MG PH offers ZS crossover with cash discount worth up to P100K

Updated Feb 11, 2022 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Start your year with an MG.

As we enter the early stages of 2022, MG Philippines wants to bring its model lineup closer to Filipino car buyers. To do that, the company rolled out the “Extraordinary Start” promo, which offers cash discounts and flexible payment schemes on its vehicles including the MG ZS.

MG ZS front view

MG ZS [Note: Photo shows global model]

Under the “Extraordinary Start” promo, the MG ZS is available with a cash discount promo of Php 100,000 for the top-of-the-line 1.5L AT Alpha variant. The base 1.5L MT Style and mid 1.5L AT Style variants also come with a Php 90,000 price cut each.

The MG ZS is the British-bred automaker’s entry to the subcompact crossover segment. With the top-spec variant, customers can benefit from exclusive exterior features such as 17-inch two-tone alloy wheels and a panoramic sunroof.

Inside, the ZS 1.5L AT Alpha comes with MG-leather style seats, sporty leather steering wheel, electronic climate control, and an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay. Safety-wise, the said variant is equipped with six airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Traction Control System (TCS), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Brake Disc Wiping (BDW), among others.

MG ZS-T front view

MG ZS-T

Powering the subcompact crossover is a 1.5-liter inline-4 DOHC gasoline engine as standard, producing 112 horsepower and 150 Nm of torque. The base ZS MT Style utilizes a 5-speed manual transmission, while the rest of the variants come with a 4-speed automatic transmission with Manual Tiptronic Function.

For those who want more power out of their crossover, the new MG ZS-T, which is the model’s turbocharged version, is also included in the “Extraordinary Start” promo. It is available with a Php 35,000 cash discount that can be used to reduce the suggested retail price (SRP) at Php 1,158,888.

MG Philippines Extraordinary Start promo

Extraordinary Start

MG Philippines said that the said promo will run until March 31, 2022. Interested individuals can visit their preferred MG dealership to know more about the promo as it also offers other car models with enticing deals.

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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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Rex Sanchez

Rex Sanchez

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