The MG ZS EV is genuinely enjoyable to drive and anyone who experiences the effortless acceleration the first time becomes an instant convert. An advantage of a powerful electric motor is, if you need to perform a quick overtake, there's no need to wait for a downshift or being in the engine's powerband.

MG ZS EV Pros

• One of the most sorted EVs in India! Drive it and you'll be a convert
• A well-built car with good interiors
• Green image & zero tailpipe emissions appeal to the environmentally conscious
• Fast performance and excellent mid-range. 0-100 km/h run of 8.5 seconds is enjoyable
• Selectable regenerative braking and drive modes help you extract maximum performance or efficiency, as needed
• Range is adequate for urban commuting as well as road-trips to nearby destinations
• Low running costs & cheaper long-term maintenance (as is the case with all EVs)
• An excellent city car. Smooth driving experience, easy to drive, very chuckable
• 5 year / unlimited km warranty, 5 labour-free services & 8 year / 150,000 km battery warranty
• Features such as the panoramic sunroof, cruise control, Bluetooth key, connected car tech & more
• International model got a 5-star Euro NCAP rating. Safety kit includes 6 airbags, blind spot monitoring, ESP, HSA, TPMS etc.

MG ZS EV Cons

• Expensive! Even after subsidies, EVs carry a huge price premium over ICE cars. You're paying for the tech & being an early adopter
• The very similar & arguably more practical MG Astor is 8 - 12 lakhs cheaper
• Needs a charging point installed at your home parking. This is not doable for many people
• Lack of charging infrastructure & ~350 km range limits long-distance / highway usability
• Firm ride quality means you always feel the road, especially with the recommended 41 PSI tyre pressure
• Long “full tank” charging times in comparison with an ICE car. Overnight charging is best
• Missing features such as ventilated seats, auto-dimming IRVM, steering reach adjustment, ADAS tech (which Astor gets), wireless Android Auto / CarPlay…
• Size & interior quality are more comparable to a Creta than other 28-30 lakh rupee cars
• The rear seat is better suited to 2 adults & a kid, not 3 adults
• 6-speaker sound system is ordinary for the price. Subwoofer conspicuous by its absence
• Lower Excite variant is currently unavailable. It is cheaper by ~4-lakh rupees

Read Team-BHP's detailed MG ZS EV Facelift Review.

MG Motor India has earmarked an investment of Rs. 2,000 crore to ramp up capacity and localize EV components.

MG Motor India expects EVs to account for 25% of its total sales volume by next year.

MG plans to ramp up its manufacturing capacity from 75,000 to 1,20,000 units per annum in 2023 and has earmarked an investment of Rs. 2,000 crore for the same.

Currently, the brand offers the ZS EV in India. The electric SUV is priced from Rs. 21.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The carmaker also plans to introduce a second EV in the first quarter of the next year. It is expected to be positioned below the ZS EV.

According to the company, the fresh investment will also be used to improve the localization of the two EVs, which should bring down the prices.

Source: Economic Times

The ZS EV facelift will be available in just one variant called Exclusive.

The feature list of the MG ZS EV facelift has leaked online ahead of the SUV's launch. The electric vehicle is expected to be launched on March 7, 2022.

The ZS EV facelift will be available in just one variant called Exclusive. It will get LED headlamps, 17-inch alloy wheels, 6 airbags, 360-degree camera, ESP, brake assist, blind-spot detection, heated ORVMs, pedestrian warning system and rear disc brakes.

On the inside, the ZS EV comes with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear seat belt reminder, 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with 6 speakers, panoramic sunroof, powered driver's seat, PM 2.5 filter, wireless phone charging, auto headlamps, and rain-sensing front wipers.

Under the bonnet, the ZS EV now packs a 51 kWh battery that offers a claimed range of 480 km. MG hasn't disclosed the detailed specifications of the electric motor.

Thanks to BHPian fordfreak for sharing this with other enthusiasts.

Apart from the cosmetic update, the ZS EV electric SUV also gets a larger battery pack.

MG is gearing up to launch the updated ZS EV on March 7, 2022.

MG had started accepting bookings for the ZS EV facelift last month. Apart from the cosmetic update, the electric SUV also gets a larger battery pack.

The 2022 ZS EV comes with a revised front fascia featuring sleeker headlamp clusters with integrated LED daytime running lights, a re-profiled blanked-out grille and new bumpers. It also gets new taillights and 17-inch alloy wheels.

Inside, the new ZS EV comes equipped with a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 7-inch digital instrument cluster. Like its petrol-powered cousin, the electric SUV also gets the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) along with a 360-degree camera.

Under the bonnet, the ZS EV now packs a 51 kWh battery that offers a claimed range of 480 km. MG hasn't disclosed the detailed specifications of the electric motor.

I'm desperate to sell off my Skoda Rapid DSG and upgrade to an EV.

BHPian narayanbabu recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

So, I have been searching/waiting for the "Octavia" equivalent of EVs in India. The titled cars are quite underwhelming in terms of missing out on basic comfort and ADAS functionality that's available in a typical "Octavia" segment car. And as I am desperate to give away my diesel Rapid DSG for something better (next segment), none of these seems like an "upgrade" from that.

I don't have a crore budget to go for the top tier and look for something like the BMW i3 or Audi e-tron. Last year, I test drove the XC40 Petrol (quite liked it), and was told XC40 Recharge is launching end of the year. I begged him to take my booking, but he was not sure of the dates. Now, I am told it is pushed back to the end of 2022. Does it make sense to even wait for a "good" EV or should I just switch from Rapid to ICE vehicle (thinking used 2020 XC40 Diesel).

Here's what GTO had to say on the matter:

Agreed with you that there's a large void in the middle of the market. You have the cheaper EVs on one side for 10 - 30 lakhs and then straight, it's over a crore.

Worry not though. There will be EVs coming in the Rs 40 - 70 lakh range, but it will take time. The earliest will be Tesla with their fantastic Model 3 which you should strongly consider waiting for. The Kia EV6 also looks promising as does the Volvo XC40 Recharge. Others, you'll have to be patient, as manufacturers always follow a "top-down" approach for new technology. That's why all the luxury EVs are currently on the 1+ crore models.

If you absolutely want to buy something "green" today, get the Camry Hybrid. It's got a full electric mode and is a proper luxury car. In my books, the current Camry is a Lexus with a "T" badge...it's that good.

The used 2020 Volvo XC40 diesel would be a great "interim" car to own, while you wait for the electric car scene in India to become more mature.

Here's what BHPian Axe77 had to say on the matter:

You’re right that there is indeed a massive gap between the MG ZS EV and the 1 crore plus offerings.

From a 2022 purchase standpoint, perhaps wait for the Ioniq which is slated to launch this year. That should slot in the 50-60L range and be a plush (albeit overpriced, being CBU) offering that bridges this gap.

The difference between going Camry / Lexus and EV is that while the former is “nice” to drive, their driving pleasure won’t necessarily match a car like an Octavia. They will however be predictable to own, properly luxurious and also give you a green footprint without things like range anxiety etc.

The EV on the other hand will be properly fun to drive but perhaps not as plush as the hybrids mentioned above. Take a call on what works best but there are definitely green options available in 2022 for you to upgrade from your Rapid.

Happy shopping.

Here's what BHPian carthick1000 had to say on the matter:

If you are not in a hurry wait for one of these 3. The wait is worth Here are my topic picks, if they get launched:

1. Tesla model 3: Chances of launch is low but the price point might well within your ballpark
2. Hyundai Ioniq 5: Chances of launch is high and a very practical CUV and should be launched at around 45L. I wrote about the driving impressions here (Driving Impressions: Hyundai Ioniq 5)
3. Kia EV6: The sporty sibling of Ioniq 5 and should also be priced somewhat similar to Ioniq 5. But I am not sure if EV6 will be launched in India as it might cannibalise Ioniq 5. You never know.

Check out BHPian comments for more insights and information.

The ZS EV now packs a 51 kWh battery that offers a claimed range of 480 km.

MG has revealed the ZS EV facelift for the Indian market. The electric SUV will be launched later this month.

Bookings for the updated MG ZS EV are now open. Depending on the availability, customers who have booked the older car will also get a facelift version.

The 2022 ZS EV comes with a revised front fascia featuring sleeker headlamp clusters with integrated LED daytime running lights, a re-profiled blanked-out grille and new bumpers. It also gets new taillights and 17-inch alloy wheels.

On the interior, the ZS EV comes equipped with a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 7-inch digital instrument cluster. Like its petrol-powered cousin, the electric SUV also gets the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) along with a 360-degree camera.

Under the bonnet, the ZS EV now packs a 51 kWh battery that offers a claimed range of 480 km. MG hasn't disclosed the detailed specifications of the electric motor.

Source: Autocar India

The 2022 ZS EV is likely to be offered with a 51 kWh battery pack offering a maximum range of 480 km.

MG Motor India is gearing up to launch the 2022 ZS EV in India and according to a recent report, the refreshed electric SUV will come equipped with the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS).

ADAS includes features like Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Prevention and Speed Assist. It was recently offered on the MG Astor, which is basically a petrol-powered ZS.

The 2022 ZS EV also gets a few cosmetic updates on the exterior. It features a reprofiled front fascia and new headlamp clusters. The interior of the car is similar to the Astor and features a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster.

The new ZS EV is likely to be offered with a larger battery pack. The 51 kWh battery is said to offer a maximum range of 480 km on a single charge.

Source: Autocar India

The updated ZS EV features a similar design to the petrol-powered MG Astor.

The MG ZS EV facelift has been spied testing in India once again. This time, a completely undisguised test mule of the car was spotted in Delhi.

The updated ZS EV features a similar design to the petrol-powered MG Astor. While the electric version gets a blanked-out grille, the rear is identical to the Astor. The EV also gets different alloy wheels.

The 2022 ZS EV packs a 51 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 317 km. In the international market, MG also offers a 72 kWh battery that has a range of 437 km.

In India, the ZS EV is currently offered with a 44.5 kWh battery that has a range of claimed 419 km on a single charge. The electric motor delivers 141 BHP and 353 Nm.

Source: 91wheels

The interior of the MG ZS EV facelift looks similar to that of the MG Astor.

Spy images showing the interior of the upcoming MG ZS EV facelift have surfaced online.

The interior looks similar to that of the Astor. It gets rectangular central AC vents with a touchscreen infotainment system placed below it, and round AC vents on either side. The steering wheel looks like the one used in the Astor and comes with red contrast stitching. It also appears to get a carbon-fibre-like finish on the dashboard.

Under the skin, the 2022 ZS EV packs a 51 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 317 km. In the international market, MG also offers a 72 kWh battery that has a range of 437 km.

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The MG ZS EV will compete with the long-range version of the Tata Nexon EV with the 44.5 kWh battery.

Spy images of the MG ZS EV facelift testing in India have surfaced online. The refreshed electric SUV could be launched later this year.

The updated ZS EV features a similar design to the petrol-powered MG Astor. While the electric version gets a blanked-out grille, the rear is identical to the Astor. The EV also gets different alloy wheels.

Under the skin, the 2022 ZS EV packs a 51 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that is said to offer a maximum range of 317 km. In the international market, MG also offers a 72 kWh battery that has a range of 437 km.

In India, the ZS EV is currently offered with a 44.5 kWh battery that has a range of 419 km on a single charge. The electric motor delivers 141 BHP and 353 Nm.

Source: Rushlane