Introduced in 2019, the MG ZS is definitely one of the most successful models made by a Chinese car brand in the Philippines. For those who don’t know, MG or Morris Garages is a British marque which is now owned by SAIC Motor Corporation, Ltd., a Chinese state owned company.
Recently, MG has released a special edition variant of the MG ZS. It’s called the MG ZS Essence Anfield. Only 200 will be made, and all of them will be sold on the U.K. market where the Chinese made crossover is also doing quite well.
"We all live in a red and white Kop" - Liverpool Chant
The MG ZS Essence Anfield: A ZS for Liverpool fans
If you’re a football nut or an actual “Kopite” (a Liverpool F.C. fan), then you’ll definitely know that the MG Essence Anfield is named after the aforementioned football team’s home court.
Now MG Motor is currently a partner of the Liverpool Football Club, so in celebration of the aforementioned football club’s victory at the Premier League a couple of days ago, MG decided to introduce its very special edition ZS.
This special edition ZS's body color can only come in white or black
For £ 14,182 (or Php 874,305), the special edition ZS Essence Anfield edition gets a very unique black and red fabric interior, red stitching all around the cabin, as well as red leatherette seat bolsters. For the exterior, the bumpers get red highlights, as well as a red border on a gloss black grille.
The MG ZS Essence Anfield is based on the top-of-the-line variant of the MG ZS, which is called the “Essence” in the U.K. market. It uses a turbocharged 1.0-liter inline-3 capable of making 109 horsepower and 150 Nm of torque, and it is paired with a six-speed automatic which sends power to the front wheels.
"We went to Madrid And won it six times!" - Another Liverpool Fan chant
Apart from the visual improvements inside and out, the ZS Essence Anfield’s interior still uses the same equipment like the same touchscreen with Apple Carplay, hill-start assist, tire pressure monitoring, and the six-piece speaker system.
Would you want a Liverpool themed MG ZS? For that matter; would you like the idea of a special edition variant of an MG vehicle for the Philippine market?
The layout of its interior is pretty much identical with the regular MG ZS
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Know more about MG ZS 2024
The MG ZS 2024 is a 5-seater subcompact crossover that is available in the Philippines in three variants. MG ZS 2024 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 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 2024 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.
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 2024 Price List
Let's check out the MG ZS 2024 price in September 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 2024?
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 2024 MG ZS cost?
In the Philippines, the price of MG ZS 2024 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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