MG PH posts 85 percent sales growth in 2021

Updated Jan 31, 2022 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

The best sales feat MG Philippines achieved in years.

The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (TCCCI), MG’s official distributor in the country, sold 6,343 units in 2021, translating to an 85 percent sales growth. This feat is marked as MG Philippines’ best sales performance in its three years of competing in the local market.

MG ZST front view

The MG ZS T

Two of the top contributors of MG Philippines are the MG 5 and MG ZS. The MG 5 managed to sell 2,013 units in the market of small and economical cars. Meanwhile, the MG ZS delivered 4,158 units last year, making it the British-bred automaker’s best-selling model in 2021.

“We approached 2021 confident with MG, with its strong British heritage and superior product portfolio, would resonate with an even wider Filipino audience considering the increasing mobility requirements brought about by the current circumstances,” said TCCCI President and CEO Atty. Alberto B. Arcilla.

MG 5 front view

Coming in second in the sales ranking is the MG 5

Perhaps one of the reasons why the MG ZS continues to stay at the top is the company's initiative to improve its subcompact crossover entry. Last October 2021, MG Philippines brought in the ZST Trophy, featuring a sharper-looking exterior design and a new 1.3-liter turbocharged gasoline engine.

As a result, the MG ZS registered a 117 percent sales increase as compared to its year-to-date (YTD) sales figures in 2020. Other models that are offered in the local lineup include the sporty MG 6 compact sedan and RX5 compact crossover which is the company’s largest offering as of this writing.

MG Philippines with Miss Universe Bea Gomez

MG Philippines worked with various organizations in 2021 including Miss Universe

Aside from the distribution of its vehicles, MG Philippines has been busy making its presence known in the country. Some of the efforts include supporting Original Pilipino Music (OPM) and dealer expansion. With a strong finish in 2021, the company expressed its excitement in unfolding its plans for this year.

“This 2022, MG Philippines is excited to share that we will have two dynamic product launches in the first semester of 2022 that will expectedly delight the local motoring public. These all-new models will participate in competitive vehicle segments and are expected to exponentially increase the brand appreciation and sales of MG,” added Atty. Arcilla.

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Know more about MG ZS 2024

MG ZS

The MG ZS 2025 is a 5-seater subcompact crossover that is available in the Philippines in three variants. MG ZS 2025 Philippines price is from Php 848,888 to Php 1,048,888. Under the hood is a 1.5-liter naturally-aspirated inline-4 gasoline engine capable of making 112 horsepower and 150 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the flagship ZS-T gets a 1.3-liter inline-3 turbocharged gasoline engine good for 109 horsepower and 160 Nm of torque. Included in the gearbox options are 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic, and 6-speed automatic transmissions.

In terms of size, the ZS spans 4,314 mm in length, 1,809 mm in width, and 1,648 mm in height, with a wheelbase rated at 2,585 mm. In the local market, this British-bred subcompact crossover competes against the likes of the Ford EcoSport, Mazda CX-3, and Geely Coolray.

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MG ZS Launch

Morris Garage, or simply MG, introduced the MG ZS in October 2018. It was also the car company’s local relaunch under a new distributor, The Covenant Car Company Incorporated (TCCI). Later in 2021, MG brought in the MG ZS-T as the model's new top-spec trim.

Most might think that MG is a new player in the car industry but they have been releasing innovative models since 1924. The company, once known as the MG Car Company Limited, is presently owned by Nanjing Automobile Group since 2005. The said company supplies quality vehicles in China, Thailand, the United Kingdom, Chile, and Australia.

MG ZS Exterior

On the outside, MG ZS bears a sharp and sporty look and it assumes a 5-door subcompact crossover. The new top-spec ZS-T variant also gets new touches like its L-shaped LED daytime running lamps, a sleeker pair of LED headlamps, as well as a new set of  17-inch wheels.

When it comes to size, the new ZS-T is 4,323mm long, 1,809mm wide, and 1,653mm in height. Its wheelbase is 2,580mm in length, and it has a ground clearance of 161mm.

MG ZS exterior

MG ZS rear end

MG ZS Interior

For the top-spec ZS-T and the ZS Alpha, their most notable interior feature is the presence of a sunroof. This makes the ZS 2025 one of the most affordable models that comes with the said feature.

Other than that, this MG model comes with a predominantly dark interior. The seats are clad in leather, combined with red contrast stitching.

MG ZS dashboard

MG ZS seating

Technology & Safety Features

The MG ZS Philippines is a front-wheel-drive, five-door, five-seater subcompact crossover. For suspensions, it uses a MacPherson strut for the front and a torsion beam for the rear.

Platform & Chassis

This front-engine, front-wheel-drive vehicle is built using a hard safety cage made from tested steel. The front suspension is a Macpherson strut while a torsion beam is fixed on the rear.

MG ZS Engine & Drivetrain

Under the hood of the updated MG ZS-T for the Philippines market is a 1.3-liter turbocharged inline-3 gasoline engine. At most, this new mill can produce up to 161 horsepower and 230 Nm of torque.

Other trims meanwhile are powered with a 1.5-liter naturally-aspirated inline-4 gasoline engine that can make up to 112 horsepower and 150 Nm of torque.

Depending on the variant, the ZS can either come with a four-speed automatic, five-speed manual, or a six-speed automatic transmission.

Available colors for the MG ZS are Moon White, Meteorite Black, Extreme Speed Red, Electro-Optic Orange, and Laser Blue. Meanwhile, the MG ZS-T is available in York White, Knife Silver, Obsidian Black, St. Moritz Blue, and Flame Red.

The model now competes more closely with one of the country's best-selling subcompact crossovers, the Geely Coolray.

MG ZS 2025 Price List

Let's check out the MG ZS 2025 price in the Philippines.

 Variants  Price
MG ZS 1.5 Style MT ₱848,888
MG ZS 1.5 Style AT ₱898,888
MG ZS 1.5 Alpha AT ₱1,048,888

MG ZS Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Available in a wide array of variants
  • Sleek crossover look
  • Panoramic stargazer sunroof

Cons

  • Lower-end variants produce relatively low power outputs
  • Long-term reliability is yet to be proven and tested
  • MG ZS EV isn't available locally

MG ZS FAQs

1. Does MG ZS style have a sunroof?

Yes, the MG ZS has a sunroof.

2. What is the length of MG ZS 2025?

The length of ZS is 4,323 mm.

3. What type of car is the MG ZS?

The MG ZS is a subcompact crossover.

4. Is the MG ZS automatic?

Yes, the MG ZS comes in either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission.

5. How much does a 2025 MG ZS cost?

In the Philippines, the price of MG ZS 2025 ranges from 848,888 Php for entry-level to 1,048,888 Php for the top-of-the-line level.

₱ 848,888 - ₱ 1,198,888

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