Is the MG ZS Hybrid+ the BEST Value Car on the Market?

Is the MG ZS Hybrid+ the best value car on the market. I ran an MG ZS EV as a Hendy long termer a couple of year ago and was really impressed. This time the new MG ZS is a Hybrid but at less than £25,000 even of the top level trim can it really be any good. Well I headed to the Cotswolds to find out.

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[kieranlarkin]

Great review. This car will sell more than the last one I’m sure. Get over the fake exhausts, you can’t see them when you’re driving….and they are not doing any harm!

[alibro]

I made the decision to buy a used MG5 EV Estate a few months ago based on it being an EV which I wanted, the range, the fact it is an estate but most all the price. I fully expected it to be rubbish but figured I could live with it because of the price. I was shocked at how good the car is and we're talking about the old one here, the newer face lifted model is even better. Every time I get in I smile at the quality and tech I got for the money.
No it's not perfect but neither was the Merc C Class I had before and the only thing I miss about it is rear wheel drive.

[tonypower]

Just bought the mg3 hybrid plus….great little car. 0-60 in 7.9s…..took me back to the 80s with my golf GTI …acceleration is fab fun….and around 60mpg. Z what’s not to like…..time to embrace the future and that’s Chinese.

[RobertMackenzie-ynig]

Pete
They will sell bucket loads of this, MG have been clever, produce a quality car at a price everyone can afford, well almost everyone
We have a company mg5 estate 3 years old 112k on the clock, still get 350 on a charge during the summer, it had a battery health check recently readings came in 96%
We paid 19k for it as a ex demo it’s a trophy model spec . Cheap as chips to run
Unfortunately people slag them off, but you normally find they have never owned or driven one
Just good value for money, the price they sell them for your expectations are low, but once you drive one you are pleasantly surprised

[les]

We bought the facelift HS PHEV, not the new one out and we are delighted with it. It’s the same red as your ZS you’re driving but it has the red interior option and it looks so upmarket. I’d not hesitate in buying another because as you say the value for money is amazing

[alasdairwilson]

Really good review.I think the early cars were not that great, but they really seem to have stepped up in all areas.This review makes me think that if I was changing my car just now, I would have to take a look at it.

[pcrm]

I've had 2 MG ZS's, (both top spec models) and just ordered my 3rd, the SE hybrid + model, just because I never used the heated seats and only ever used the rear view camera, so I've saved a couple of grand, I have to say I've been impressed with MG.

[hillmangt]

My brother has a 66 plate MG3 which has done 120k and has only required servicing and tyres. Still on original clutch exhaust etc and still drives like new. Paintwork is also exceptional considering it doesn’t get much cosmetic tlc just washed. 3 family members also have MG ZSs and they are fantastic value and extremely well equipped and with a 7 year warranty whats the worry. Yes they are Chinese but so are many others, Polestar and Volvo and the parts in many others are built in China as is everything else we buy so I don’t see a problem.

[LeeW-SKO]

We have a older MG ZS and it has been superb 100% reliable and relatively cheap to run.
This new model sounds great, especially at this price level and given it is a hybrid setup easy for all to use.

[theloneranger]

I really think this is a very smart looking car, and with all that tech on board and the price of it, what's not to like. It certainly ticks all the boxes for me. Another great review, PP. 👍

[markwilliamson]

Have had a MG ZS ev for 4 years 34000 only one problem sorted under warranty a faulty switch. Very pleased with it running costs really low have solar panels & large battery only needed to use public chargers less than 10 times in the 4 years

[davidroe]

I'm in my 70s driving 12year old reo diesel great car .like a lot of people I've haven't got deep pockets so I was looking at used hybrid then MG brings the MG 3 hybrid out which I could by new
But it has one down side no split seats no good if there's 3 going on holiday, so the zs looks to tick the boxes it is much bigger than I was thinking of
But with all the safety tec especially for us older ones , and still a great price so it's of to give them a test drive, and thanks again for a great sensible review.

[insigniatek]

I appreciate the point you are making, that if you want a new car that is just to get you from A to B this is a great option. But, if I had £22k to £25k to spend on a car I would be picking something with style and something that would make me smile. Love your reviews Ped, keep up the great work matey 😊

[Markeric]

That looks impressive. I have a traditional MGF, which is just my favourite car ever (closely followed by my old 2.0s Capri). We also have the MK1 ZS EV and an MG4 Trophy. I can't fault either of them. Fun to drive, power when you need it and so cheap to run. MG really are shaking the motoring world up in my opinion.

[graham]

I had to have a double look when the car appeared - I honestly thought it was a Ford Kuga! Its technology is right up there with the best & as you said once or twice🤭 the price will appeal to everyone! MG are now the new Skoda/Kia/Hyundai name wise & if they keep producing this standard of vehicle they will become just as accepted in the mkt! Good honest review Pete - got the feeling you liked it lol

[OldLien]

you are the only one of all the reviews that i have looked at that has told about the sports button.
I have this car for the weekend and just now as i go too take it back do i see this,
still better late then never, good job I did see this video or i would be mad that i miss it

[lisamilsom]

I've just ordered one this week as I'm sick of paying out for old bangers going wrong. Vegan leather interior which is important to me. I drove the demonstrator yesterday, so simple and smooth. Pretty excited for mine to turn up!

[Grant.G.Simpson]

if i had to drive from lands end to john o groats, i would, hands down...100% pick a 'chinese' MG over ANY old British MG, and lets face it folks, the more cars that arrive at this kind of price....the more the big brands are gonna have to recalculate their pricing

[ΘεόδωροςΚολοκοτρώνης-βσ]

Totally agreed with your thougts and driving experience you had. I have driven recently an MG3 Hybrid+ and it was so nice, powerfull, and silent during city drive that I could not imagine a such affordable priced medium car could even exist. (Cheap is way out of the discussion here). Thanks for the excellent video outcome!

[johnsa]

You only have to look at the number of these on the roads to see there is a big demand from those who can't or won't spend stupid money on an every day family car. Manufacturers like MG and Dacia deserve to do really well. Really good, fair test Ped. Looking forward to your test of a Cyberster as I'm thinking about getting one of them once they're a year or so old and have depreciated a bit.