NewzSports car brands that make SUVs have it tough with the car-buying public. The fact that MG, one of the most-storied British auto makers and a cornerstone of the quintessential English roadster, has given in to the SUV-pocalypse must have the faithful spitting their afternoon tea across their crumpet-laden tables. Still, history has proven them more wrong than right, as these companies with sporting intention are able to infuse the mundane family hauler with their original ethos.
EXTERIOR SUVs tend to stay on the conservative side of things, whereas the ZS has adopted a previous trend held by the premium brands: Russian Dolling, the act of simply scaling corporate design up or down a specific model. Yes, there is the usual Grilleus Maximus styling across the MG family present on the ZS; however, it has only been possible with the updates made to its larger sibling, the HS, to tell them apart. Otherwise, the ZS is inoffensive, clean, and modern-looking with a bit of sporting purpose due to the standard 18-inch wheels on the luxury trim.
Adding to its visual appeal is its availability in a wider colour palette than many of the sub-compact SUV class rivals. Push past the black, white, silver, and grey to the Brighton Blue Metallic on Auto’s review unit, or the Emerald Green Metallic that instantly brings forth similar tones to the iconic British Racing Green. The 2026 MG ZS Luxury offers a smooth and responsive ride that is perfect for family getaways or daily commutes.(Photo: Rory Daley) INTERIOR The ZS is feature-rich given its class and price point.
Keyless entry gets one into a cabin similar to the exterior. It’s a clear, modern design, highlighted by soft-touch materials across the main contact surfaces. Drop into the 6-way powered driver’s seat for an ergonomic experience.
Button clutter is a thing of the past, as there are hard buttons for the most accessible functions, and the other controls are tucked away in the 12.1-inch infotainment touchscreen. Some functions can even be assigned to steering wheel-mounted buttons. These few physical controls available operate with assuredness.
The 1.5L four cylinder turbocharged engine is smooth, powerful, and yet frugal. (Photo: Rory Daley) Luxury trim buyers will enjoy a bit more digital instrumentation via their 7-inch gauge cluster. The system works smoothly, has a logical la…
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