KUALA LUMPUR: The locally assembled MG ZS has been launched, with two powertrain options – 1.5 Turbo and Hybrid+, priced at RM103,900 and RM109,900 respectively (Peninsular Malaysia, excluding insurance).
Customers who book either MG ZS variant can enjoy early-bird rewards worth RM3,000 and 5 years free maintenance.
Till Dec 31, 2026, 1.5 Turbo variant buyers can benefit from a special financing package in collaboration with Hong Leong Bank and Bank Rakyat, while Hybrid+ variant buyers will receive an extra RM3,000 year-end reward on top of the early-bird benefits.
For the first 3,000 customers, SAIC Motor Malaysia offers both MG ZS variants an upgraded warranty coverage package with a seven-year, unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
The MG ZS hybrid battery is covered by an eight-year, 160,000km warranty.
For customers who have already booked, MG ZS test-drive units are now available at MG showrooms nationwide.
SAIC Motor Malaysia managing director Emory Qi said, "The MG ZS offers a compelling proposition in the compact SUV (sport utility vehicle) market, giving customers a choice between turbocharged petrol performance and hybrid efficiency."
“The MG ZS brings together advanced powertrain technology, sleek and sporty styling, and practical features to meet the diverse needs of urban motorists,” he added.
The 1.5 Turbo variant is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine featuring direct injection and an all-aluminium construction, delivering 170PS (125kW) and 275Nm of torque.
This is paired with an eight-speed high-performance CVT designed to handle torque loads of up to 325Nm.
The 1.5 Turbo variant is rated with a combined fuel consumption figure of 6.9 litres per 100km and has a 55-litre fuel tank.
Meanwhile, the Hybrid+ variant is powered by a 1.5-litre Atkinson cycle four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a 100kW electric motor, supported by a 1.83kWh nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery – a battery chemistry used in relatively few B-segment hybrid SUVs.
The hybrid system delivers a combined 215PS (158kW) and 465Nm of torque.
Paired with a three-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT), it accelerates from 0 to 100kph in 8.7 seconds while achieving a fuel consumption figure of 4.7 litres per 100km.
The Hybrid+ variant offers eight propulsion modes, a 41-litre fuel tank and a driving range of up to 870km.
It can also operate in electric-only mode at speeds of up to 80kph.
The MG ZS features a distinctive front fascia, complemented by Connected Hunter Eyes headlights and black grille accents.
Its exterior styling is further defined by rear LED taillights, a rear spoiler and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Both variants are available in four exterior colours - Flare Red, Silver, Andes Grey and York White.
Measuring 4,430mm in length and 1,818mm in width, the MG ZS offers a spacious cabin with an ergonomic layout, intelligent storage solutions, generous headroom and legroom, and 30 storage compartments.
The all-black interior features perforated leatherette seats, with ventilation available for both front seats.
The driver-focused cockpit has a panoramic sunroof, a 12.3-inch floating infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, and a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster.
Both variants feature suspension systems incorporating ultra-high-stiffness, lightweight materials and three driving modes: Eco, Normal and Sport.
The MG ZS provides 443 litres of boot space, expandable to 1,457 litres with the rear seats folded down.
The MG ZS earned a five-star ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Programme) safety rating and is equipped with MG Pilot Driver Safety Technology, featuring 16 driver assistance functions, including Intelligent Headlight Control and Intelligent Cruise Control.
Complementing these features is MG iSMART, which enables owners to remotely access and control selected vehicle functions through their smartphones, including keyless entry.
