PROS Striking styling means it stands out Ample interior room and luggage space
CONS Disappointing battery range If you want a sporty car, look elsewhere Doesn't feel as nippy as its rivals
PROS Mainly cushy ride Good quality interior Hushed at motorway speeds
CONS Relatively slow acceleration Not as roomy as some rivals Competent handling but not particularly fun to drive
Pros Distinctive looks 100kW charging is standard Same space inside as regular C4
Cons Modest real-world range Not that affordable Lots of body roll in the bends
The MG ZS lobbed locally late last year to stake a claim on the highly competitive small SUV segment. But has the second SUV from the now Chinese-owned brand done enough to shift public perception?
Pros Excellent road manners Spritely three-pot turbo engine Industry-leading seven-year warranty Loaded with standard features Sharp pricing
Cons Four-star ANCAP rating a blot No digital speedo Noisy air-con compressor
The MG ZS has its strengths, including its relatively classy interior, decent handling and roomy rear seats. However, a Duster Dacia is cheaper to buy, more comfortable and has a bigger boot.
Pros Rear seat space Cheaper than most rivals Seven-year warranty
Cons Poor safety rating Uneconomical engines So-so performance
