At a glance

MG ZS EV

Base price: $48,990 Powertrain and economy:

Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor and 44.5 kWh battery, 105kW/ 353Nm, FWD.

Vital statistics: 4314mm long, 1809mm wide, 1644mm high, 2585mm wheelbase, luggage capacity 359 litres, 17-inch alloy wheels.

We like: Excellent ride comfort, fully-loaded with equipment, impressive build quality, quick and supersmooth.

We don’t like: Intrusive driver assists, charging port cover in the grille feels a bit flimsy.