2026 MG ZS Price, Specs and Range

What is it?

The second-generation MG ZS arrived in late 2024 on a new platform with a 5-star ANCAP rating and a credible full-hybrid option. Three petrol grades plus the Hybrid+ Essence flagship, all with the 7-year MG warranty.

The lineup runs from Excite 1.5 FWD at $25,990 drive-away, through to Essence Hybrid+ at $36,990 drive-away. Warranty cover sits at 10 years, 250,000 km (transferable).

Interior and Technology

$25,990 drive-away entry, 5-star ANCAP from the 2025 protocol, and the Hybrid+ claiming 4.7 L/100 km for under $34,000.

500 kg braked tow rules out trailers, and the 1.5L NA petrol entry is uninspiring next to the hybrid.

Quick Buyer Context

Should you buy the ZS?

Reasons to buy

$25,990 drive-away entry, 5-star ANCAP from the 2025 protocol, and the Hybrid+ claiming 4.7 L/100 km for under $34,000.
Warranty: 7 years, unlimited km. Battery: 7 years on HEV+.
5-star ANCAP (2025), full driver-assist suite.
443 L (1,457 L seats down) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Braked towing rated at 500 kg.

Reasons to wait

500 kg braked tow rules out trailers, and the 1.5L NA petrol entry is uninspiring next to the hybrid.
You need to tow (Seltos and Kona pull more than 500 kg), or you want proven Australian resale data.
Hybrid+ adds about $8,000 over the petrol. Excite Plus Hybrid+ at $33,990 drive-away is the value sweet spot.
Top trim climbs to $36,990 drive-away.

Who it suits

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Families

443 L (1,457 L seats down) boot, full safety suite

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City drivers

Tidy footprint, easy parking

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Budget

Sharp entry pricing

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Commuters

Daily driver, low fuss

CarTell Verdict

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The CarTell take

We have not driven this yet. On paper, here is how it stacks up.

Strongest suit on paper: $25,990 drive-away entry, 5-star ANCAP from the 2025 protocol, and the Hybrid+ claiming 4.7 L/100 km for under $34,000.
The trade-off: 500 kg braked tow rules out trailers, and the 1.5L NA petrol entry is uninspiring next to the hybrid.
Check before you buy: Hybrid+ adds about $8,000 over the petrol. Excite Plus Hybrid+ at $33,990 drive-away is the value sweet spot.
Best suited to: First-car buyers and small families chasing the cheapest small SUV in Australia, plus the option of a genuine full hybrid for under $34,000 drive-away.