MG ZS EV | Eco Drive

The MG ZS EV is a small electric SUV that’s easy to drive, cheap to run and comes with a decent amount of equipment as standard.

Compared with the likes of the more expensive Kia e-Niro and Hyundai Kona Electric, the MG ZS EV is a bit like supermarket own-brand biscuits – it’s a fine everyday choice, but doesn’t feel as special as most alternatives.

Part of this is down to the way it looks. Sure, there’s nothing wrong with the MG ZS EV’s squinting headlights and aggressive grille, but it looks almost identical to the standard ZS on which it’s based. This might be fine if you want your environmentally friendly electric car to fly under the radar, but it’s less of a bonus if you want to shout about your eco-credentials.

This low-key theme continues inside, where the MG ZS EV looks just like the standard car. You get the same simple dashboard design with its analogue dials and mix of hard and soft plastics, and even the 8-inch touchscreen display has been carried over without any of the tweaks you normally see in electric versions of petrol-powered cars.

As a result, the MG ZS EV’s interior feels a bit last-year compared to the cabins in the Kia e-Niro and Hyundai Kona Electric, but at least you get sat-nav and smartphone mirroring features as standard and there’s a decent amount of seat adjustment to help you get comfy.

There’s a good amount of space in the back, too, and a fair number of handy storage bins to help you keep everything looking neat and tidy. The MG ZS EV’s boot is also pretty roomy, but you’ll be able to carry more in a Kia e-Niro – especially with the back seats folded down.