The MG ZS EV offers a lot for the money in the electric car world, with good interior space, a big boot and plenty of standard equipment. The thing to remember, though, is that more expensive electric cars, such as the Nissan Leaf and Kia e-Niro, are generally better to drive and, thanks to better resale values, might not cost you that much more in the long run.
Pros Lot of room for passengers Big boot Well equipped
Cos Poor predicted resale values Limited steering wheel adjustment Not that comfortable or good to drive
The MG ZS EV could be a surprise hit thanks to its powerful motor, excellent practicality and bargain price
Pros An affordable EV Improved drive Practical
Cos Cheap interior feel Wallowy handling No companion app
PROS Low list price and good finance options Usable electric range and performance Seven-year warranty, five-star safety rating Practicality unaffected by EV conversion
CONS Less range than key rivals It’s not quite as cheap as we had hoped Low-rent interior Not exciting to drive
The 2021 Lexus UX taps design verve to hawk its cozy interior space and its middling performance.
Pros Good looks outside Inside, too Frugal UX Hybrid Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, gratis
Cons Drivetrain can drone Short on acceleration Gets pricey for its size Cramped rear seat
For 2021 Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are now standard.
Pros High fuel economy Lots of standard and optional safety tech Maneuverable around town thanks to small dimensions
Cons Infotainment interface can be difficult to use Limited rear legroom Cargo area has a high liftover height All-wheel drive is only available on the UX 250h hybrid
The 2021 Lexus UX's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the Lexus UX has a score of 7.2 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 26 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Refined ride quality and handling Great fuel economy High predicted reliability rating
Cons Distracting infotainment controls Tepid acceleration Relatively small cargo area
