MG4 & MG ZS EVs Launched in Malaysia – From Only RM104k
Andrew Cheng
As promised, MG just launched its two EVs here in Malaysia, the MG4 and MG ZS. The carmaker, which is now handled by SAIC Motor Malaysia itself on our shores, is pricing its electric hatchback and SUV very closely to their estimated pricings.
Let’s start with the more sporty-looking EV of the two, the MG4 hatchback. As many as four different variants are available in Malaysia, with three of them (Standard, Lux, Lux Extended Range) featuring a single motor on the rear with different outputs and range, while the range-topping XPOWER model has an AWD dual motor setup.
Naturally, the MG4 XPOWER is the most powerful model, packing 435PS and 600Nm of torque for a 0-100kmph time of only 3.8 seconds with up to 385km of range (WLTP). A tier down is the Lux Extended Range (245PS/350Nm, 520km WLTP range), followed by the Lux (203PS/250Nm, 435km WLTP range) and Standard (170PS/250Nm, 350km WLTP range).
Regardless of which trim level you get, all variants of the MG4 are capable of 150kW DC charging or 7kW AC charging. As for pricing, the MG4 starts at RM103,999 for the Standard model, RM128,999 for the Lux, and RM148,999 for the Lux Extended Range. As for the highest-end MG4 XPOWER, it’s estimated to go for RM158,999.
And then we have the MG ZS. Only one variant of the electric SUV is set to be offered in Malaysia, which is priced at RM125,999; that’s quite a bit lower than the RM129,000 estimated pricing. For that kind of money, it feature a front motor that outputs 176PS and 280Nm of torque, allowing it to go from 0-100kmph in 8 seconds.
Aside from that, it also has a 51.1kWh battery that can return up to 320km of range on the stringent WLTP cycle. The EV supports 50kW DC charging too, which can charge up the SUV from 10% to 80% in 54 minutes. As for AC charging, it can draw 7kW of power, taking up eight hours for a full charge.
The MG4 and MG ZS are now available for booking in Malaysia through MG’s official website. It’s worth noting that the two EVs come with a seven-year/150,000km warranty and an eight-year/180,000km battery warranty. There’s also one-to-one battery replacement if the battery health drops below 70% during the warranty period; that’s a solid offer.