MG’s £22k hybrid ZS SUV has arrived

Updated: 28 August 2024

► New MG ZS Hybrid+ revealed for 2024
► Similar design to larger HS, new tech
► Prices start from £21,995, launches in October

MG has announced its latest ZS crossover SUV, which will arrive in the UK in October 2024.

As well as a refreshed look that brings a bit more design cohesion with the rest of the MG range (including the new HS), the new ZS launches with a powertrain the brand is calling Hybrid+.

Hybrid+ consists of a 101bhp 1.5-litre engine and a 134bhp electric motor, combining for a total system output of 193bhp and good for a 0-62mph sprint in 8.7 seconds. MG claims a 55.4mpg fuel economy figure, and emissions of 115g/km. This is currently the only new version of the ZS announced so far, likely with a refresh of the ZS EV coming later.

MG says there are two specifications of ZS: SE and Trophy. Both feature MG Pilot – a fancy name for the car’s suite of safety and driver assistance systems that includes adaptive cruise, lane keeping and departure system, blind spot and cross-traffic alerts and the like.

Both also have LED headlights, a large 12.3-inch infotainment display inside and digital instruments for the driver, keyless entry and more. Trophy benefits from ‘leather-style’ upholstery, heated seats and steering wheel, electric driver’s seat and 360-degree camera system.

The new ZS is priced from £21,995 for SE spec, with Trophy models coming in at £24,495. The first ones will arrive in dealers in October 2024.

By Jake Groves

CAR's deputy news editor, gamer, serial Lego-ist, lover of hot hatches

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