Pros and Cons of the MG ZS EV Electric Car

Then, the 10.1-inch head unit in the center of the dashboard serves as the car's control center.

From AC (Air Conditioner) settings, navigation, audio, and more. However, there are also physical buttons below the monitor as shortcuts for various internal features.

There are also three buttons to select driving modes and regenerative braking options. This means consumers won't need a long time to adapt to this car.

The car's trunk space reaches 475 liters, making it easy to carry luggage.

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In terms of power source, the MG ZS EV is armed with an electric motor capable of producing 177 hp and 350 Nm of torque.

Meanwhile, the 50.3 kWh Rubik's Cube technology battery is believed to allow the vehicle to be driven for up to 403 km.

Furthermore, the embedded technology allows the battery to be recharged quickly. Charging from 30 percent to 80 percent is claimed to take only 30 minutes.

The Rubik's Cube itself is believed to have a high level of safety, durability, and a compact form.

For safety features, there is ADAS which includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Jam Assist, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Change Assist, Blind Spot Detection, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

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Not to forget the 360-degree camera feature to assist with parking in tight spaces.

The price of the MG ZS EV is Rp 453 million on the road in Jakarta. Quite attractive for an SUV packed with features.

Advantages of the MG ZS EV

One of the advantages of the MG ZS EV is its abundance of safety features. With these features, driving this electric car feels safer on the road.

Another advantage is the unique rotary knob transmission feature and the operation of the Adaptive Cruise Control on a stalk behind the steering wheel.

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This allows other feature buttons to be placed on the steering wheel.

Disadvantages of the MG ZS EV

As a compact electric car, there is certainly some discomfort for larger users. The front seats feel a bit narrow, and the seating position is less than perfect.

Then, the large glass roof does give the cabin a spacious feel. However, during a journey in scorching temperatures, it will create a new problem.

The cabin starts to feel warm even when blasted with cold air from the AC.