Electricity cost multiplied by the car's WLTP efficiency rating.
Based on cents per kWh:
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{dollar}
$/100 km
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Wh/km (WLTP)
Efficiency listed on your EV's dashboard shows energy consumed from the battery.
But running cost must use the WLTP electric energy consumption rating that includes power consumed during charging. Charging losses are typically between 7-12%.
Dashboard Economy
Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.
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Wh/km
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kWh/100 km
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km/kWh
Vehicle consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).
This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.
The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.
An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.
This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.
Fast Charge ⚡
The maximum speed the EV can charge at a public DC fast charger.
Speed is also limited by the capacity of the public charger. In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.
Temperature (20°+ is ideal) and battery state-of-charge affect speed (an empty battery charges faster).
The second-generation ZS EV adds over 50 km range with its new LiFePO battery. The popular small SUV is a New Zealand favourite due to its aggressive pricing.
With two trim levels, Excite and Essence, the new generation also claims a towing capacity of 500 kg.
MG ZS EV (1st gen)
USED
2019-2021
Range
263kms
Battery
42.5kWh
Price
$40k+
Body Type
Seats
Length
Width
Height
Boot Space
Frunk
SUV
5
4314 mm
1809 mm
1644 mm
359 L / 1187 L
-
0-100 km/h
Top speed
Power
Drive
Battery
Tow
8.2 s
140 km/h
105 kW
FWD
44.5 / 42.5
-
Highway range
Running cost
Home charge
Fast charge (DC)
Dashboard economy
203 km
$2.60/100 km
6.6 kW
75 kW
No data
The original MG ZS EV was first available in NZ in 2020. It could no longer be purchased new from March 2022, being replaced by the next generation.
MG ZS EV LR
Expected Q1 2023
Range
440kms
Battery
68.3kWh
Price Estimate
~$70k
Body Type
Seats
Length
Width
Height
Boot Space
Frunk
SUV
5
4323 mm
1809 mm
1649 mm
359 L / 1187 L
-
0-100 km/h
Top speed
Power
Drive
Battery
Tow
8.6 s
175 km/h
115 kW
FWD
72.6 / 68.3
500 kg / 500 kg
Highway range
Running cost
Home charge
Fast charge (DC)
Dashboard economy
339 km
$2.67/100 km
7.4 kW
94 kW
155 Wh/km
In March 2022, MG NZ said they won't be selling this in NZ. However, look for potential used imports from the UK.
* Rebate applied. Original price is $49,990
How many ZS EV's sold in NZ?
Data shown for all MG ZS EV variations combined including both NZ New and Used import registrations. Breakdown by year or month.
