2021 MG ZS Exclusive Review: More Money, Less Value?

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2021 MG ZS Exclusive Review: More Money, Less Value?
The MG ZS has recently been given a facelift; this means a new frock, revised interior and new features. In the process, has it lost one of its key strengths - value for money? I recently tested it to find out.
Unlike the last MG ZS I had (review can be found here: ) this version is fitted with the 1.0 litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine. This can either be mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox, or in the case of the model tested, a 6-speed automatic. Performance can be described as leisurely at best as it will take 12.1 seconds to hit 60mph, and the top speed is 112mph.
There's a good chance you're more concerned that fuel economy, and if you are, you may be disappointed. It's more thirsty than you may have expected as on a combined run MG states you can achieve up to 39mpg, and it emits 163g/km of CO2 emissions.
The starting price for the ZS is now £15,995 compared to £12,495 when the car first came out - well, the new SUV variant. The version tested in this video is the range-topping Exclusive, which starts from £18,295, although the car seen here is £21,500 due to the 1.0 petrol engine, 6 speed automatic gearbox and this fetching Dynamic Red paintwork.
It’s true the ZS is more expensive than it used to be, but as mentioned it has added features, plus for a family SUV it still isn’t what you’d call expensive. Hey, some Fiestas cost more than this car does. Speaking of features what comes as standard?
Let’s start with the new features, shall we? For the Exclusive these include full LED headlights, front armrest, power folding mirrors, 10.1” touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 360 degree reversing camera, heated front seats with electronically adjustable driver’s seat, blind spot monitoring, automatic wipers, keyless entry and a digital driver’s display. 1.0 litre manual versions also receive a panoramic roof.
This adds to the previous features you got as standard including 17” alloys, Bluetooth, cruise control, rear parking sensors, air con, leather style seating, and navigation. There’s still no autonomous emergency braking, so you may want to look elsewhere if safety is high on your list of priorities.
For those of you on a tighter budget, you can opt for the Excite, which starts from £15,995. Standard features include 17” alloys, LED headlights, rear parking sensors, air conditioning, keyless entry, cruise control, leather steering wheel, 10.1” touchscreen with Bluetooth, DAB radio, and smartphone connectivity. Back to you, on screen Aaron.
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@marklittler784 2 года назад

Your presenting us with a very good all round idea of what to expect from the MG, you have obviously had enough experience of it to give a very good review.

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Thank you Mark! Thanks for watching.

@craigo2656 2 года назад

Buying an MG supports the Communist Party of China. People that care about their own economy buy products from people/companies/brands that are designed and/or developed and/or researched in their own country or ally country. The people that work for those local companies, in free democracies, then buy other products developed in their own country or ally country and that keeps their families and friends in work and making money. Stupid people buy direct from Chinese brands and send every single penny out of their country and destroy their own economy and eventually their entire free society because they are cretins and/or greedy and/or want things they can't afford, and rather than wait and save. They are happy to screw over their entire economy in the pursuit of self-gratification, selfishness, and ego. Buying CCP owned brands and products fuels Chinese R&D and weakens free economies. Your children and your children's children will suffer as a result of your choices. This is not hyperbole, it is fact.

@52alan1 2 года назад

@@craigo2656 I suppose you have a British made mobile phone , Tv , computer ( Amstrad or Sinclair maybe ) . is your car a German made Ford or BMW ? Just wondering .

@02xstanley 2 года назад

@@craigo2656 I mean, they bought out a virtually dead BRITISH company and the seller agreed happily. They're maintaining the iconic MG brand. Last time I checked that's capitalism.

@majackslelo827 2 года назад

💯😁

@terrificspokesman7416 2 года назад

In India its called the MG Astor and you can get an AI assistant on dashboard that you see on Chinese cars. Instead of the 1.0 Turbo petrol you get a 1.3 Turbo petrol with 140 bhp.

@PocketRockets 2 года назад

Thanks for spoiling me for the day in this absolute specimen of an automobile, a moment I will forget everyday Great review & presenting as always bro!

@craigo2656 2 года назад

@paoo3353 2 года назад

@@craigo2656 don’t use your phone then. Probably it’s made in china too

@Paul-wp6bb 2 года назад

Hi love the review, looking to buy the 1.0 t exclusive, one thing puts me off and that’s the faux leather seats, should I let this put me off buying one?, (I have some bad memories as a kid in cars with vinyl seats). I have a 20 mile journey every day!….don’t want to get out of a car with a wet back and arse!

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Hi Paul, thanks for watching, and thanks for the comment.

@marklittler784 2 года назад

Your reviewing a vehicle that I'm sure many people are interested in watching a review of.

@kofib3 2 года назад

How does the performance and price compare to a Suzuki Vitara which is available with a 1 litre engine.. As usual, nice review..

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Hello mate, thanks for watching, and thanks for the question. The Suzuki will cost more, but the 1.0 litre engine performs better and it's a nice car to drive.

@kofib3 2 года назад

@@CarObsession thanks for your swift reply.. (No pun intended on the "swift" also from Suzuki) 😋

@paoo3353 2 года назад

MG needs to make a ZS variant catered for performance. And they gotta improve the suspension. Man the suspension feels like it’s gonna break anytime.

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Hi there, thanks for watching, and thanks for the comment. Yes, the suspension isn't great, even though MG states it's been tuned for UK roads. Not sure which roads they used, mind.

@paoo3353 2 года назад

@@CarObsession Lol I don’t think they’ll make suspension tunings specific only for some countries because there will be additional cost. Engine, probably yes. All ZS around the world have the same body tuning I guess. And yeah they have to improve it

@jervanbrian6602 2 года назад

Hey...I'm thinking of buy this car for my wife and as a family car and I live in trinidad were the roads are not to good what do you think about owning this ????

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Hello Jervan, thanks for watching, and thanks for the comment. The ride in the ZS, isn't the best to be honest, so it may not be the most comfortable option for you. I hope that helps.

@howardthomas2617 2 года назад

It's a nice car I have the mg zs but have one complaint you can't turn off radio which is a pain

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Hi Howard, thanks for watching and thanks for the comment.

@michaelkellett2460 2 года назад

Can anyone tell me if these windows are acceptable or not on a new car everyone seems to be sidestepping this wobbly windows when open partially, even the reviewers . What is going on?. MK

@CarObsession Год назад

Hi Michael, thanks for watching, and sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I don't recall having that issue when I had the car if I'm going to be honest.

@michaelkellett2460 2 года назад

Check the side windows cannot keep reviewing them if faults haven’t been corrected on vehicles already sold . I suppose it is get the money and forget about the customer .

@ericharvey9456 11 месяцев назад

I purchased a Nissan Juke Tekna 2011 with so called leather seats, the side bolster split, not unusual so i heatd, ( apparently not leather ) just outside warranty and with about 7000 miles on the clock. I'll never buy another Nissan, the only car i've had where a seat has split. My 4 Skodas were better. Nice review

@CarObsession 11 месяцев назад

Hi there, thanks for watching, and thanks for the comment.

@davidyates6546 2 года назад

Dacia or MG?

@massimolombardi6751 Год назад

My next car👍👍👍

@connordavies4626 2 года назад

Is this the best suv at this price tag?

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Hello Connor, thanks for watching, apologies fo the delay in responding. Most of its rivals cost more money, so therefore don't offer as good value, so when it comes to price, the Dacia Duster is the next nearest thing. I've only spent limited time with that, though, so hard to say definitively. Compared to other cars in its class (excluding the Duster), I'd say this is the best SUV you can get at this price tag but more expensive rivals will of course give you better value.

@fossrocket 2 года назад

I've had them both the MG is the better car it feels more like a car the Duster is more like a van and I had the 2019 prestige duster an recently swapped it for zs excite both good cars for the money but the MG is that little bit better.

@jeromeserre Год назад

@@fossrocket thanks for your educated insight. I've tested both cars and share your opinion, but yours is based on real life experience, so much more solid

@MrSunnyBhoy 2 года назад

The look of disgust on your face when talking about the cars performance and handling 🤣. Is that pocket rockets sitting quietly at the front? :)

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Hi mate, thanks for watching, Yes, twas indeed PocketRockets sat in the front 👍

@PocketRockets 2 года назад

Rumour has it, I have shares in Car Obsession 😂👍

@davidyates6546 2 года назад

I like how you said it's S%@T without saying its S@?t

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Haha, I've got to be conservative mate! Thanks for watching 👍🏽.

@phil8437 2 года назад

Too much money for a Chinese made vehicle. A 1 litre engine for cars this size is too small. MG should be selling the petrol ZS at Dacia Duster prices. If you are on a budget the Dacia Duster is much better value and is available with a much more powerful 4 cylinder engine. Good review thanks.

@davidpage8223 2 года назад

I queried the lack of skyroof on the Exclusive and MG stated the following...Thank you for getting in touch with MG motor. With regards to the MG ZS, the availability of the panoramic sky roof for petrol versions was linked to the launch of the facelift. Because the 1.0T 6 speed manual was a new version added to the range after the facelift was introduced we were able to add the panoramic sky roof. Your feedback is much appreciated and we will keep a record as a reference for the relevant team. Apologies for any disappointment.

@CarObsession 2 года назад

Ah I see, thank you so much for David, but were's the postcard? ;)

@davidpage8223 2 года назад

@@CarObsession It's in the post!! :-)

@CarObsession 2 года назад

@David Page ah, of course! Thanks for watching!

@rayjennings3637 2 года назад

That's a rather pathetic and fudging the issue answer. If the roof was linked to the facelift and the 1.0T manual came along after the facelift, surely, the sunroof would have been available before the new drive train came along! I must admit, I was interested in this car but the poor consumption and ridiculous CO2 emissions have put me right off it.

@davidpage8223 2 года назад

@@rayjennings3637 Yes, I can't disagree about C02 figs. They are bad, especially the HS 1.5 auto. The excuse for the ZS sunroof is also not good. BUT...I still like them! I'm looking again seriously 2022.