PH-spec next-gen MG ZS Hybrid+ details revealed ahead of July 3 launch

MANILA: MG (Morris Garages) Motor Philippines is about to launch the next-generation ZS. It is set to be introduced to the market on July 3.

In a nutshell, the latest iteration of one of MG’s most popular crossover nameplates has received a more modern exterior, a larger array of safety features, and, more importantly, a new variant featuring an electrified powertrain.

So, ahead of its official launch, here is a specs preview of the all-new MG ZS Hybrid+. 

Exterior

On the outside, the MG ZS Hybrid+ now wears a tauter and sharper exterior that is clearly more modern compared to the outgoing model. 

Complementing the crossover’s sharp new design is a lineup of exterior features, which include power-folding side mirrors with heating, a set of 18-inch alloy wheels, a roof-mounted rear spoiler, LED lighting fixtures, a rear windshield defogger, and a glass-printed antenna. 

Size-wise, the model measures 4,430 millimeters (mm) in length, 1,818 mm in width, and 1,635 mm in height. Its wheelbase spans 2,610 mm, and it has a ground clearance of 140 mm. 

Interior

Inside the all-new MG ZS Hybrid+ is a well-equipped cabin with space for up to five occupants. On the higher-spec versions, everyone is kept cool by an automatic single-zone climate control system. Its seats, meanwhile, are clad in leather upholstery, while its dashboard and interior door cards are flush with soft-touch materials. 

For the driver, the MG ZS Hybrid+ provides a six-way power-adjustable seat with lumbar support. The model was also equipped with a seven-inch digital gauge cluster, a push-to-start button, a keyless entry system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an electronic parking brake, a drive mode selector, and a tilt-and-telescopic steering column. 

The dashboard of the all-new model, meanwhile, is dominated by a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Topping up devices in the crossover is done easily thanks to its four USB ports and 12-volt accessory outlet. 

Other noteworthy interior equipment of the MG ZS Hybrid+ includes, but is not limited to, the following: 

• Rear air-conditioning vents
• Front and rear elbowrests
• Coat hanger
• Trunk lamp
• Six-piece speaker set

Safety

For safety, the latest iteration of the MG ZS comes with a wide array of standard safety gear. Specifically, it has anti-lock braking, hill-start assist, hill-descent and hold control, anti-rollover protection, electronic stability control, traction control, vehicle dynamics control, tire pressure monitoring, ISOFIX, six airbags, and a 360-degree view camera - among others. 

The aforementioned are further reinforced by a suite of advanced driver-assist systems, which include: 

• Adaptive cruise control
• Automatic high beams
• Active emergency braking
• Pedestrian and bicycle detection
• Traffic jam assist
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Lane change assist
• Rear-cross traffic alert
• Lane departure warning
• Emergency lane keep assist
• Forward collision warning
• Intelligent speed assist

Powertrain

The all-new MG ZS Hybrid+ sits as the top-spec variant. As its name suggests, it utilizes a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine paired with an electric motor, a lithium-nickel-manganese (NCM) battery, and a 3-speed hybrid transmission. At maximum, the aforementioned variant can deliver up to 194 horsepower (hp) and 250 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. 

For the mid-spec Sport variant, it utilizes a turbocharged 1.5-liter mill capable of producing up to 167 hp and 275 Nm of torque. Its engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) with seven simulated gears. 

The entry-level Luxury and Comfort, meanwhile, are propelled by a naturally-aspirated 1.5-liter inline-4 with a maximum output of 108 hp and 141 Nm of torque. Its engine is also paired with a CVT, but it has eight simulated gears. 

All trims are front-wheel-drive models featuring a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. Braking, meanwhile, is handled by front and rear discs for all four versions. 

Here is a table detailing the basic specifications of the top-spec MG ZS Hybrid+:

Engine	1.5-liter inline-4
Drivetrain	Front-wheel-drive
Transmission	3-speed hybrid transmission
Hybrid system	Electric motor, NCM battery
Horsepower	194
Torque	250 Nm
Front suspension	MacPherson strut
Rear suspension	Torsion beam
Brakes	Front and rear discs

Price

As mentioned above, the MG ZS Hybrid+ will be launched on July 3, 2025. By then, MG Philippines will have announced the pricing details for the said model. 

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