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Kia e-Niro vs MG ZS EV (2019-2021)
Selected trimExclusive 44.5kWh · 2019-21Change trim163 mi · 44.5 kWh · Not available
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. The MG ZS EV was replaced by the MG S5 EV in 2025. Compare the Kia Niro EV with the MG S5 EV
In this comparison, Kia e-Niro leads on running costs and city driving, while the MG ZS EV leads on family practicality.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia e-Niro if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the MG ZS EV (2019-2021) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia e-Niro wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
FamilyMG
Kia
3.7
MG
6.1
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
5.1
MG
3
City DrivingKia
Kia
7.1
MG
6.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG ZS EVExclusive 44.5kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range | 180 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Boot space | 451 L (better) | 448 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 40 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Kia e-Niro
MG ZS EV
Length
Kia e-Niro4,375mm
MG ZS EV4,314mm-61mm
Width
Kia e-Niro1,805mm-4mm
MG ZS EV1,809mm
Height
Kia e-Niro1,570mm-50mm
MG ZS EV1,620mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG ZS EVExclusive 44.5kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,375 mm | 4,314 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm (better) | 1,809 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,068 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare (better) | 591 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG ZS EVExclusive 44.5kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 451 L (better) | 448 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1166 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia e-Niro
- Uses 153 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,375 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
MG ZS EV
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia e-Niro 2 |  MG ZS EV Exclusive 44.5kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.31m-61mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.81m+4mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.07m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.62m+50mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.58m-115mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155mm | 161mm+6mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 451L (better) | 448L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1166L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,667kg | 1,532kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh | 44.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 180 mi (better) | 163 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2019–2022 | 2019–2021 |
* MG ZS EV: MG does not publish a peak rapid-charge rate for this version; its handbook gives 40-60 minutes to 80% on an average rapid charger.
* MG ZS EV: Not approved for towing: MG says the 2022 refreshed ZS EV was its first electric car able to tow.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG ZS EVExclusive 44.5kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 180 miles (better) | 163 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 126 miles | 136 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 40 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 39.2 kWh | 44.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG ZS EVExclusive 44.5kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | Not available |
| Power | 100 kW | 105 kW (better) |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 353 Nm |
| Drivetrain | fwd | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Kia e-Niro
2
MG ZS EV
Exclusive 44.5kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG ZS EVExclusive 44.5kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,495 | £8,800 |
| Average used price | £15,045 | £9,770 |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Up 1.1% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG ZS EV Exclusive 44.5kWh
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist70%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | MG ZS EVExclusive 44.5kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 128,748 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Kia e-Niro
2
Owners love
- Very efficient, with owners commonly seeing 4 miles per kWh or more and 250 miles or so from a charge in mild weather
- Little or no battery degradation reported, even on high-mileage and taxi cars
- Comfortable, quiet and easy to live with, with a high seating position and wide-opening doors
Watch out for
- A minority of cars develop a whining or rattling motor and reduction-gear bearing noise, usually fixed under warranty but sometimes with long waits for parts
- The boot is smaller than the crossover shape suggests
- Range drops by around 30% in winter and noticeably at motorway speeds
Owner tips
- Listen for whining, rattling or ticking from the drivetrain on the test drive
- Check the service history is complete (every 12 months or 10,000 miles) to keep the warranty valid
MG ZS EV
Exclusive 44.5kWh
Owners love
- Cheap to buy used for a practical electric SUV
- Very low running costs when charged at home on a cheap overnight tariff
- Quiet and smooth driving experience with good acceleration and instant torque.
Watch out for
- Constant warning sounds and notifications (bongs) that owners find intrusive and difficult to fully disable.
- Severely limited motorway range at constant 70 mph, realistically 80-130 miles between charges.
- Winter range significantly reduced to 120-135 miles compared to 160-170 in summer.
Owner tips
- Charge at home on an off-peak tariff to keep running costs low
- Ask whether all battery-management software updates and MG service bulletins have been done; early cars needed several, at a dealer
Buying options
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Kia e-Niro
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
MG ZS EV
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia e-Niro
No active listings.
MG ZS EV
- £9,4952020Drive GreenView
- £8,7952021Drive GreenView
- £8,8952021Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
What are the Kia e-Niro and MG ZS EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro and 136 miles for the MG ZS EV - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia e-Niro or the MG ZS EV?
The two are within 4 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro and about 591 mm of total clearance for the MG ZS EV. The Kia e-Niro also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia e-Niro or the MG ZS EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Kia e-Niro and 84% for the MG ZS EV. That gives the Kia e-Niro a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 7-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .