MG ZS EV vs Mazda CX-5
What's the difference?

MG ZS EV

$19,990 - $33,990

2023 price

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Mazda CX-5

$37,240 - $56,150

2026 price

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Summary

2023 MG ZS EV

2026 Mazda CX-5

By Laura Berry

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Inline 4, 2.5L

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Unleaded Petrol

Electric range

505 km

7.4L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

17.7 kWh/100km

Battery capacity

72.60 kWh

Seating

Likes

440km range on a full charge
Spacious with good storage
Easy to drive

Comfortable, dynamic drive
Practical family interior
Strong safety package

Dislikes

Pricey compared to rivals
No reach adjustment for steering wheel
High driver's seat

No hybrid option
Engine can feel sluggish
No rear charging ports

2023 MG ZS EV Summary

If, like just about everybody, you’re a bit concerned that an electric car might not be able to travel as far as you need to go, then the new MG ZS EV Long Range could be the small, fully-electric SUV for you.

We’ve tested the ZS EV Long Range here and can tell you how far you’ll get on a full charge and how much extra you’ll have to pay in price over the standard range version, along with what it’s like to drive, its features, practicality, ownership costs and of course its safety systems.

Be sure to watch the video above, where I’ll take you for a ride and show you my Big Foot tattoo. Yes, seriously.

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2026 Mazda CX-5 Summary

The new-generation Mazda CX-5 is here, promising to be bigger, better and bolder, with fresh styling, sharper handling and more technology. But in a market where hybrid power is becoming increasingly hard to ignore, has Mazda left the CX-5 at a disadvantage? I’ve spent a week with the Evolve grade to find out for you.

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Verdict

The MG ZS EV Long Range is a practical small SUV that's easy to drive and the 440km it can travel on a full charge makes it the better choice over the standard range ZS EV. The extra 120km offered by the Long Range version reduces anxiety and is truly useful in covering more ground between charging.

The asking price may seem expensive but electric vehicle batteries are extremely costly to produce and will remain so for years to come.

Remember, too, that the MG4 electric car has an even great range for the same money - the only catch is, it's a hatch and not an SUV.

Verdict

The Mazda CX-5 Evolve kicks some goals and with its comfortable on-road handling, robust safety equipment and practical interior, it’s still a solid choice for families looking for a mid-sized SUV. The only thing it’s missing is a hybrid powertrain, which would make this already well-rounded package even more compelling.

MG ZS EV vs Mazda CX-5 What's the difference?

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MG ZS EV vs Mazda CX-5
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