MG ZS EV Expert Review

The 2022 MG ZS EV facelift brought meaningful improvements to what was already one of India’s more polished electric SUVs. The biggest visual change is at the front, where the traditional grille has been replaced by a cleaner body-coloured panel housing the charging port behind the MG logo. Slimmer LED headlamps and redesigned bumpers also help modernise the SUV’s appearance. While the overall silhouette remains unchanged, the facelift looks sharper and more contemporary than before.

Inside, the ZS EV continues to feel more mature and premium than many rivals in the segment. The dashboard layout is clean and well organised, while the updated 10.1-inch touchscreen, revised digital instrument cluster and improved materials help modernise the cabin. Front-seat comfort is excellent, and the driving position feels natural and relaxed. Rear-seat space is respectable too, with enough room for adults, though taller passengers may find under-thigh support slightly lacking. The cabin feels well packaged, and the boot offers enough space for family use and weekend trips.

The updated ZS EV feels noticeably quicker than before. Despite torque dropping from the earlier model, the increase in power makes acceleration feel strong and immediate. The electric motor delivers brisk responses, especially in Sport mode, and overtakes are handled effortlessly.
Refinement is one of the ZS EV’s standout strengths. The cabin remains quiet, motor noise is minimal and overall smoothness gives the SUV a genuinely premium feel.

MG quotes an ICAT-certified range of 461km. The updated ZS EV delivers around 357km in Eco mode, 340km in Normal mode and 306km in Sport mode. 
Charging times remain competitive. Using a 7.4kW AC wall charger, the battery takes roughly 8.5-9 hours for a full charge, while a 50kW DC fast charger can charge the battery from 0-80 percent in about 60 minutes.

The suspension absorbs broken roads comfortably, and the SUV feels settled and composed even over rough surfaces. High-speed stability is good too, with the added battery weight helping the car feel planted on highways. The steering is light and easy in urban conditions, though it lacks the sharpness and feedback of more driver-focused SUVs.

The ZS EV comes loaded with features including the larger touchscreen, panoramic sunroof, connected car tech, wireless charging and a digital instrument display. 
Safety equipment includes multiple airbags, ESC, a 360-degree camera and advanced driver assistance features on higher variants. The ZS EV also carries a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating.

Priced roughly between Rs 18 lakh and Rs 20.50 lakh (ex-showroom), the ZS EV sits above compact EVs like the Nexon EV but justifies the premium through its larger size, refinement and superior overall product.