2022 MG ZS EV arriving next month with larger battery
What's the story
British automaker MG Motor will launch the facelifted version of the ZS EV in India this February. As for the highlights, the car will pack a larger 51kWh battery pack and shall deliver a range of around 480km on a single charge. It will also have a refreshed design and a spacious cabin with a host of new features.
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Why does this story matter?
The current MG ZS EV packs a 44.5kWh battery and delivers a range of 419km. In comparison, the upcoming model will house a larger 51kWh battery pack and deliver a better range of around 480km. The introduction of the new ZS EV here will raise the competition in the electric four-wheeler segment. It will take on rivals like Hyundai KONA Electric.
Exteriors
The car will have sleek headlights and alloy wheels
The 2022 MG ZS EV will have a sculpted bonnet, sleek headlamps with integrated LED DRLs, a body-colored panel instead of a grille, a charging port, and new bumpers with sporty detailing. On the sides, it will be flanked by roof rails, blacked-out B-pillars, indicator-mounted ORVMs, and designer alloy wheels. Wrap-around taillamps and a window wiper will grace the rear end of the vehicle.
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It will have a range of around 480km
The 2022 MG ZS EV will draw power from an electric motor linked to a 51kWh battery pack and will promise a range of roughly 480km on a single charge. The power figures are currently unavailable.
Interiors
The SUV will get five seats and six airbags
The 2022 MG ZS EV will have a spacious 5-seater cabin, featuring auto climate control, key-less entry, parking sensors, and a multifunctional power steering wheel. It will pack a wireless smartphone charger, a digital instrument cluster, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Six airbags, ABS, and a rear-view camera will ensure the passengers' safety.
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2022 MG ZS EV: Pricing and availability
The pricing and availability details of the 2022 MG ZS EV in India will be disclosed at the time of its launch in February. However, it should carry a slight premium over the current model which starts at Rs. 21.49 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi).