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Essence Hybrid+
Overview
The 2025 MG ZS Essence Hybrid+ is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Sport Utility Vehicle that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th November 2024. The MG ZS is regarded as a small SUV built in China with prices starting at $38,990 before on-road costs.
This MG ZS is powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine that has 115 kW of power (at 5200 rpm) and 230 Nm of torque (at 1800 rpm) via a 3 SP AUTOMATIC transmission. MG claims the ZS Essence Hybrid+ uses 4.7L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 110g of CO2. It has a 41L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 872km per full tank
The MG ZS measures 1635mm (64.4 inches) in height, 4430mm (174.4 inches) in length, 1818mm (71.6 inches) in width with a 2610mm (102.8 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1420kg (3130.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The ZS Essence Hybrid+ comes standard with 215/50 Rnull front tyres and 215/50 Rnull rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 120 month, 250,000 km warranty.
The 2025 MG ZS Essence Hybrid+ has a 161mm ground clearance with a 500kg braked and 500kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
59.57 - 80.99 kW/t
58.16 kW/t
108.88 kW/t
Boot Space
443 litres
255 litres
456 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.7 - 6.7 L/100km
2.1 L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
821 - 872 km
646 km
2,143 km
Price
$33,990 - $36,990
$33,990
$71,326.5
Warranty (Years)
10 years
3 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
250,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
2 years
7 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,745 - 1,890 kg
1,480 kg
2,430 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
500 kg
400 kg
1,600 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
161 mm
145 mm
220 mm
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Dimensions
4,430 mm
1,818 mm
inc mirror: 1,809 mm
inc mirror: 1,809 mm
1,635 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,430 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,818 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 1,809 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm |
| Load Capacity | 470 mm |
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Explore MG ZS Features & Specs
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Months Subscription Included: 12
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 12
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 162
CO2 Level (Combined): 110
CO2 Level (Urban): 22
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1498
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
WLTP Emissions
HEV Charge Sustaining Testing Type: Hev Charge Sustaining
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 10.8
Main Capacity (L): 41
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.0
Main Type: Main
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Front
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 250
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 136.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 100.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 1.83
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 872
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 542
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 21.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 60
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 111.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 0.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 314
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 261
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 872
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 542
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Combined (km/L): 21.3
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Combined (L/100km): 4.7
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Combined (miles per UK gallon): 60
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Combined (mpg): 50
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Standard: Wltp Hev Charge Sustaining
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.7
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 156
Maximum Power (kW): 115
Maximum Torque (Nm): 230
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 102
Maximum Power (kW): 75
Maximum Torque (Nm): 128
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 3
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Two Tone: yes
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Local Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 51.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1457
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 443
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.1
Front Track (mm): 1526
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 161
Overall Height (in): 64.4
Overall Height (mm): 1635
Overall Length (in): 174.4
Overall Length (mm): 4430
Overall Width (in): 71.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 71.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1809
Overall Width (mm): 1818
Rear Track (in): 60.5
Rear Track (mm): 1536
Wheelbase (in): 102.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2610
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Projector Beam
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1102
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1890
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4167
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1420
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3131
Tare Weight (kg): 1397
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Radar
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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