didn’t try main screen I was really focused on drive & finish. Most sat navs take a while to fire up & I noted James Coates said once running it was ok. It might be worth noting that I believe that these demo cars may be in need of the software update being applied to cars coming into country. In any case Apple car phone & Waze will do for me in the NAV department. Overall, for the money I thought it was pretty good.

[@bignatedegg56]

you have literally described my wife who wasn't overly keen on it when i put the deposit down... she bought a skoda in 2008 which I'm now using and the MG is going to replace :D. I think her watching the last 2 minutes of this has convinced her! Thanks!

[@Chrom35kull]

This video convinced me to look into the MG. Glad I did as I've now bought one :) thanks EVM

[@ThePedro1664]

Hi, just wondering how you like it? pleased with your purchase?

[@Chrom35kull]

​@@ThePedro1664 sorry for the delay, never received a reply notification. Honestly enjoying the car, only had a couple minor issues. Rear wiper scratched the glass so they replaced both parts. The Sterring column developed a click and was replaced. The common issue I had was a BMS update (which has now been resolved) which caused it to not balance or correctly charge up. I had to go through winter with up to 70miles max range by the end of it, once it was patched out I've had nothing but happy motoring. It's also been reasonably cheap to charge, It's cost around £470 to do 12,000 miles (3.9p per mile). I have found it to be the perfect commuter car to go back and forth to work with the shop runs added in. My daily drive is a 45mile round trip and with the nice summer weather I can go almost 4 days between charges, IF i avoid the motorway.

[@steffenwestby4842]

@@ThePedro1664 i have one in Norway. I like it a lot! Very fun car to drive. Rapid charging, and very fast aceleration😅

[@abucken]

Just thought this was worth a comment, i recently test drove the MG and was impressed with the quality of the car, as you say it's a very keen price. I was drawn to the MG because of the ridiculous price of the Leaf. My existing Leaf pcp ends in February, the MG dealer tells me there is 1000 MG's arriving in the UK in November followed by another 1000 in February. The dealer has taken a look at my Leaf and i'm waiting for a quote. Bear with me this gets interesting. So the other day i got a call from the Nissan dealership asking what my intentions were at the end of the pcp, i'm considering buying an MG went down well. After several phone calls and emails i've been offered a leaf n connecta for less than the MG, they said it's a loyalty bonus scheme and i've haven't signed the paperwork yet but somehow they have managed to come up with a set of numbers that beats the MG. So i have a Leaf n connecta on order for delivery mid November. I thought this was worth posting because there are probably many people in my position that are disregarding the Leaf because of the stupid list prices however i think the dealers know that to keep customers heavily discounted deals need to be on the table.

[@Prkshdarshan]

Great Information, but I booked MG immediately after a test drive and its coming after 2 weeks. Super excited

[@anthonyrwatt]

Something similar happened to me too. They ended up offering a 40kwh Tekna for £25k but with a significant bump in my old Leaf Trade in. Only downside is lack of cooling on the Leaf battery. I’d also say at least on the Tekna that the ‘toys’ and finish in the cabin is a step up from the MG. Saying all that Nissan should be worried!

[@michaelsummers9579]

I have a deposit down & test driving it on Monday. James & Kate are selling a Tesla model S for one & I’ve not found a single bad review by the motoring press. Rumours of rust issues have been resolved on the ICE ZS which has been on sale for over 2 yrs. I spoke with a ZS owner who had another MG prior who simply loves them both. I will be going over this car with a fine tooth comb before I continue with the purchase but right now it fits my needs & I was waiting for your review because you tell it as you see it. Thank you for your thoughts on it.

[@emberblack9085]

Why are you selling your model S if i may ask? MG looks nice but it seems like a quite a downgrade from S

[@michaelsummers9579]

Emberblack it’s not me who’s selling a model S it’s James & Kate, strangely they’ve done a live stream today picking up their MG. no mention as yet that they have traded it in. They’ve had use of MG ev for five days on top of a go at a press release, clearly they love the MG. They’re also very experienced long term EV bloggers

[@emberblack9085]

@@michaelsummers9579 Oh right sorry, havent heard of that channel before, gonna check them out

[@michaelsummers9579]

Emberblack Here you go. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5Wxlquum9afmbM

[@davidrix7670]

I think James and Kate have sold their Zoe to buy the MG, although it looks like they are selling the Model S as well

[@geoffmorris1769]

I think the MG has the “reputation” that the likes of Skoda had until 2002 with the Octavia launch, or later still the Hyundai. Nobody is laughing now. They are all brilliant cars and, I think MG will replicate their achievements.

[@gazzrobb2366]

I’ve got rid of my leaf last year extended warranty renewal arrived £470 for a year, MG 7 year warranty

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

Jeepers a two year one for my V8 Lexus was £795 Inc Europe recovery for me and my missus in ANY car

[@EdwardSinclair]

Superb! Amazing review, I only just found your channel. I really like your reviewing style, you are talking to us and not just dribbling some figures, plus you have a great personality. Keep up the good work!

[@dlittlester]

I think you're right about the MG labelling. Here in Canada back in the late seventies, early eighties, I worked at a car dealer that had the British Leyland franchise. I remember the very last MGB we sold sitting on the showroom floor, brand new, with a sheet of cardboard under the engine and gearbox so the oil dripping didn't spoil the floor.

[@stevehazelton6540]

Don Little I have owned four mgb roadsters and my present weekend car is an RV8. One of the issues with cars of the era especially MGs is that with lack of use the various seals and gaskets tended to dry out and weep when driven thereafter. The aftermarket items tended to be less bothersome.

[@meldrew1]

As a previous owner of an MG Midget and a MGBGT, I have no problem with the badge.

[@TagmakersCoUk]

I have a 2002 MG-TF which I am trying to restore. Loved this brand, even though they were/are awful cars to maintain. Hope to complete my restoration before year end.

[@bigt8590]

I think you owned MG’s when the brand had style and elan....things went downhill a bit after that.

[@bigt8590]

Tag Makers Pet Tags Hondas 1.8 didn’t do them any favours unfortunately with the head issues.

[@paulgoffin8054]

BTW, that's not Climate Control, it's air conditioning. It also has blind spot detection, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise with stop/start in traffic jams, pedestrian crossing alert. No front fog lights though :-)

[@squeakers27]

Would assume that start stop was on the engine version of the car however

[@paulgoffin8054]

@@squeakers27 I don't think so. The petrol versions are seriously "inexpensive". Their fuel economy isn't bad but it's not a major selling feature.

[@scottmitchell7824]

Stop start on a EV?? I think not

[@descb600f]

@@scottmitchell7824 read it again the cruise control has stop/start so will stop with the traffic and set off again with the traffic.

[@Dave5843-d9m]

EVs without air conditioning really struggle for range in cold weather because the heater eats up energy. The air-con uses 1/3 of the power because it can be used for heating and for cooling. The real tests will come when we have the next properly cold winter.

[@georgemartin9205]

This car looks great. Its interesting what you say about brand reputation, for me aged mid 30's I just have memories of MG as being racing tour cars. Hopefully it sells well, as the more electric cars on the road the better.

[@kaponi76]

Knew you would like it. I test drove it yesterday and loved it and I'm going from top spec new BMW. Brilliant car.

[@georgehanson5406]

@Kapon76 Likewise test drive was great , and also trading down from a Merc C350e top spec , but the MG EV seems to be GVFM and a no brainer at that price .

[@tonyrstevens]

you have probably made the biggest mistake of your life.

[@Kentuckyfriedtoenails]

@@tonyrstevens who are you

[@laxlax9960]

Mistake?? In what way did he make one he saving money plus riding eco silent

[@kaponi76]

Trust me no mistake, I’ve had car almost a year and it’s what I was hoping for, inexpensive, easy to maintain and great torque. Quality is very good for price. People that make comments out of ignorance should really consider what they’re saying before they say it.

[@mikek2218]

If they were in the States, I'd get one... especially if they made an AWD version.

[@egold33311]

Thank the lord for such a good EV reviewer!

[@brummiespike]

who is this nob? don't give up your day job you plonker

[@highheels200]

So have you ordered one? As a fellow Yorkshire man I have put a deposit down. I'll see about getting some Yorkshire Edition decals.

[@haleroe9398]

I'm going to guess no he hasn't because of the range and it not being enough for him

[@bazahaza]

@@haleroe9398 what is the range? He must have mentioned it in the video but I missed it?

[@haleroe9398]

@@bazahaza he didn't but when showing the menus it was fully charged and had 150 odd miles

[@bazahaza]

@@haleroe9398 Thanks for that.

[@geoffreyrobert4132]

Yorkshire Edition Decals EY UP?

[@evguy2154]

Thanks for review, I have been waiting for you or fully charged to publish a review Picking my exclusive up on Tuesday from the dealer, can't wait Thanks for the work you do keeping this channel going.

[@paulbradwick8109]

You're picking up on Tues, can I ask when you placed your reservation? Did mine in July.

[@evguy2154]

@@paulbradwick8109 can't remember the date, however it was straight away at launch. Local garage called me and I place my order

[@EcoHouseThailand]

Confirmed delivery for mine here in Thailand is October 12th. Looking forward to running it off my solar. Cheap car, free fuel, what's not to like?

[@chethanh7729]

Happy journey Thai...

[@jackth7569]

How is it so far? Good driving? Love to hear your first hand real user review.

[@Samplays465]

Dear Paul, Whether your MG ZSEV has been delivered??? How is the ownership and driving exprience ?

[@bugsymalone5744]

Thailand is a big country with great distances, I live about 400 km from Bangkok but still we go there several times a year, seems like a problem to me.

[@pusheen_playz7172]

The Chinese company that owns MG , makes a lot of other EV cars for some higher end car manufacturers. It will come down to pure snobbery why some people won’t buy it. But then again most EV drivers or at least the ones who have been on board the EV band wagon for years won’t care a bit about that . Great effort and with out trying to sound too much like a certain German person “an EV for the people “

[@pusheen_playz7172]

Sorry, Austrian person 😂

[@Chilukar]

@@pusheen_playz7172 to be honest I thought you meant porche!

[@neddyl1225]

Who else do they make EV's for? Is it whole vehicles or just the drive train?

[@Chilukar]

@@neddyl1225 from a quick Google they work with VW and GM. Not sure what the partnership is, but most companies collaborate in bringing china only models to market.

[@pusheen_playz7172]

They produce vehicles in their factory for the VW group and GM groups. These are clearly not their designs but since when has a little thing like copywriter infringement stopped an ambitious Chinese mega company😂. Also there is a video online of their RV battery facilities and they are state of the art .

[@leftcoaster67]

My brother had a 1970 MG Midget. I loved that car. British racing green. So I've never had a problem with the MG marque.

[@Shavenuw129]

A friend of mine had a demonstrator for a few hours. Lovely car to drive. Fantastic value. Agree with everything EVM said.

[@jeremyhorn8298]

Test drove yesterday. Very impressed. Nissan Leaf Zero owner. Golfers, you can get a set of clubs right across the boot. Found the seating more substantial than the Nissan. More things to fiddle with!

[@cable1722]

Test drove one on Sunday and put a deposit down on Tuesday. First EV. Some bits are obviously built down to a price but a lot felt decent and it was a really nice drive. The size for the money, with a flat floor in the back particularly, and the opening sunroof really made it for me. Ideally I'd like more range but it'll only be an issue for me once in a blue moon and in a year or two we'll probably have a longer range EV in the family too. I can't actually get a proper insurance quote at the moment, as it's not actually listed on anyone's systems. Hopefully that will be rectified before the, likely February, delivery. Can anyone recommend a good charge point installer? Need one with a tethered cable and a built in charge timer. Ideally not one where I have to pay for an app. Thanks for a good review.

[@MM-qd4km]

Sorry can’t recommend an installer but the OHME charger (www.ohme-ev.com/ )combined with Octopus energy is a good way to go. I am on agile so Ohme will work out when the electric is cheapest and charge. Ohme - have various connections 3 pin domestic, Type 2, wall box and commando which is what I had installed, a commando socket may be a cheaper install. Have a look at Octopus energy no matter as they are green and have 2 Tariffs for EV owners Go and Agile. If you would like £50 when you join then please feel free to use my referral code share.octopus.energy/cyan-skunk-332. Enjoy your new MG - you won’t regret getting an EV 👍 (Maybe worth giving a location as people may be able to provide local recommendations for an installer)

[@timjefferson1886]

A Zappi from myenergi?

[@RWBHere]

8:42 - mansplay seems to be the favourite word for it. Thanks for the excellent and fair review Andy. Thanks too for sending us your spare weather. Those Lancastrians are generous to all of us. 😉 We've been too dry for a couple of months, so the 'liquid sunshine' is welcome!

[@andrewgrew7896]

Seems a lot of motor for the money, good looking too. Well done MG!

[@ElectricCarAustralia]

Finally getting this one in Australia end of November 2020. We have one on order so can't wait to get behind the wheel. First 'sort of' affordable, decent sized EV to become available in the land down under. 😊

[@metricstormtrooper]

I liked your sensible review, I just wish I could buy one of these in australia, and of course, with our government we definitely will not get any EV rebates. The MG seems to be close to what an average person of somewhat limited mean needs, nothing flashy to tell people they have arrived, or that there male appendage is very large indeed. Cheers

[@bigdougscommentary5719]

As a Tesla owner, I think this is a good and needed offering for the EV buyer. It won’t steal any sales from Tesla because they are not in the same class. Buyers of this car were not going to buy a Tesla because of the Tesla price. The MG does support Tesla’s motto of moving the world to sustainable transportation. I hope to see tons of these on the road.

[@BobMartinsback]

A light that illuminates the area round the charging point for a couple of minutes when you pull out the grille cover wouldn't be rocket science.

[@Dave5843-d9m]

The fuel filller flap would be far a more convenient location for the charge socket.

[@nobbynobbynoob]

Luckily you can buy a little penlight torch for your keyring for about £3. :)

[@trevornorman7563]

the mg badge lights up when charging so unlike most evs you wont wake up to flat batteries because you thought it was on charge

[@grahamjohnson4702]

My thoughts entirely.

[@MrTeq333]

@@Dave5843-d9m for home charging yes, but DC fast chargers have short cables and you would have problems parking next to it with charge port on the side, especially the back side

[@norwichhouse]

Thank you for a great review. I must rush to the defence of the old MG/Rover. We had two of the top spec 75s and the second one did 76K and neither of them had the slightest problem. The only thing that worries us about the EZS is the range. We have just returned from Brixham to South Yorkshire and our Prius did 700 miles and was filled just before we set off and once during the week and it will have been filled again today.

[@Marknorthway]

With two diesel 75s on the drive, and having just put a deposit down on this EV, we'll keep the Rovers for long haul, and use this closer to home. I'm sure once we get in to the swing of things we'll get to know where charging points are and get further afield. Electric certainly feels like the future.

[@holdontoyourwig]

I test drove one yesterday. My garage has only just got one in. My delivery date is January next year. James and Kate have just picked theirs up today. They must have friends in high places to get it so quickly.

[@Marknorthway]

Yep - I drove one yesterday: this morning placed the order and paid the deposit.

[@newbridgefsl]

Aldi have been awarded retailer of the year 5 years running - so not a bad comparison.

[@davethefab6339]

Best review you’ve done mate, sez it all just as it should do. Not a bad car at all.

[@sixmill2]

Love your honest straight up reviews of all things EV. Keep it up mate.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

I wonder why car reviewers are always scratching the dash with their nails. This is a form of car abuse.

[@PaulMansfield]

Indeed, all I care about is how easy it will be to wipe clean.

[@MC-nb6jx]

Stendec Stretcher ... Because they think we actually care🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@martynmorris8160]

All cars are very well made these days so they have to find areas to pick fault!

[@IanForsythWestCoast]

It’s to physically and audibly display the quality of the materials used, and if it’s a hard plastic or a soft plastic. As a car consumer, I like to know where the manufacturer has saved money, and having materials used that are not appropriate for the price of the car is important. A bargain basement car that has a really lux interior and every bell and whistle possible, should be a major red flag to a potential buyer. Where DID they cut corners? Because they had to cut somewhere or they’d be out of business yesterday. And I don’t know about you, but I’d rather have a slightly Walmart dash than a Walmart transmission, cooling system, etc.

[@liamdoyle9559]

@@IanForsythWestCoast I think the fact that it is made in China should give you a clue. Cost of labour is cheap.

[@ninjaz5736]

The other thing is, most people don't really care that "It's an MG", save for some car enthusiasts, most neighbours looking at it on the drive probably won't really judge you too harshly for buying an MG EV!

[@peterzerfass4609]

What about the most important specs? Range, charging options, max fastcharging power and charging curve? Just saying it has a CCS port doesn't really say much. EVs today are no longer cars for "just around town" - so these things matter.

[@martino9134]

Customer deliveries are starting now 'Oct' so there'll be some real world motoring and charging info soon .

[@brucekennedy5274]

Agree a bit thin on those important details but he did say “same as 40kw leaf” so real-world that’s 150 miles summer down to about 120 miles winter.

[@MrSnowdiving]

Possibly noisier cabin as the rear driver side seat was down 9:18 ?

[@IanMiddletonX]

Some info on range and charging times would have been nice

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

Yeah, a professional would’ve done that!

[@andymccabe6712]

@@ElectricVehicleMan he's right y'know!!

[@maxsec2]

quoted 163 wltp... 230 city (MG) .... 44.5 kWh usable battery...

[@nc3826]

shame some ppl cant google

[@IanMiddletonX]

@@nc3826 not a lot of point in watching a review video then

[@PaulMansfield]

I test drove the more basic Excite last Saturday (5th Oct 2019) and agree totally with this review. I ordered an Exclusive in red. I'll coming from a Nissan Quashqai+2 with a 2L diesel, about 6.5 years old and is a ten year old design. The MG is better in every way except maybe for the speakers on the MG being a bit weak (though I did drive the excite not the exclusive).

[@chrisp7214]

Snap Paul, my test drive was on 8th Oct, but I was one of the first 1000 orders...so cant wait for it to arrive......and I love the MG name after having several in the past. I also like smaller wheels and a comfy ride.....you can keep your 'rubber band tyres on huge wheels'.

[@wakkadakkaify]

what's under the front bonnet?

[@Velocipedium]

wakkadakkaify frunk or no frunk, we need to know!

[@wakkadakkaify]

@@Velocipedium Exactly. I've arranged a test drive of this car next month, my 2017 leaf is going next march!

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

Nothing.

[@paulgoffin8054]

The motor. There's no frunk.

[@SuperDiagnostic]

There's a mass of space but no liner so needs someone to make a lined molding.. Easy enough and a good money spinner as this is sure to sell very well..

[@ivanhartley4378]

I had a mg zt 190 for 10 years, loved that car, really missed it when I changed it to a Passat (now have a leaf mind). I wish this wasn’t a suv, I may have been interested then.

[@beaufighter245]

ZT such a stylish car. Although I drive a nissan patrol as daily car I cannot bring myself to part with my ZT 180.

[@picnz1]

Turn it into an MG MOKE

[@VRCauldron]

Great review. Very interested in this car. I always thought that MG was one of those brands that were always unfairly elevated. I.e. enthusiasts love it, cars were well thought of but were actually terrible. Unlike Skoda that for a while were making solid cars but people still hated the badge. Maybe new MG can add a reputation of reliability to the 'fun sunday driver' rep it already had.

[@MischaESC2]

"And that means I can let the rain in". I want to give this another thumbs up :D

[@williamfence566]

Great new price but If its that good value wait 12 months and get at least 50% off second hand. They will have sorted any issues under warranty by then. Now that's yorkshire value

[@rhmagalhaes]

You are on point. This is a great entry-level EV. Imagine those who can't afford a 30k EV but can buy a 20k and not get into financial trouble. If this car turns out to be reliable (good battery, no mechanical problems, etc), people who want to electric will definitely check this out and, thanks to the incentives, savings and, the most important, infrastructure, will have a great chance to close the deal. Way better than buy a used car for 20k.

[@MrWobling]

Can you try crashing it? ICE version only gets 3* NCAP.

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

This is 4*

[@wayneclifford1673]

@@ElectricVehicleMan child occupant 51% is that worth the risk

[@DogsBAwesome]

NCAP has lost the plot, without all the fancy (expensive) driver assist gubbins the most you can get is 3 stars.

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

@@wayneclifford1673 An old 5* Rated car (10 years ago) is no 0*. It's all relative. If you keep going down that route you'd figure it's safer not to drive at all and walk.

[@martindavidson7647]

Can you try crashing it just a little and then try charging it?

[@tooflesstesla]

Wonderful upbeat and informative video! I really really like this car for its price point. I drove it for a week in Australia and loved it; apart from some of the software niggles and satnav mistakes. As a Tesla owner, I think the MG ZS EV is value-for-money and has features that even my Model S does not have such as the blindspot indicators on the wing mirrors, great all-round visibility, heated seats, and rear window wiper. Also, the 7-year full warranty is fantastic! I consider the MG ZS EV to be an ideal second EV for me; and I also recommend it to anyone who is considering an affordable family EV.

[@cloggsy1971]

When’s yours being delivered?

[@quailstudios]

Does anyone else see that “face” on the back of the car at 4:00?

[@andrewmillar8153]

I see faces everywhere 🙄😬

[@willsbrewery3518]

Good review but it felt like you went into this car wanting to absolutely hate it. Reality is its really not a bad car and certainly not a bad EV! And remember £21k!!!! I mean come on, it knocks the socks off the nissan leaf 40kwh in MOST aspects for me and its a LOT cheaper!!!!

[@tonyrstevens]

its cheap for a reason, its shit

[@willsbrewery3518]

@@tonyrstevens what do you base that opinion on?

[@Dave5843-d9m]

All reviews should be done with an attitude of "impress me". Far better to have opinions raised during the testing than have rose tinted glasses failing to see the issues.

[@tonyrstevens]

@@willsbrewery3518 I bought 2 x new mg6 hatchbacks, spent more time in garage than on road, parts not available, waited 12 days for glass when side window smashed, customer service non existent . One nearly killed me when it died leaving a motorway exit slip on a bend. One had to have a new fly wheel at 8 weeks old, the list is endless. Buy one at your own peril. Dont just take my word for it here is a forum link. I would rather have a donkey than a MG www.mgmotor.org.uk/forum/general-chat-and-off-topic/402-re-problems-with-mg6-we-need-a-survey

[@goosegog]

Has it got a heat pump? How about charge or climate timer function?

[@PaulMansfield]

No heat pump. No charge timer at the moment. No app.

[@Whereswally606]

loving the sunroof

[@usaverageguy]

These are the type of cars we need to see more of. Low cost, practical, without high tech self driving BS. However, I am not sure I want to turn over car manufacturing to the Chinese. That would severely hurt the US local job market.

[@curmudgeon1933]

usavarageguy. If somebody could persuade the US car companies(and the buying public) to switch to EV's, there could be some future for them. As it is, the slavish addiction to huge, thirsty, fossil-fuel SUV's and pick-up's will doom them to irrelevance sooner than they think.

[@davidpotts2664]

Good review, I gave the MG a test drive and think you did a fairer assesment than some others.

[@peterjamesroberts-thejolly2860]

Much better review than mine getting my Red Exclusive in Febuary.

[@wolvoman1]

That front grill opening wont last long, for sure

[@marcoaguiar3226]

This is simply the best ev on the market for the price period.

[@themightydash1714]

The MG ev concept sportcar thing looks incredible, i wonder if the'll ever make it :/

[@ghmusic8116]

Its coming the end of this year (E-Motion) Looks fab

[@djwarren5081]

Having previously worked for Her Majesty at Thorp Arch I enjoyed your tour of the area. Good EV at a great price. Thanks for posting.

[@Sofala]

Don't you mean served.......

[@djwarren5081]

@@Sofala The pension wouldn't have been that great.

[@richardn88]

Hi, thanks for your video, really enjoyed it and its has made me happier about my preorder. But It's a shame they gave you a pre production car to test. I understand the infotainment system has had some updates to improve it in the production cars and there's rumoured other changes to the performance of the car and charging. 45k views that's not bad for an MG car.

[@UKMike2009]

Missed two important points - the 7 year warranty and the fact that the boot floor has two positions, you can see the two black brackets at the boot sides in the shot, and can be raised several inches from the one shown. Personally I prefer the lip to a flat floor - too many times chasing bottles and cans that drop out when you open the tailgate of an estate car! Great for what is lets not forget - a cheap, family car. SAIC Motors have been making cars for years and make VWs for China amongst others. A lot of us have fond memories of the old British MGs so I don't see that as a handicap at all, even though we know it is a totally different company.

[@justanutherguy2338]

A nice looking SUV? Rivian comes to mind. The MG - looks as though they got the wheel size wrong. Another 2 inches on the rims might look better.

[@MrBenHaynes]

Look, yes. Drive, horrendous.

[@justanutherguy2338]

@@MrBenHaynes really? I;ve not been fortunate enough to drive a Rivian. What are the grumbles with them?

[@MrBenHaynes]

@@justanutherguy2338 Sorry for the ambiguity David. My comment was referring to wheel size of the MG only.

[@two-countiesdashcam]

I could google it, but what is the battery spec and estimated range ?

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

Did I not say that? Oops! About 140 miles real world.

[@wakkadakkaify]

44.5khw, 163 miles (official)

[@michaelsummers9579]

Two-Counties Dashcam 231 miles city use 163 combined.

[@two-countiesdashcam]

@@ElectricVehicleMan Might want to edit your description to include that info ?

[@bazahaza]

@@ElectricVehicleMan I thought I missed it! You should really re-upload or add a caption. That's one of the most important things in an EV video.

[@antwnpowell]

If they made a LHD version with a 60kwh battery I would buy one. Mind you, I have owned Skodas for the last 7 years, and shop at Lidl.

[@ram64man]

Then your in luck sir skoda have one of the best mqb ev’s coming next year based on the id3 but with a better look all round

[@paulgoffin8054]

They do make LHD versions, China drives on the wrong side of the road and the ZS EV has just launched in Europe. 45kWh battery though.

[@antwnpowell]

Paul Goffin available in france?

[@paulgoffin8054]

@@antwnpowell Available in Holland. So in the EU, yes. TeslaBjorn has done a video that explains more. (But it's less extensive than EVM's )

[@antwnpowell]

@@paulgoffin8054 Thanks, I ask, because I live in France and to get the €6000 euro discount, it is simpler to buy it from a French dealer.

[@maximilianholland]

85 KW peak charging speed also - pretty good for the segment. Their marketing says 0-80% in 40 minutes from a 50kW charging point. Maybe 5-10 minutes faster on a 100+ kW charger.

[@makestuffwork9205]

Great they included a chrome bottle opener at the bottom of the steering wheel. Any chance of info on any driving assist tech? Like adaptive cruise control etc, which in my opinion, should be standard on all new cars, especially for motorway driving. Who ever thought piano black was a good idea on any product never mind a car? (Renault stop it). Cable storage in the boot? Why do car manufactures do that? You have to get everything out to get to your cables. Apart from that. Great.

[@MrVimori]

I have an MG GS, its fantastic. No problems 38000 miles, gone straight through 1st mot. I shop at Aldi and the cost savings shopping there pays my zero finance on my Gs. 2 company’s who are transforming there industries for the better.

[@MischaESC2]

"Anybody that owns an SUV, if you're thinking you're getting a good looking car: You're in the wrong sector!" Hahahahahaha, I love it :D:D:D

[@johndouglas770]

Another great review, telling it like it is without the BS we get from some KZbinrs. I'm guessing you would get one if it had a bigger battery? I put the deposit down back in May and should be getting one in the next couple of weeks.

[@vladzis]

What colour are you going for then? As delivery dates are by colour. Mines been placed in mid May and I'm 13th in the queue. Red Exclusive

[@johndouglas770]

@@vladzis Dynamic red Exclusive also. I placed my deposit direct with MG on May 24th and have chosen Chorley Group as the dealership. I'm 35th on list.

[@hamshackleton]

Did I not say that? Oops! About 140 miles real world. - - Nice price, nice size, and not ott with all the bells and whistles that nobody ever uses except to show off! Pity about the range, it needs another 100, for me, to save me hunting around for a charger I can reach. There is only one single unit anywhere near my usual destination, according to Zap-map, and that's ten miles further on, so I couldn't leave it plugged in while I conduct my business.

[@NorbertNagy00]

Hey. Have a look at the MG 5 eV or a used Hyundai Ionic 1st 28kw or 2nd gen 38kw.similarly priced but better mileage on 1 charge. Good luck

[@hamshackleton]

@@NorbertNagy00 - MG5 - yes, I have, thanks. Tempted.

[@PhillipPronto]

The wheels are undersized for the wheel-arches. This is usually because the manufacturer has put an underpowered engine or motor in the car and need to improve the 0-60 time.

[@seanbailey8545]

More comfortable ride and cheaper tires....swings and roundabouts.

[@timaustin2000]

"There's plenty of places to stick your junk" That's what she said. Sorry! Sorry! I'll get my coat.

[@TK42138]

😂

[@davidashley4386]

Americanisims confuse us brits junk means rubbish !

[@michaelclarey1381]

We have had MG 3 and couple of ZS we change every say 18 months there great value I like THE MG BADGE

[@chrispenn715]

Great review thank you. If I was in the market for a new car this year, I think this would be it.

[@mattwills87]

I think the new MG brand is like Dacia in a few years they will be all over as there already one step ahead in the EV market

[@mickclitheroe8585]

Love my Dacia !

[@mattwills87]

@@mickclitheroe8585 pitty there isnt a hybrid Logan taxi drivers would love it

[@mickclitheroe8585]

@@mattwills87 Yeah, just got a new logan and I'm loving it, an electric version would be great

[@Mridul.scentman]

The range for this car in city is 340 kms On highways. 380-400 kms This comes with three different charger options The fast charger top ups the battery in less than 75 minutes The slow charger takes upto 7-8 hours

[@davidarf]

Thankyou for a very interesting review. Apart from the range, how would you compare this to the top spec Kona which now costs £18000 more than the MG. Granted, £4000 or so of this could be put down to the smaller battery in the MG, but that still leaves £14000 in the comparison.

[@Hitngan]

Electric car manufacturers are ripping us off (apart from MG) thinking they can add cost because the buyer saves on fuel.

[@ianbailey2582]

Great review, I’m looking at the Leaf and the MG, think it might end up being a MG!

[@krispyai4229]

Put review in the title! It will make a difference to the numbers.

[@ianhamer6266]

Badge and where it is made will put some people off, but remember where we are with Korean cars today, this puts a new EV in the reach more people, that can only be a good thing.

[@yorkshireman6650]

It’s nice to see a ev to be different and to see mg back

[@amndk34]

At a MG event recently they said if ordered now, you would get it this year. November or December I think. There was already thousands on the way with ship to Europe. But yeah some countries before others of course. They did also mention something about January though, cannot remember if it again was country wise or trim wise.

[@ins344]

Great review! Thank you. I must say MG Yorkshire version sounds better MG Aldi.

[@fredbouvet2913]

Do you like unemployment in Europe ?

[@paulgoffin8054]

Oh and people asking about a frunk - there isn't one but the boot is huge and there's loads of space at the sides of it where cables can be stored both out of the way and easy access.

[@andymccabe6712]

Yeah, and I didn't worry about a froot when I bought my ICE car, so....?!

[@andymccabe6712]

There will ALWAYS be other options on the table in a few years time.....!

[@tuc-dh4df]

I have a deposit down, and I am kicking myself for not going for this trim! and I shop at Aldi

[@mattwilson1126]

I am so close to ordering one of these but still on the fence - and only because I hear it's not galvanised and the ICE variants have been prone to serious rust... anti corrosion warranty seems relatively short too . Anyone heard different?

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

If you’re on about that other video on KZbin about it, it’s complete bollocks. When was the last time someone had rust issues on any modern car? For years I mean.

[@mattwilson1126]

@@ElectricVehicleMan if you mean that ev puzzle bloke? nah, I just thought he was talked 26 mins of complete drivel...but this thread got my attention www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/post/131165/mg-zs---rust-on-a-7 ( and a few more on speakev ) I agree, I haven't heard of many modern cars rusting these days...I guess I am just a bit twitchy about pulling the trigger!

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

My brothers buying one, about all I can say tbh. Google rust issues for any manufacturer and you’ll probably find threads etc. Just don’t get a white one I guess!

[@bounderboy]

No mention of EV range - not important?

[@bellshooter]

Yes he did ....same as Leaf 40 160-170

[@paulk556]

Dave Bell You have to know what a Leaf is capable of before that comment makes sense though. If, like me, you are looking at this with no prior knowledge of what EVs are capable of, the range capability and time taken to recharge are very relevant bits of information that would help sway opinion towards maybe purchasing this vehicle over another brands EV. C

[@bellshooter]

@@paulk556 Assume you would actually look at the ZS EV brochure or the MG website, which has all the data on.

[@Pierre-de-Standing]

​@@paulk556 145 miles. ev-database.uk/car/1201/MG-ZS-EV found with Duck Duck Go, but Google found it too.

[@nicklamb4546]

I've had mine for a year now and driven nearly 8000miles. Top of the range, no faults, comfy, very roomy, quietish, rattle free, smart and i get 200miles range without too much effort. I get the wife's wheelchair AND my bike (Moulton) in the boot with the seats up. I am delighted with it and got it new for £21000! So it was bye bye MGF and hello MG ZS EV.

[@johnburrows7938]

As a classic mg owner, your comment, ‘they produced terrible cars’ is incorrect. I have a 16 year old mg and it drives and runs like the day it was bought.

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

Look at the last 5 years of MG cars. They were all rehashed from older models. Bar the BMW one of course.

[@adewinfindale6353]

@@ElectricVehicleMan and did you drive on of the 'rehashed car's. I did an bought both the MGZS and the ZT. Great cars, superb handling. Less pub talk and more facts please.

[@ElectricVehicleMan]

Ade Winfindale MG City Rover. Nuff said tbh! The ZS was a rehashed 45 which was a rehashed 400. The ZR was a rehashed 25 which was a rehashed 200. Only the BMW designed ZT was actually any good, which of course was then rehashed from the 75.

[@glynpugh1274]

@@ElectricVehicleMan Out of interest, I have a 7 year old MG6 Magnette, one of the 'new' MGs. I know that there have been a lot of naysayers about the cars, but my car has been a joy. Nothing has failed or dropped off. The 'cheap' trim (which frankly isn't) is still looking good. There are no squeaks or rattles, and the paintwork gleams . I am told that that the newer 3s, ZSs and forthcoming cars are even better. I would have no hesitation in buying another MG. My only reason for not going for a ZS is that I , like you, am not a great fan of the SUV. So, pending a change in fashion, my Magnette and I will have to grow old together !

[@racepnd]

Sorry missed the battery I info any idea of the size?

[@paulgoffin8054]

45kWh. WLTP range 163 miles.

[@nickhickson8738]

@@paulgoffin8054 163 miles! That's beyond pathetic. Imagine what the range will be on a dark Winter's evening stuck in a traffic jam on, say, the M25. Beyond ludicrous.

[@paulgoffin8054]

@@nickhickson8738 If you're stuck in a traffic jam, it'll be better! EVs, especially ones shaped like a brick, love stop go traffic, just not so great at a constant 70 (unless they have a much bigger battery than this one).

[@racepnd]

Paul Goffin 4.5 miles per kWh

[@paulgoffin8054]

@@racepnd Over what course? Bjorn reported 3 miles per kWh on his motorway test. (Or is that just interpreting the WLTP figure?)

[@maxsec2]

Yorkshire EV edition.... surely the the e-UP :-)

[@joradcliffe565]

Changing white stitching on black upholstery and loud wheel styling would make this an appealing little bus

[@pauldavies6037]

Amazing value interior seems good enough to me the new MG's are really taking off now

[@fredbouvet2913]

Do you like unemployment in Europe ?

[@kilofoxtrotdelta6112]

I guess you have to be over 50 to remember MG and the MG BGT V8, Midget, mini and metro (which became the Rover Metro GTI in the 90s) I drove my Metro GTI (Honda engine) from the UK to Germany (British forces Germany) on a regular basis with four passengers and four holdalls averaging 100/115mph without a problem or issue. So maybe your a little too young to remember what seeing an MG badge actually means. Only saying. However your reviews I've found are really honest and very good and definitely worth a subscription.

[@roypateman470]

I do like it and it’s price but saving for the model 3.

[@pgl79]

Model 3 has amazing tech, but the quality of the interior is no better than this MG (IMO) - I wasn't impressed with the fit and finish...

[@pgl79]

@@user-lp8ur5qn3o plastics felt a bit cheap and scratchy, interior design was pretty dull, the little storage bins in the middle felt badly weighted (the flip top lids) It's a bit like they made this absolutely amazing bit of technology and then tried to build a car around it, rather than building a good car and then putting good tech into it. Put it this way, I've sat it nicer cockpits in cheaper cars - But hey, just my opinion

[@jay6817]

Actually I think Shanghai Automotive International or SAIC as it's known in China, have done a bang up job. Cars are made in India. Headed up by Rajeev Chaba, a former GM veteran. Well done.