The MG ZS is the best-selling electric vehicle above 4 meter in length in our market. The electric SUV has recently received a mid-life facelift. Interestingly, MG Motor India has already started working on the ZS EV facelift and the upgraded version of its ICE sibling – the MG Astor. In fact, patent images of the facelift version of the MG Astor and the ZS EV have leaked online.
The patent images reveal that the MG Astor SUV will receive a major makeover. The SUV will have a completely new front fascia, featuring a new grille and headlamp setup. It comes with an all-new bumper that accommodates large intakes on either side.
The upgraded MG ZS EV is also expected to receive similar changes; however, it will have an EV-like blanked-out front grille and newly designed alloy wheels. The side profile of the SUV looks largely identical to the existing model. The current model has MG logo at the centre of its grille. The logo is now placed on the sculpted bonnet of the upgraded model.
Interior details of the new Astor are not revealed, but it is likely to receive significant changes. The cabin is likely to take inspiration from the MG 4 EV. The vehicle could get a segment-largest touchscreen infotainment system and minimum physical buttons on the centre console.
The MG Astor is available with two petrol engine options – a 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre NA petrol. While the former is good for 138bhp and 230Nm of torque, the naturally-aspirated petrol motor is capable of producing 109bhp of power and 144Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual, a CVT and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic.
On the flip side, the new MG ZS EV comes fitted with a 50.3 kWh battery pack and an electric motor that produces 174bhp and 353Nm of torque. It is claimed to offer a certified range of 461km on a single charge. The electric SUV is claimed to achieve 0 to 100kmph acceleration in 8.5 seconds.
