It may seem that the MG ZS has been around since the early 2000s as a compact sports model, but the car manufacturer chose to use the same nameplate for a compact crossover that was released in 2017. Since then, several updates have occurred, including the release of an all-electric ZS model. The ZS has been so popular that it has helped establish the carmaker as one of the UK's favourites.
1,631 Used MG ZS cars for sale
MG ZS2021 - 5dr 105kW (45kWh) Excite Automatic
55Low Mileage
£11,995
- Miles
25.2K
- Electric
- Automatic
- Hatchback
MG ZS2022 - 51.1kWh Trophy SUV 5dr Electric Auto (176 ps) - KEYLESS ENTRY - SURROUND VI
50Low Mileage
£14,560
Finance available £285 pm
- Miles
22.7K
- Electric
- Automatic
- Hatchback
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MG ZS2025 - 130kW Trophy Connect EV 51kWh 5dr Auto
44£19,866
- Miles
2.0K
- Electric
- Automatic
- Hatchback
Glyn Hopkin MG Chelmsford
MG ZS2020 - 44.5kWh Exclusive SUV 5dr Electric Auto (143 ps) - HEATED SEATS - NAV - BLI
41£10,595
Finance available £201 pm
- Miles
36.1K
- Electric
- Automatic
- Hatchback
MG ZS2024 - 1.0T GDi Exclusive 5dr DCT Auto
35£16,700
Finance available £344 pm
- 1L
- Miles
17.6K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Hatchback
MG ZS2023 (73) - 1.0T GDi Exclusive 5dr DCT Petrol Hatchback
31Low Mileage
£16,986
- 1L
- Miles
12.6K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
MG ZS2023 - 1.0 Exclusive T-GDi 5DR Suv Petrol
8£16,289
Finance available £342 pm
- 1L
- Miles
21.8K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
MG ZS2021 (70) - 44.5kWh Exclusive SUV 5dr Electric Auto (143 ps) Rear Camera, Leather Inter
49Low Mileage
£11,750
- Miles
23.9K
- Electric
- Automatic
- Hatchback
MG ZS2021 - 1.0 Exclusive T-GDi 5DR Suv Petrol
38Low Mileage
£14,689
Finance available £306 pm
- 1L
- Miles
22.8K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Hatchback
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Why buy a used MG ZS?
If you're in the market for a car that's inexpensive, practical and spacious, then a used MG ZS is a great choice. This small family SUV has a decent amount of boot space and a comfortable interior despite its lower price. There are several powertrain options, including the newer electric model with zero tailpipe emissions.
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Pros
- Electric model available
- Long warranty
- Low prices
Cons
- Limited safety technology on petrol models
- Not very good to drive
- Thirsty petrol engine
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Used MG ZS buying guide
Engines and transmissions
While the original ZS may have been available with a diesel option, the newer lineup includes petrol and electric motors, an automatic or a manual gearbox, and front-wheel drive.
Electric- 51.1kWh EV SE variant generates 173bhp and has a combined miles driving range of 198 miles
- EV Long Range variant produces 153bhp and has a 72.6kWh battery that provides 273 miles of range per charge
- With a 100kW public rapid charger, the battery can go from 10% to 80% in 42 minutes
- 1.5-litre engine outputs 104bhp, giving the ZS a 0-60mph time of 10.6 seconds
- 1.0-litre T GDi turbocharged engine increases the output to 109bhp with a 0-60mph time of 12 seconds
Both have a claimed fuel economy rating of up to 42.7mpg
Practicality
The MG ZS is just as practical as some larger SUVs, making it a good option for busy families.
Interior space- Driver's seat is easy to adjust and can be moved along with the steering wheel for people of various sizes
- Rear seat comfortably holds two adults, providing ample legroom
- Wide-opening doors make it easy to load children into car seats attached to the ISOFIX mounting points on the outer rear seats
- 448-litre boot is more spacious than the Dacia Duster and is great for holidays or shopping trips
- Height-adjustable boot floor increases the ease of loading and unloading
- 60:40 split rear seat folds down to offer 1,375 litres of space
EV model offers a slightly larger boot of 470 litres
Safety
- 2017 Euro NCAP rating was three out of five stars, while the EV earned a perfect rating
- ZS EV adult occupant rating is 90%, while child occupant rating is 85%
- Available rear cross traffic and blind spot monitoring on some models
Technology
- 10.1-inch infotainment screen handles most of the controls, except for some of the heating
- Connect phones with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Four-speaker sound system comes standard, and an available six-speaker upgrade that has 3D sound
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Used MG ZS FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the MG ZS?
The petrol engines are the most popular, but the electric has been gaining more popularity as it has started showing up among used cars. It's possible that the electric variants could overtake the petrol choices in the future.
Which are the most popular model variants?
MG offers the ZS in the Excite and Exclusive models. The Exclusive is more popular because it offers more kit for a decent value, including a digital instrument cluster, leather-style upholstery, satnav, a 360-degree parking camera, 17-inch alloy wheels and an electrically adjustable driver's seat.
What optional extras should I look out for?
You should look out for the upgraded sound system, especially with the 3D technology. There are also updated safety systems worth looking for, such as blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
Is the MG ZS a good family car?
Yes, there's room in the ZS to hold a family. The car also has enough boot space to make travelling on holiday trips possible. The wide-opening rear doors give children and adults quick access to the back row.
Is there a hybrid version of the MG ZS?
No, MG released petrol versions of the ZS when it first launched. While these are still available, there's also an all-electric model now that provides up to 273 miles of driving per charge.
Is the MG ZS available as an automatic?
The ZS has been available with either an automatic or a manual transmission. While the manual tends to be more popular among used cars, there are plenty of models available with an automatic.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
No, MG didn't offer four-wheel drive with the ZS, which isn't unusual for a car in this segment. Instead, all models have front-wheel drive.
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