2022 MG ZS EV launched in Nepal
Posted On: February 28, 2022 By : Shuva Raj KhatriMG Motors Nepal has launched the 2022 version of the ZS EV in Nepal. Unlike its predecessor (launched in 2019), the new ZS EV comes with major changes on the exterior, and the vehicle offers two upgraded battery options: a 51.1 kWh and a 72.6 kWh. The long-range EV boasts a maximum range of 440 km, according to WLTP.
Let’s get into MG’s new offering in Nepal:
Design
The new ZS EV looks more like an EV now than it used to–thanks to the makeover to the front fascia. The bumper has been redesigned and the traditional grille has been replaced by a conventional EV-type grille (it gets the same paint as the body) that features a centrally located MG logo and charging port on its right.
Moreover, the lights on both ends, the rear bumper, and the wheels have been redesigned.
On the interior, the EV comes equipped with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system that is compatible with both Apple Carplay and Android Auto.
Battery and Performance
The facelift version comes with two battery options: 51kWh and 73kWh.
The EV powered by the 51kWh battery takes eight hours to charge via a 7kW charger, and via a 50kW and 100kW charger, the EV can go from 0-80% in 54 minutes and 36 minutes, respectively. The EV provides a range of 319 km on a single charge.
The ZS EV long range (powered by a 73kWh battery) normally takes 10.5 hours to charge (via a 7kW charger), and takes 1 hour 3 minutes and 42 minutes to charge from 0-80% via the 50kW and 100kW fast chargers. Furthermore, on a full charge, the long-range EV provides a range of 440 km.
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Specifications
| Battery capacity | 51.1 kWh | 72.6 kWh |
| Motor | PMSM | PMSM |
| Power (Ps) | 176 | 156 |
| Torque (Nm) | 206 | 206 |
| Range (km) | 319 | 440 |
| Charging time | Full charge in 8 hrs via 7kW charger0-80% in 54 mins. via 50kW charger0-80% in 36 mins. via 100kW charger | Full charge in 10.5 hrs via 7kW charger0-80% in 1.3 hrs. via 50kW charger0-80% in 42 mins. via 100kW charger |
| Seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 175 | 175 |
| Boot capacity (L) | 470 (expandable to 1100) | 470 (expandable to 1100) |
Features
The new ZS EV comes with a plethora of convenience features such as automatic air conditioning, remote central locking, keyless entry with push-start engine button, electric windows, digital instrument cluster, speed-sensing lock, adaptive cruise control, three driving modes (Eco, Normal, Sport), and electric parking brakes with auto-hold.
For safety, the EV comes with front airbags (including side airbags), ABS and EBD, ISOFIX, anti-rolling protection, hill-launch assist, emergency brake assist, and TPMS.
MG ZS EV facelift price in Nepal
The new ZS EV has been launched in Nepal in two battery options. The EV equipped with the 51 kWh battery comes at a price of Rs 51.99 lakh and the one equipped with the 72.6 kWh battery is priced at Rs 59.99 lakh.
| MG models | Battery capacity | Price in Nepal |
| ZS EV facelift | 51.5 kWh | Rs 51.99 lakh |
| ZS EV facelift | 72.5 kWh | Rs 59.99 lakh |
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