MG Motor India also announced its retail sales figures of Oct 2022. The company sold a total of 4367 units last month which is a growth of 53% over the same month last year.

MG Motor continues its focus on meeting customer demand. The recent production uptick has made the commencement of the deliveries of Astor, India’s first SUV with AI inside, in both CVT and AT variants, possible.

The milestone for the all-new ZS EV, India’s first pure electric Internet SUV, having recording the highest-ever retail sales of 784 since it was launched in 2020, is supported by the comprehensive charging ecosystem which is expanding across the country.

The MG Hector, India’s first internet SUV, also continues its robust performance in sales and the company is all set for the launch of the Next-Gen Hector, scheduled around the end of this year.

For the latest season, Gavaskar teams up with his old friends (and sporting rivals), Lord Ian Botham and Sir Geoffrey Boycott, for the latest season to further explore the storied and stimulating British legacy that resonates with the brand Morris Garages.

The first season of SG Meets MG followed Sunil Gavaskar in England in 2021 when he shared his abiding fascination for some quintessentially English things – summers, cricket, and tea – and how he was now adding MG Motor to this list. The opening season also followed the veteran cricketer as he explored the home of MG, Kimber House in Abingdon.

All through the season, Gavaskar drew parallels between his own experiences in England and that of Morris Garages, as he learnt more and more about the company’s legacy of manufacturing stylish and sporty cars. Cars that are high on performance and dependable across all aspects of quality and sturdiness. The entire journey left a lasting impression on him, which encouraged and led him to become a proud owner of the MG Hector Plus, a characteristic example of British elegance.

The latest season of SG Meets MG further explores Gavaskar’s association with MG Motor India, where he visits England to meet and chat with his friends Lord Ian Botham and Sir Geoffrey Boycott about their fondness for food, cricket, past experiences, and MG cars.

SG Meets MG Season 2 will be available on Morris Garages India’s YouTube channel and other social media platforms from October 04, 2022.

The MG ZS EV exclusive variant is now available in a dual-tone iconic ivory interior. The SUV comes with more than 75 connected features and the largest in-segment 50.3kWh battery with globally certified quality: ASIL-D, IP69K & UL2580. With 176 PS power, the all-new advanced technology battery offers a 461-km certified range on a single charge.

The MG ZS EV comes loaded with the largest-in-segment 25.7 cm HD Touchscreen Infotainment, along with a host of other segment-first features like a 360-degree all-around view camera and a Digital Key. The ZS EV Excite features a full digital cluster with the segment-best 17.78 cm embedded LCD screen and Hill Descent Control (HDC) for enhanced safety.

To make drives smoother, the base variant also comes equipped with a Park+ Native app for parking booking, and the MapmyIndia Online Navigation System with live traffic, live weather, and AQI, and the integrated Discover app to locate restaurants and hotels nearby. The system also has Firmware Over-The-Air (FOTA) update capability.

MG Motor India is now accepting bookings for the new ZS EV Excite model.

Kick starting the journey on the opening day of E-Mobility India Forum on 29 September 2022, Sushil will address the gathering on the objectives of the campaign before its flag off at 1.30 pm from the portico of Le Meridien amidst the presence of key industry leaders from Association of State Road Transport Undertakings (ASRTU), Jio BP, Tata Power, Hero Electric, BMW India, Ashok Leyland, ZF India, Bosch Ltd, Switch Mobility and several other dignitaries who will be part of the forum.

In the course of the journey, Sushil will circuit major cities including Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Mumbai and finish off in Delhi on 10th December 2022. Along with Messe Frankfurt India, the campaign is being supported by MG Motor, Fortum Charge and Drive India.

Slated to be held on 29 and 30 September 2022, the second annual E-Mobility India Forum at Le Meridien, New Delhi will bring brand leaders to address challenges faced by the EV industry in India and discuss key industry topics, such as: Understanding consumer attitudes and perceptions towards EV adoption, localisation, developing charging infrastructure, new business models powered by the EV ecosystem and discussion on safety concerns, standardisation and regulatory needs of the EV industry, as well as a detailed market overview and trend forecast.

The flagship brands, Hector - India’s first Internet SUV and the all-new ZS EV - India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV, continue to witness strong interest amongst buyers, with consistent monthly bookings of over 4,000 and 1,000, respectively.

The momentum in sales (evident across all models) comes on the back of some ease in semiconductor availability, even though the outlook remains constrained in the wake of supply-chain roadblocks and persistent logistical headwinds. MG is taking all necessary steps to address the production and supply-chain issues and anticipates the situation to improve in H2 2022 gradually.

MG Motor India’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, has an annual production capacity of 80,000 vehicles and employs nearly 2,500 workers. It has introduced several ‘firsts’ in India, including India’s first Internet SUV – MG Hector, India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV, India’s first Autonomous (Level 1) Premium SUV – MG Gloster and MG Astor- India’s first SUV with personal AI assistant and Autonomous (Level 2) technology.

Driven by its vision of CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) mobility, the cutting-edge automaker has augmented across-the-board ‘experiences’ within the automobile segment.

As a part of the MG Charge initiative, the automaker will install 1000 AC fast chargers at residential localities across India in 1000 days. The chargers were inaugurated by Shri RC Yadav, Additional Commissioner, State Transport Department Jaipur and Mr. Gaurav Jain, Dealer Principal, MG Jaipur.

The SMART chargers installed are Type 2 chargers, sim-enabled and supported through a sharable Charger Management System. The connected AC charging stations will cater to the residents and visitors of these societies for their EV charging needs, operating 24x7.

Along with its partners and other RWAs, MG will continue to bolster the community charger infrastructure in the future. The brand will also provide end-to-end guidance, coordination, and support for the installation process, saving costs for the selected residential societies. This will enable societies to become future-ready, go green, and encourage the transition to electric vehicles.

MG is taking conscious steps towards green mobility and strengthening the EV charging infrastructure in India. MG provides a 6-way charging eco-system with a plug-and-charge cable onboard, an AC fast-charger (installed at the customer's home/office), DC superfast chargers at MG dealerships, public charging network, charge-on-the-go with RSA (Roadside Assistance) and community charger. MG has also recently partnered with Jio-Bp and BPCL to add momentum to EV adoption by expanding opportunities for intercity travel while installing EV chargers across highways and cities.c

CleanMax’s vision aligns with MG’s commitment to a sustainable future. The carmaker has been at the forefront of promoting EV adoption in India with the launch of India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV. The electric SUV was launched with the initiative ‘Change what you can’, which encouraged people to adopt zero-emission vehicles.

CleanMaxis the first renewable energy company to set up a Wind Solar Hybrid Power Park in Gujarat to sell clean energy to private consumers and corporates. It plans to expand to 150 MW by 2022. MG’s Halol facility is expected to begin drawing power in February 2022 from CleanMax’s hybrid park in Rajkot and will continue to do so for 15 years.

Talking about the partnership, Rajeev Chaba, President and Managing Director, MG Motor India, said, “We have ensured our commitment towards a sustainable future which has encouraged many to adopt zero-emission vehicles and contribute towards protecting the environment. Our association with CleanMax is another step towards developing a clean manufacturing ecosystem. With this move, we hope to enhance our role in building a sustainable environment while also lowering our energy costs."

Kuldeep Jain, Founder and MD of CleanMax said, “We are honoured that MG Motor India has chosen CleanMaxas its sustainability partner. By supplying 50% of its power requirement from our Hybrid farm, MG Motor India will see significant operating cost savings, while also making a very impressive reduction in its CO2 emissions. We will also provide cost benefits to offer a hassle-free solution to the carmaker. Unlike standalone Solar or Wind power, Wind Solar Hybrid Power provides round the clock power supply, enabling consumers to meet a greater percentage of their daily power needs with renewable energy.”

MG Motor India retailed 3558 units last month, recording a three-fold rise from 1016 units sold in May 2021. The production levels are impacted in June and will remain so in July-August due to the global shortage of semiconductor chips. The carmaker has sold 7,139 units during 2021 Q2, registering a significant growth of 162% over 2,722 units sold in the same quarter last year.

Also Read: MG ZS EV vs Tata Nexon EV - Which One Should You Pick?

Speaking on the brand’s sales performance, Mr. Rakesh Sidana, Director – Sales, MG Motor India, said:

We are seeing early signs of positive consumer sentiment in June and potential purchases due to pent-up demand, which was on hold due to the pandemic. Even though some markets are still under lockdown, the ramping up of the vaccination drive has given us hope and we expect the demand to increase during the festival season. However, we have to remain cautious of the potential threat posed by the third wave.

MG Hector, Hector Plus (6- and 7-seater), ZS EV, and Gloster are the products that MG Motor India currently has on sale in the country. The Hector range is available from a starting price of INR 13.17 lakh. On the other hand, the MG Gloster price begins from around INR 29.98 lakh. The MG ZS EV is the only electric car available in the company’s entire product line-up. It has a starting price of INR 20.99 lakh.

Also Read: MG Hector Enjoys Upto 96% Resale Value, Customers Upgrade To Newer Models

In other news, the petrol-powered variant of the MG ZS EV is expected to be launched in India late this year and will rival the Kia Seltos and the likes. Most probably, it would be called the MG Astor.

All prices are ex-showroom

The latest MG ZS Petrol spy pictures have been shared by a YouTuber called “Barodian Boy Jatin”. Perhaps, this is the first time that the SUV has been spied up close. We can see in the images that the vehicle is heavily camouflaged, thus, hiding most of the design and exterior elements very well. However, we can still figure out a few details. For instance, the upcoming MG Astor would come equipped with a roof-mounted rear spoiler with an integrated high stop tail lamp. MG Motor India would also include integrated turn signals in the outside rearview mirrors.

Also Read: MG Hector Enjoys Upto 96% Resale Value, Customers Upgrade To Newer Models

The front end of the upcoming MG ZS Petrol is quite exposed in these spy shots. It features a large grille with a prominent MG logo in the centre. The headlamps seem to be LED units and have integrated LED DRLs. They do look very sporty and add an aggressive and bold look to the SUV’s front end. The side profile of the car is also well-maintained thanks to the good-looking alloy wheels and the upswept window line. A close observation reveals that the test mule also has a panoramic sunroof.

While these are the only details that have been revealed by the latest spy shots, we do know that the upcoming MG Astor would be based on the updated ZS Petrol that is already present in the international markets. Therefore, it’s likely to borrow several features such as new LED taillights and revised bumpers, automatic AC, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, a 10.1-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, coloured MID, and more.

Apart from these, the MG Astor would also come equipped with advanced safety features like an autonomous emergency braking system, hands-free auto park, blind spot detection, front collision warning and adaptive cruise control. In terms of dimensions, the Hyundai Creta rival would be identical to the MG ZS Petrol available internationally. It would be 4,314mm long, 1,809mm wide, 1,644mm tall and have a wheelbase of 2,585mm. As far as the engine options are concerned, the new MG Astor is would be made available with a 1.5L 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine and a 1.3L turbo petrol unit. MG Motor India is expected to launch the new SUV by the end of 2021.

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The sub-compact SUV space is the most lucrative automobile segment in the country right now, with almost every major manufacturer having a product in this segment. MG Motor - who markets themselves as an SUV brand in India - has surprisingly been missing from this segment till now. It is thus safe to speculate that this upcoming SUV will be a sub-compact model and if it's positioned below the Hector, prices will likely start from under INR 10 lakh. This will put the new model in crosshairs with the likes of Maruti Vitara Brezza and Hyundai Venue.

Also Read : Longer Range MG ZS EV With 500 KM Range Coming in 2022

Details about this upcoming SUV are scarce at this moment, but all we know is that it will be an ICE-powered model and not an all-electric offering. Sitting in the sub-compact SUV space, it will likely be offered with both petrol and diesel engines. Apart from this new entry-level model, MG Motor will also be launching the ICE-powered ZS in India this year. The MG ZS is a compact SUV that will take on the likes of the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. It has already been spied testing on our roads several times.

Recently, the carmaker updated the Hector with a subtle facelift that brings some tasteful cosmetic updates on the outside and new features on the inside as well. Just yesterday, MG Motor also launched a new CVT gearbox on the Hector and Hector Plus with its 1.5L turbo-petrol engine. Aimed primarily for city use, the new CVT automatic gearbox makes the Hector a lot more versatile and city-friendly than before.

With two upcoming launches in two very important SUV segments in the country, MG Motor will firmly establish their image as an SUV-maker in India. By the end of the year, MG will have at least one product in each of the SUV categories in the country - upcoming sub-compact SUV; ICE-powered ZS in the compact SUV segment; Hector and Hector Plus in the mid-size SUV segment and Gloster in the full-size SUV segment.

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The facelifted MG ZS comes with more aggressive styling with a new grille, revised projector headlamps with LED DRLs, a sportier bumper with a wide air dam and stylish foglamps with black accents. At the rear, the ZS has been updated with new LED tail lights and a sportier bumper. The car even features new alloy wheels. The recently launched 2021 MG ZS EV, however, is still based on the pre-facelift model.

Also Read : MG ZS Scores An Impressive 5-Star Safety Rating From ASEAN NCAP

On the inside, the dashboard of the ZS facelift remains more or less similar to the pre-facelift version. However, MG Motor have updated the UK-spec MG ZS with a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a new digital instrument cluster and a re-designed center console. We expect these updates to filter down to the India-spec model as well. We saw pretty good fit and finish levels in the ZS EV and we expect the same for its ICE-powered sibling.

Under the hood, the MG ZS will be powered by a petrol engine, which will be the only choice on offer in India. Internationally, it is available with a wide range of engine options to choose from. These includes a 111hp/160Nm 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine; a 120hp/150Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and a 160hp/230Nm 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine. It is the most potent option that is expected to make it to India on the petrol-powered ZS. This engine will likely come mated to a 6-speed manual transmission.

MG Motor India could also continue with the 141hp, 1.5-litre petrol engine that currently does duty on the Hector and Hector Plus. We will have more details of the engine options closer to the launch of the vehicle, which we expect to take place in the later half of the ongoing calander year. Prices are expected to start from INR 12 lakh, ex-showroom.

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The 2021 MG ZS EV gets a new 44.5 kWh HT (Hi-Tech) battery that offers an improved maximum range of 419 km. That's a big step up from the claimed 340 km driving range of the 2020 ZS EV. MG Motors claim that the new ZS EV can deliver a real world driving range of 300-400 km in most driving conditions. The previous model offered a real-world range of 250-280 km. The battery continues to power a synchronous electric motor that produces 141hp and 353 Nm of peak torque.

Also Read: MG ZS SUV Scores An Impressive 5-Star Safety Rating From ASEAN NCAP

Following customer feedback and demand of ZS EV outside of metro cities, MG Motors have also increased the ground clearance of the all-electric SUV up to 177mm. The previous model had a ground clearance of 156mm. There are no cosmetic changes on the new ZS EV. It continues with London-eye inspired projector headlamps with LED DRLs, LED tail lights, windmill inspired 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, roof rails, rear spoiler, body-colored bumpers and more. The 17-inch wheels however get new 215/55 section tires.

The i-Smart mobile app has also been updated with a new Eco Tree Challenge feature. This feature allows you to monitor the real-time progress of your CO2 savings as well as the CO2 savings of other ZS EV users. The new ZS EV otherwise continues with features that it previously came with. That includes an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 8.9-inch MID, dual-panel panoramic sunroof, rain-sensing front wiper, cruise control, auto headlamps, power-adjustable driver seat, push-button start-stop with smart entry, electronic gear knob, hill start assist, hill descent control, rear camera, parking sensors, PM filter and more.

This is the first update that MG has rolled on the ZS EV since it was launched in the market about a year ago. Compared to the older model, the Excite variant is INR 10,000 dearer while the Exclusive variant is INR 60,000 dearer. Initially, the ZS EV was launched in just six major cities in India but with increased traction for EVs in India, the new ZS EV will be available across 31 cities in India. Recently, MG also updated the Hector SUV with new features and also launched the 7-seater version of the Hector-Plus. 

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The MG ZS secured 14.27 points out of 16.00 for the frontal impact test. It scored a full 16.00 out of 16.00 for the side impact test and 2.00 out of 4.00 for the head protection for adult occupants. Head and leg protection for the driver and front passenger was rated as good. Meanwhile, chest protection for the driver was rated as marginal and chest and right knee protection for the front passenger was rated adequate.

Also Read : Petrol-Powered MG ZS SUV Spotted Testing Once Again; Launch In Early 2021

The ZS scored 90% in the adult occupant protection, with a weighted score of 44.82, thus giving it a 5-star safety rating. For child occupancy protection, the ZS scored 14.00 out of 16.00 in the frontal impact test, 8.00 out of 8.00 in the side impact test, 9.98 out of 12.00 in the child seat installation assessment. That again gave it a 90% score in the child occupant protection test with a weighted score of 20.90.

ASEAN NCAP tested the base C+ trim of the ZS SUV. In terms of safety equipment, the base trim of the ZS comes equipped with dual front airbags, ABS, ESC, and a seatbelt warning system with retractor, pre-tensioner, and load limiter for the driver and front passenger. Additional safety features also include side and curtain airbags as optional extras. The ZS however scored only 61% in the safety assist assessment for a weighted score of 15.28.

When MG Motors brings the ZS to India, it will be a petrol-only SUV, at least initially. MG Motors offers a wide range of engine options with the ZS SUV overseas. There's a 111hp/160Nm 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit, a 120hp/150Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and a 160hp/230Nm 1.3-litre turbo-petrol unit. It remains to be seen which of these make it to India. MG Motors is expected to debut the ICE-powered ZS SUV in India sometime in early 2021, possibly before March. When launched, it will sit in the mid-size SUV segment where it will take on the likes of the Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos. We expect prices to start from around INR 12 lakh, ex-showroom.

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It is thus safe to assume that it will be the facelifted model of the ZS SUV that MG will bring to India. In fact, the model showcased at the Auto Expo was the facelifted model itself. On the other hand, the MG ZS EV that's sold in India is based on the pre-facelift version. The ZS facelift looks a little more sportier than the ZS EV with some design revisions here and there. The MG ZS facelift gets a new grille, revised projector headlamps with LED DRLs, a sporty bumper with a wide air dam and stylish foglamps with black accents. It also gets new LED tail lights at the rear with a sportier looking bumper, and of course, the new design for the alloy wheels.

Also Read : Seven-Seater MG Hector Plus Launching In January 2021!

We however do not expect many changes on the inside as compared to the ZS EV. The MG ZS SUV that was showcased at the Auto Expo had blacked-out windows and we didn't really get a look of the interiors. However, the UK-spec ZS SUV gets a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system along with a re-designed center console and a few additional features like a 360-degree camera and a panoramic sunroof. We expect these updates to make it to the India-spec model as well. We saw pretty good fit and finish levels with the ZS EV and we expect the same for its ICE-powered sibling as well.

Under the hood, the MG ZS will be a petrol-only SUV, at least initially. MG Motors offers a wide range of engine options with the ZS SUV overseas. There's a 111hp/160Nm 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit along with 120hp/150Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. The third engine option is a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol unit and that's the one we will be getting here in India. This engine produces 160hp and 230Nm and comes mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox as standard. We expect MG to offer a manual gearbox for India as well.

Conversely, MG Motors could even continue with the 141hp, 1.5-litre petrol engine that currently does duty on the Hector and Hector Plus SUVs. There are even rumors of a petrol-hybrid powertrain to be in the pipeline, which could be introduced at a later stage. MG Motors is expected to debut the ICE-powered ZS SUV in India sometime in early 2021, possibly before March. When launched, it will sit in the mid-size SUV segment where it will take on the likes of the Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos. We expect prices to start from around INR 12 lakh, ex-showroom.

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In terms of styling, 2021 MG ZS looks a lot of more menacing than the previous version. The front fascia gets  hexagonal-shaped, blacked-out grill and is flanked by a sleeker pair of headlights with projectors and LED DRLs. Further down, the bumper is a lot edgier and gets slick-looking, blacked-out surrounds for the LED fog lamps. While the side profile remains largely familiar, it gets a set of newly-designed,17-inch alloy wheels to freshen things up. At the rear, the newly-styled MG ZS gets touches like a new LED tail lamp signature with a chunky bumper featuring a one-piece faux skid plate with faux dual exhaust outlets.

Step inside and you’ll notice that cabin is neater and more premium compared to the current MG ZS. Interior highlights include a large 10-inch floating-type touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, full-digital instrument cluster, flat-bottom multi-function steering wheel and faux carbon fiber trim everywhere you look. 

In terms of performance, the MG ZS will remain similar. While the UK only gets a 1.5-litre NA petrol engine with 106bhp/150Nm of torque, a few markets even get a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine making 103bhp/160Nm of torque. Unconfirmed reports suggest that the MG ZS in its petrol form could make an entry into India by March 2021. If so, will compete with the likes of Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. Expect a starting price of INR 12-14 lakh.

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The MG ZS EV was initially available in Delhi/NCR, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad. Now, it is available even in Pune, Surat, Cochin, Chandigarh, Jaipur and Chennai. Below are the names and addresses of the MG dealerships where the ZS EV electric SUV can be purchased in the new cities:

The MG ZS EV measures 4,314 mm in length, 1,809 mm in width and 1,620 mm (1,644 mm with roof rails) in height. It has a 2,585 mm wheelbase. A 44.5 kWh battery pack is standard, and it is used by a front-mounted electric motor that generates 142.76 PS of max. power at 3,500 rpm and 353 Nm of max. torque at 5,000 rpm. The 44.5 kWh battery pack can be charged from 0-80% via a 7 kW AC charger in 6 to 8 hours. The time reduces to just 50 minutes if using a 50 kW DC fast charger.

The MG ZS EV can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds. It has a range of 340 km. It is available in Excite and Exclusive trims, for a price of INR 20.88 lakh* and INR 23.58 lakh* respectively. We have covered the trim-wise features of the electric SUV in another story before.

Also Read: MG ZS petrol launch update: MG starts scouting for component suppliers

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*Ex-showroom New Delhi

MG imports knocked-down kits of the ZS EV from China to India and assembles them at the Halol plant. The company will likely follow the same strategy for the ZS petrol. A new report from Moneycontrol says that MG has started looking for component suppliers for the ZS petrol. “MG Motor has floated a request for quotation (RFQ) for a petrol version of the ZS which it intends to bring to the market next year,” an undisclosed industry source told the business publication recently.

Companies send out RFQs in the market as an invite to manufacturers to submit a price bid for the required components. In related news, IndianAutosBlog.com had revealed last month that MG is working on increasing the localisation level of the ZS EV. Back to the ZS petrol, the company had introduced it in India at Auto Expo 2020.

The MG ZS petrol was introduced in November 2016 and given a facelift in September 2019. In China, the facelifted MG ZS is available with a 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine (163 PS/230 Nm) and a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine (120 PS/150 Nm). The former can be had with a 5-speed MT or a CVT, while the latter comes paired with a 6-speed AT as standard. In Thailand, the new MG ZS is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 114 PS and 150 Nm of torque. A CVT is standard.

LED headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels, LED tail lights, panoramic sunroof, fully digital instrument cluster, 10.1-inch HD touchscreen infotainment system, synthetic leather upholstery and air purifier are some of the key features of the new MG ZS petrol.

Expect the MG ZS petrol to cost anywhere between INR 15-20 lakh (ex-showroom). It’ll be neither as cheap as the 2020 Hyundai Creta nor as expensive as the VW T-Roc.

Also Read: MG ZS EV localisation to be increased, could get a price cut

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The MG ZS EV is currently manufactured exclusively at SAIC’s Zhengzhou plant (Henan) in China. It is imported to India in knocked-down kits, which are assembled at SAIC’s Halol plant (Gujarat). Recently, IndianAutosBlog.com had an interaction with Rajeev Chaba, the President and MD of MG’s Indian subsidiary, talked about localisation. When asked about the localisation level for the MG Hector and MG ZS EV, below is what he said:

The Hector is more than 70% right now, and ZS EV is very less right now but we are trying that it also crosses 30-40% by next year.

The Indian government is becoming a killjoy for EVs. While last year it stimulated the demand by cutting the GST on EVs from 12% to 5%, this year it’s going to make some EVs costlier with a hike of 5-15% in the customs duty. The MG ZS EV, though, still may end up being cheaper eventually, owing to increased localisation.

For reference, the MG ZS EV is available in India in Excite and Exclusive trims, at INR 20,88,000* and INR 23,58,000* respectively. It is currently sold in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad and Mumbai. The availability will expand to more cities gradually, once there is enough supply and the charging infrastructure is in place.

The MG ZS EV competes with the Hyundai Kona Electric in India. The South Korean model is available in Premium and Premium Dual Tone trims, at INR 23,71,858* and INR 23,90,608* respectively. It can be purchased in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, Cochin, New Delhi, Pune, Gurgaon, Chandigarh, Kolkata and Lucknow.

Also Read: MG ZS EV tech specs, variant-wise features & charging addresses revealed

In related news, the MG ZS (petrol) is also going to be launched in India, in 2021. It will go against the VW T-Roc, but it will be much more affordable, as unlike the German SUV, it will be locally assembled.

*Ex-showroom India