Thanks for showing us the bottom of the range. It's always so disappointing to be introduced to a lovely looking car and then realise you'd lose all things desirable in the price range which you can afford. Much better to see and be content with the basic model and then work out what extras you may or may not be able to have. Hopefully we'll be able to benefit from Florence's opinion soon. 🤗😊

@davidsworld5837

2 жыл бұрын

yes who listens to James or Kate, the best person is Florence does far better reviews hehehehehe

@judebrown4103

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidsworld5837😁😄

@JohnDoe-bd5sz

2 жыл бұрын

Just strange, them talking about adding 75 kilo's to the roof bars, when they showcase the low spec model that has no roof bars :)

Great review, and what I loved most was your mention of FABRIC Seats. Why oh why do manufacturers think they are doing you a big favour giving you leather. My with has fabric and heated seats and they are wonderful.

There doing a great job Mg , yet people bad mouth them , i dont understand why. Your getting a good solid car that does what it says on the tin, with a good warranty.

Great review! And yes, absolutely, spend extra for the bigger battery given such a small price differential.

Excellent review, long enough to explain the difference between the old version and this new one! Great to see cloth seats much warmer in winter, my only criticism is the headline of the video, nearly skipped it because it says 2021 MG, I would of thought 2022 would be more appropriate and more relevant, attracting more views in the process.

Great overview! As you know James I have the Zoe now and was excited for the e-Up, drove it and was totally unimpressed. Drove this just to tick it off the list, loved it and ordered it as LR in SE. Super excited for it; you'll get to see it as always on its first birthday 😊

Great short review. If you could do follow up reviews testing the real world range at these lower winter temperatures that would be fantastic and perhaps one on the Trophy Connect so you can show the differences. Totally agree opening Pano roof is amazing and rare at this proce point

Nice to see this car in a colour other than blue.

I was impressed by the first version - this is even better (although the incandescent rear indicator is strange). Although I went for a Model 3 in the end, I think the MG delivers what most people would want from an affordable EV.

Good to see what the lower spec actually offers, as I think most of us potential buyers would like to aspire to the higher spec vehicles we see on review, but then find out they are significantly more expensive than the white SE model price that is being quoted by the reviewer.

Excellent concise review with the most important bits - keep up the good YT! 👍🏼

Thanks, James. I'm waiting for my MG ZS and it's good to hear a balanced view of what to expect.

Good review which covers the basics everyone needs to know. Also nice to see base model reviewed for the budget buyer, with the commentary on extra's you would personally add. We've been happy with our 2020 model but hoping MG Australia commit to bringing this new model down under soon.

Thanks for another great video update

Love your honesty James. Nice one!

Just watched this video again, and am now going to change the zoe for the long range trophy ZS. As always good informative videos

Great to see the more basic model. I would be interested in more base model reviews of competing vehicles in this segment such as for instance the eNiro and the Kona.

Hi James a good honest review as usual. I would agree with you if you can afford it go for the bigger battery. Hyundai found that with the kona most people chose the bigger battery when buying new so that would reflect on its resale come sale time.

Hi James, Dave here in France. I bought my ZS EV in sept 2021 and was the last of the previous version. It appears to have the revised firmer suspension as it corners like a good'un. Indication range after a full overnight charge was showing about 265 kms during the coldest of winter and is now showing about 310 kms. (All range numbers based on ECO setting and HVAC off). As at today she has done 6700 kms. Mine is the luxury spec so has all the bells and whistles, drives really well and seems like fantastic value at 18,000 euros (approx £15,000) plus an old diesel van as trade-in. Both my wife and I love the car ...

Thanks for the review, I’ve got my trophy long range ordered for a may delivery (correction now September). Just wanted to point out the 0-60m is 8.2s you’ve quoted the 0-100km which is 8.4s

Great review for a car and long range model I am thinking about buying. The price and 72KWH is the important thing for me

Neat Review. Thank you!

Nice concise review 😊

Useful to hear your comments and having driven the ZS LR Trophy Connect in the first week it came out I wasn't sure I could justify the ticket price to upgrade from my great First Gen ZS Exclusive so it was great to have a ZS SE LR with only 150 miles on the clock for the whole day last week as loan car during my ZS's 2 annual service. I'd agree the suspension up date and power mapping is really appreciated as is the significant improvements to the sound insulation. The car is overall a more refined car and that is even comparing the Exclusive to the new SE trim. However, I would not buy the SE as a keeper as I found the cloth seats have less supportive lumber than the Old Exclusive seats even though I'd rather have cloth over PU Leather (ie plastic) seats. I am sure (although my dealer dis agrees) that the Trophy seats have been improved from the older Exclusive seats and the did feel comfortable and supportive in the 30 minutes I drove the Trophy. But the Elephant in the room is price for the LR Trophy. The government grant (in the UK) was recently axed shortly before the UK pricing was announced for the ne SR models and there was therefore little room for manoeuvre for MG to adjust the already announced LR line-up. This means that only the ZS SE LR qualifies for the now reduced grant effectively increasing the customer price £2,500 on the Trophy and Trophy Connect! It would be great to hear your views on the whole range because if the Trophy SR in White gets the grant that would be a winner for the overall improvements (excluding the range) because an extra 30 to 40 miles from the 51 kWh SR would still give comfortable 2 hours on the motorway and quite enough for most people's daily driver.

Nice concise review. IMO you'd be crazy not to choose the LR version for just £2k more.

Love this a lot! £29k for long range. Both come in Blue... :D Thanks James. Think we need to go shopping on Cleevely EV...

In Australia and New Zealand we will only be getting the smaller 51 kWh model. The smaller battery is LFP like my Tesla Model 3 SR+ 2021. Don't overlook the advantages of LFP batteries including that they should be charged weekly to 100% and are not damaged if discharged to 0%. LFP batteries don't catch fire and are good for up to 3000 cycles. My dealer says that they are worried about the larger lithium nickel cobalt battery in Australian conditions as it might not cope as well with the high temperatures in Australia. Here in NZ we get whatever Australia gets despite being much cooler. I've ordered the 51kWh battery model and I think it is still a great buy.

I wouldn’t be in the market for a new one given how much this costs ( I would certainly love the long range version ) but for me and viewers to know how much is upgraded and how significant it is over the last model would be nice to know. Wish the review had been a little longer and gone in more detail with the new infotainment system and interior. What happened to your old ZS EV?

Will be interesting to see the updated MG5 when it becomes available in the UK

I have one and love it!

One feature I couldn't live without that the new MG doesn't have and would have been a sale for me is Coast Mode, something my classic Ioniq has. All the rest is perfect and once they arrive in Australia later this year suspect the bigger battery car which I think are net capacity not gross from other reviews I've seen will sell very well especially with only that small difference in price for more capacity and range.

Great overview on SE, I agree with previous review. I currently have the Exclusive but have ordered the new facelift model but just got caught by the governments reduction in plug in grant so can only stretch to the SE which will suit me. Having home charger installed tomorrow before government cuts the £350 allowance at the end of March.

Great review, thanks James. Odd they didn’t put a Frunk in it. So easy, seeing the aftermarket ones for the Kona/Niro/Soul. Pop off the motor cover, pop in a large plastic tray. Also - you mentioned 75kg load on the roof bars - did that version have bars ? Couldn’t see any using the phone screen. The capacity of the bars was an issue on MG5. They all seem to have an approved load rating now (when bars fitted).

@reddyornott9981

2 жыл бұрын

You don't get roof bars in the SE, but you do in the trophy.

Thanks for the review. it is so informative. What was the previos model price (before facelift). İm curious about the increase for the price in my country.

Do like the MG EV, good review

I’m looking at one on Motability as we’re due to change in April :)

Almost got one as a company car, the key thing that stopped me was the 7kW AC charging limit, just too slow!

The base spec along with the larger capacity battery will make it a powerful draw for many potential buyers.... Although given some of the comments regarding rust and longevity, I think if I were to buy a new one I'd have it undersealed and cavity injected with Waxoyl or similar asap.....

That was very interesting, the other reviews I have seen have all been of the top-spec models so it's good to see what the 'base' model looks like. It seems like MG have made a lot of improvements and with the bigger battery it seems like a great car.

you missed out comment. heheh. It looks more like a kona at the front. but you have to say they have covered 90% of the things people did not like about the original. I agree for just 2k more for the bigger battery is well worth it. that extra miles it can then have will be better for owners when away from home.

3 questions for you James: Would you get this or the eniro? Does this have a charger timer for off peak charging? Can you set a daily departure time so it pre heats without the app?

Thank you for your review, very interesting. One question if I may… does the boot have a 12v socket?

Nice

Lots of the 1st version MG ZS's will be for sale soon at a great price. Let's hope the Marvel comes to the UK and another budget EV, hopefully an Ora Cat car type look with a cool sunroof.

Thanks James, exactly the car I'm looking at buying next. Pity about the heat pump & Interior light but still great value esp. in the long range version. Do they offer the seven year warranty in the UK?

@jamesgee3616

2 жыл бұрын

99% sure they do 😊

@Jamesandkate

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, 7 years still stands and I completely forgot to mention it 🤥

Thanks James. Do you know if the 75kg roof load applies to the SE which does not have roof rails? Assume a suitable footpad exists or will in due course. Would help getting a cheaper version but need roof bars. Thanks. PS, I did email MG about it but had no response

Looks good. Refreshing to see the entry level model being reviewed. Just a few issues: 1. Why the continued use of non LED lights? I've been using LED lights on my bike since the mid 90's. Amazing to think the car industry is several decades behind the cycle industry. Could there be a warehouse full of non LED lights that they are desperately trying to get rid of before the reality of a stranded asset takes hold. Making a marketing issue of LED lights is a bit like using the phrases; colour tv or ten new pence. 2. The off-centre charge flap just looks wrong. Needs to be in the centre or at the rear, out of sight.

The range is great for the money. I wonder when their sports car is coming out?

Thank you for your video about zs it is very useful specially for me. Just question for you. How was a heater? I used to own zoe 2015 22 kw and heater was sucks and as I am about to go back electric I would love to know how is it. Thank you again

I'm loving this longer range ZS EV. I love the E-Niro but that's so much more money than this car. I've seen this at MG dealers at 28.5k, so maybe there's a deal to be had as well? Maybe take a nurse with you to the dealer as well!? But seriously though, the E-Niro at 2 yrs old can be had for around 29k as well, so the choice is a tricky one! Not for me though - the ZS has just become available on my company car scheme!

Back in the day, if I was choosing between say a Citroen or a VW, I would have some pre-conceptions as to the durability of the interiors, the rustproofing, the likely long-term depreciation and that sort of thing. I have no Idea where to put these new Chinese entrants to the UK market in relation to such brands and that is a little worrying for any buyer.

So you want the one with the sky roof....And interior lights in the back. I would want to see how that works out for you :)

A short sweep across the car, but a good short sweep across the car. 👍

Hi james I have the first edition model in exclusive trim with the heated seats,does the new model with cloth seats have heating elements in them,and does it have adaptive cruise control.Thanks

Good no-nonsense review as always James. Lack of the rear interior light is disappointing. Any idea if they can be retrofitted? Thanks

@computerbob06

2 жыл бұрын

Pound shop torch in the door pockets.

@bjrn-steinarhanssen2102

2 жыл бұрын

I've seen an mk1 with wide-beam LED lamps fitted over the triangular windows in the back, but they where operated togheter with the light up front.

@iannadin8249

2 жыл бұрын

@@bjrn-steinarhanssen2102 that sounds like a good compromise solution 👍

I’m sure we’ll be watching Florence reviewing cars in a few years

Reach adjustment on the steering wheel still missing or has it been added?

@Jamesandkate

2 жыл бұрын

Still missing

nice

James or Kate could you get a review of the New MG4 it's 🤔 looks a great car for the 26k it will make other manufacturers lower their prices 😉 the MG4 SR has a 51kw battery 🔋 but I think its LFP which means 100% charge and 218 miles the LR 64kw is 280 miles but older type battery 🔋 that's is recommended to charge to 80% can we get your honest opinion on this new MG4 thanks in advance for review

The smaller battery version actually has 130kw (174 hp) not the same 154 as the long range.

My wife ordered the Trophy version. Would have gone for the SE, but those seats are awful. Whats wrong with plain black fabric ??

Do you know the battery tech is it LFP ?

Did you get any information on the V2L adapter? As of now all I’ve heard is that it will be available this year, but not sure how to get it or at what price?

@stevenpettigrew2239

2 жыл бұрын

The rumours I heard were about £200 from a dealership but MG have been very quiet about it

@jamesgee3616

2 жыл бұрын

@@stevenpettigrew2239 I hope it doesn’t magically disappear, I’m really looking forward to the functionality

@stevenpettigrew2239

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesgee3616 yeah looks interesting. I’m sure they show it in the promo videos so based on that I would hope we would get it.

@jamesgee3616

2 жыл бұрын

@@stevenpettigrew2239 Looks like it’ll be the same as the Marvel R too, and that already exists so it should be okay!

If there wasn't a word NICE ...he would struggle to do this review!

Did you carry out an actual 0-60 test? So far, I haven't seen a single review where they've done a 0-60 test. I know most won't be interested but I am! hah!

Exceedingly good value compared to almost every other manufacturer.

Does this version come with adaptive cruise control?

@Jamesandkate

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it does

@wozza59

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jamesandkate Excellent - thank you for the info.

Ordered one back in November, interesting to hear you have plenty of stock as MG dealers are struggling for supply due to chip shortage. What levels of stock do you have? Great review thanks

Looked at these, you have to get trophy spec to get the roof. You then get the pretend leather like it or not but the price is above grant so costs a lot more. You still get radar cruise on the SE, all the main toys just nor roof, no pretend leather and no wireless charging, no heated seats and mirrors think that's it For me the £29k for se spec is much better than I think £34 for the trophy due to the lack of grant money. no flying machine but faster than anything similar in petrol or diesel and has ev benefits ...I will stick on a battery interior light for the back with Velcro, terrible oversight for what is worth about £1. Oh and it's bigger than it looks too and the boot is decent. Can't really in beat it all in all

Whatever car I am buying, I will get the lowest spec and longest range model, the problem is there is never a low enough spec for me. I have a perfectly fine GPS in my phone, I don't need another one in the car. I do not need a reversing camera, the car got mirrors. I can handcrank the windows when I need a crack of air, I open the windows fully mabe once a year. Glass roofs are just plain stupid if you live in a cold climate, you will need a hat for the cold, and half of the year it is covered in snow anyway Smaller rims/higher profile tyres gives you better comfort and cheaper tyres. LED headlights are efficient and gives good light, but freezes up in the winter giving you wors light then halogen. 1972 I had automatic heated seats and headlight vipers on my SAAB96 as standard, that should be standard by now.

I won't mention the silly price🙄. What if you have a bump in this kind of car with the charging point at the front , would the car be able to get repaired with the charging point damaged or the car scrapped?.

@stuartburns8657

2 жыл бұрын

I wondered the exact same thing tbh

@Brian-om2hh

2 жыл бұрын

what would happen if someone rear ended your petrol car, damaging the fuel tank, or rammed your front end, puncturing the radiator and making it undriveable? It would be repaired. And so would an EV if it sustained damage in the area of the charge port, I imagine..... Consider used EV's David. They have less silly price tags...... I've seen Renault Zoe's and Leafs at around £6k.... Plenty of used EV's around now, and these days there are even dealers whom sell only used EV's New EV's do cost more to buy, but the actual "fuel" and maintenance costs are much reduced over ICE cars..... I used to fork out around £140 to £160 per month - or sometimes more - on petrol. Now it's less than £40 per month for electricity for my EV....... I reckon I've saved well over £2500 in petrol costs over the past 2 years alone.....

@stuartburns8657

2 жыл бұрын

I think Brian ppl may be looking at equivalent sized and spec'd ice 2 ev replacements. Also, it's a decision each person needs to make based on their own current usage case. We've got a fully spec'd 2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.5 diesel and a 2005 (lol) Fiesta 1.4. Combined mileage is 6k pa. Avg mpg 55 and 52 respectively. Road tax £20 and £30. Insurance dirt cheap. Fiesta long since paid off. Nissan £200 pm. It (sadly) just doesn't add up for ourselves

@davidtaylorbfd

2 жыл бұрын

@@Brian-om2hh We bought a Mitsubishi ASX in 2017 brand new for £16500 ish, we had planned to keep it for at least 15 years but seeing the cost of new ev it will be longer. I don't do many miles. I can afford to run a EV but not buy a newish EV.

Looks way better and still cheap.

Not leather , fake leather , no heat pump , battery 77 brilliant , inside electronics looks improved

Hi I quite like the car but these prices are way to high for people to buy . It seems to me and please forgive if I am wrong but we can't win . Fuel is crazy high and electric just gone up .these cars are for companies who write off their tax not for the guy or girl on a low wage

@Brian-om2hh

2 жыл бұрын

but don't forget Richard, that as electricity prices rise, then so will the cost of refining oil, so your petrol and diesel will cost more too..... And the increasing number of emissions charging schemes in our towns and cities will also add to the cost of driving an ICE car in the future. Oxford's charging scheme kicks off next month, and will charge *all* ICE cars to enter the city centre. You could always consider a used EV. They are out there now.... I've seen used EV's at £6k.....

Why don't you make an episode about Cleveleys stopping battery swaps on Nissan Leafs and the reasons why ? It would seem that the Nissan leaf is a disposable item again, just like any other car. Not very environmental is it ?

@Jamesandkate

2 жыл бұрын

To be honest, theres a new way of swapping the batteries without the use of a CAN bridge, and also, the batteries are being bought up so quickly for second uses we can't get them. It's actually very environmentally friendly.