Vibe 1.5
$22,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L petrol
- Fuel use
- 6.7 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
MG
2026 MG ZS
Small SUV
On sale nowPetrol
From $22,990 drive-away
The second-generation MG ZS arrived in late 2024 on a new platform with a 5-star ANCAP rating and a credible full-hybrid option.
From$22,990drive-away
Engine1.5L petrol
Power125 to 158 kW
Fuel use4.7 to 6.9 L/100 km
Seats5
Boot443 L
Warranty7 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the ZS yet. On paper, hybrid+ adds about $5,000 over the equivalent turbo petrol. Excite Hybrid+ at $30,990 drive-away is the value sweet spot.
Why consider it
- $25,990 drive-away entry, 5-star ANCAP from the 2025 protocol, and the Hybrid+ claiming 4.7 L/100 km from $30,990.
What to know
- 500 kg braked tow rules out trailers, and the 1.5L NA petrol entry is uninspiring next to the hybrid.
Who it suits
First-car buyers and small families chasing the cheapest small SUV in Australia, plus the option of a genuine full hybrid from $30,990 drive-away.
City drivers
Compact footprint, 443 L boot
Small families
5 seats, 5-star ANCAP
Budget-conscious buyers
From $22,990 drive-away
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.5L petrol
Powertrain
125 to 158 kW, 275 to 465 Nm
4.7 to 6.9 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
7 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
6 grades for Australia, drive-away.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vibe 1.5 | $22,990 drive-away | 1.5L petrol | 6.7 L/100 km | FWD | ||
| Vibe Turbo | $25,990 drive-away | 1.5L turbo petrol | 125 kW | 6.9 L/100 km | FWD | |
| Excite Turbo | $25,990 drive-away | 1.5L turbo petrol | 125 kW | 6.9 L/100 km | FWD | |
| Essence Turbo | $28,990 drive-away | 1.5L turbo petrol | 125 kW | 6.9 L/100 km | FWD | |
| Excite Hybrid+ | $30,990 drive-away | 1.5L Hybrid+ | 158 kW | 4.7 L/100 km | FWD | |
| Essence Hybrid+ | $34,490 drive-away | 1.5L Hybrid+ | 158 kW | 4.7 L/100 km | FWD | Hybrid flagship. Leather, 360-degree camera. |
Vibe Turbo
$25,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo petrol
- Power
- 125 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.9 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
Excite Turbo
$25,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo petrol
- Power
- 125 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.9 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
Essence Turbo
$28,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo petrol
- Power
- 125 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.9 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
Excite Hybrid+
$30,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L Hybrid+
- Power
- 158 kW
- Fuel use
- 4.7 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
Essence Hybrid+
$34,490 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L Hybrid+
- Power
- 158 kW
- Fuel use
- 4.7 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
Hybrid flagship. Leather, 360-degree camera.
Practicality and safety
5 seats
Seating
443 L
Boot space
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2025
FWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you need to tow (Seltos and Kona pull more than 500 kg), or you want proven Australian resale data.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the MG ZS in Australia?
Pricing opens at $22,990 drive-away for the Vibe 1.5 and tops out at $34,490 drive-away for the Essence Hybrid+, across 6 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
Does the MG ZS come as a hybrid?
Yes. The Hybrid+ makes 130 kW combined and claims 4.7 L/100 km. It opens at $30,990 drive-away.
How much can the MG ZS tow?
500 kg braked. The ZS is not a tow vehicle.
What is the MG ZS warranty?
7 years unlimited km on the vehicle, with the Hybrid+ battery covered for the same period.
The MG ZS in full
The second-generation MG ZS arrived in late 2024 on a new platform with a 5-star ANCAP rating and a credible full-hybrid option. Three petrol grades plus the Hybrid+ Essence flagship, all with the 7-year MG warranty.
From$22,990drive-away
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