MG returns to the fray with the deep update of its most successful model in Spain to date, the MG ZS. The Chinese brand renews this Crossovers with a slight aesthetic change but, what is truly important, with a very powerful hybrid mechanics and it will surely be of great interest. His name is MG ZS Hybrid+.
Although we will not have all the data on the range structure, final prices and specific launch promotions for a few weeks, the MG ZS 2025 is already showing its full image, dimension data and other technical characteristics, such as the engine, power and fuel consumption.
The MG ZS becomes a hybrid with almost 200 HP
The MG ZS Hybrid+ will begin sales next September. It has the same mechanical layout as the little MG3, and this means that we have almost 200 hp under the right foot. Without a doubt, after the poor performance of the old version with a naturally aspirated engine, an enormous leap will be noted.
This hybrid mechanics without plugs It is composed of a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with 102 HP, as well as a 136 HP electric drive and 250 Nm, powered by a 1,83 kWh battery. The Combined power amounts to 196 HP, while it declares an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 8,6 seconds. Honestly, with the power figure cited we expected a slightly better acceleration figure.
Instead of equipping a CVT style gearbox (like Toyota), they resort to a three speed automatic transmission. This, in theory, improves response and gives the driver better sensations, also reducing noise in the cabin. We'll see if that's the case when we can test it.
Thanks to this conventional hybrid system, consumption and emissions do not skyrocket despite approving such a maximum power figure. According to the WLTP approval cycle it has a consumption of 5 l/100 km in mixed use and CO2 emissions are 115 g/km.
Design changes give it more character
As expected since it is a makeover and not a generational change, there are visual changes, but the basis remains the same. In any case, it is easy to differentiate it from the previous one, especially on the front.
In this front part of the body we see a completely revised bumper with more marked shapes, like the grill. This, together with the new Full LED headlights, give it a presence with greater character and visual sportiness. At the back the lights change a little and the bumper slightly.
By the way, the MG ZS Hybrid 2025 measures 4,43 meters long and has a wheelbase of 2,61 meters, while its capacity trunk stands at 443 liters according to data provided by Morris Garage itself.
Good standard equipment for the MG ZS 2025
As far as equipment is concerned, the new MG ZS comes well loaded as standard, whose finish is known as Comfort. It has full LED front and rear lighting, a 12,3-inch multimedia screen with navigator and connected services, 7-inch digital panel, rear parking sensors and reversing camera, light and rain sensors, as well as keyless entry.
The top option is called Luxury. In this case it adds 18-inch wheels, rear privacy glass, leather-style upholstery, heated front seats and steering wheel, 6-position electric driver's seat with lumbar support and 360-degree view camera.
Finally, the driving assistants and active safety systems standard are:
- Active emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection
- Lane Keeping Assistant
- Lane departure warning
- blind spot alert
- Fatigue detector
- forward collision warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Adaptive cruise control
- smart speed assistant
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