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MG ZS Pro

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2025 Generation Current South African ZS Pro compact SUV with a 1.5-litre turbo engine, CVT and two-grade matrix. Current version 2025 Body style Five-door compact SUV
ZS Pro is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 431,500
On-road in
ZAR 446,696
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 431,500
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,400
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,700
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,150
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,200
Insurance
ZAR 4,747
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 431,500
Finance estimate from ZAR 7,038/month Based on 1.5T CVT Comfort Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1496cc (1.5L) Torque:275Nm (203 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:161mm (6.3″) Power:125kW (168 bhp) Boot443L (15.6 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)
City 10.6 km/l (25 mpg)
Highway 18.2 km/l (43 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the MG ZS Pro in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 7,038
Total Interest
ZAR 102,258
Total Payable
ZAR 422,258
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.5T CVT Comfort. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

MG ZS Pro

ZS Pro is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The MG ZS Pro is the newer and more powerful of the two ZS-badged SUVs sold locally. MG gives the Pro a larger body, longer wheelbase, turbocharged engine, CVT and expanded technology offer. Seats-up boot capacity is 443 litres and expands to 1,457 litres with the rear bench folded. Luxury moves to 18-inch wheels and a 12.3-inch screen, and adds adaptive cruise, lane and blind-spot functions, a 360-degree camera, powered heated front seats, automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof and upgraded mirror functions. Neither should be silently renamed kerb weight, and the distinction matters for a canonical payload calculation. Luxury serves motorists who will actually use its assistance systems, camera coverage, powered seats and panoramic roof. Current South African ZS Pro compact SUV with a 1.5-litre turbo engine, CVT and two-grade matrix. Luxury adds the wider assistance, camera, seat, climate, roof and wheel package. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, digital driver display, 10.25-inch screen on Comfort or 12.3-inch on Luxury; Luxury adds powered heated seats, automatic climate control and panoramic roof. Comfort is for buyers prioritising the turbo engine, CVT, boot and connectivity. Luxury is aimed at motorists who value adaptive cruise, lane and blind-spot assistance, 360-degree visibility, six airbags, powered seats and panoramic-roof ambience. The CVT and 275 Nm engine suit repeated urban merging and congestion, while rear sensors support both trims. Hill-descent and hill-start assistance can help on gradients but do not create four-wheel-drive traction, low-range gearing or underbody protection. Luxury is not cosmetic: it adds six airbags, adaptive assistance, 360-degree visibility, larger displays, powered heated seats and panoramic roof. It carries the same engine, CVT, body, tank and connectivity as Luxury, and its 17-inch wheels may suit drivers wanting more tyre sidewall. The buyer should list the specific additions that matter, price them over the intended ownership period and check insurance. For a buyer searching the ZS Pro price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A power output of 125 kW describes the opportunity; a CVT transmission and a CVT transmission describe the conditions around it. Petrol power describes the opportunity; a South African price reference of R397,600 and engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol describe the conditions around it for ZS Pro. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for ZS Pro

MG ZS Pro — Quick Facts

MG ZS Pro Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5T CVT Comfort Base Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l CVT ZAR 397,600
1.5T CVT Luxury Top Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l CVT ZAR 431,500
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5T CVT Comfort Base Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l CVT ZAR 397,600
1.5T CVT Luxury Top Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l CVT ZAR 431,500
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MG ZS Pro Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2025
Body Style
Five-door compact SUV
Generation
Current South African ZS Pro compact SUV with a 1.5-litre turbo engine, CVT and two-grade matrix.
Model Year
2025
Production Status
active
Segment
Compact SUV
Vehicle Type
SUV
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Facelift History
Launched locally in 2025 while the value-led ZS remained current.
Length
4430 mm
Width
1818 mm
Height
1635 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
161 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
443 l
Kerb Weight
1390 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1840 kg
Payload Capacity
450 kg
Towing Capacity
500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
875 mm
Rear Headroom
865 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1496 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Gasoline Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
125 kW
Maximum Torque
275 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Normal, Eco, Sport
Launch Control
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
89.93 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
197.84 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
LSD Available
Not Available
Gearbox
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
Front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Continuously Variable Transmission
Front Differential Lock
Not Available
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.81 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
55
Auto Start Stop
Standard
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
EURO 5
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
Highway Mileage
18.2 km/l
City Mileage
10.6 km/l
Claimed Mileage
14.5 km/l
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
6
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way manual
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Powered
Seat Trim
PVC
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Heated Seats
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Seat Material
PVC
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic electric sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
AC Type
Single-zone automatic
Android Auto
Standard
Touchscreen
12.3-inch touchscreen
USB Ports
4
Infotainment System
12.3-inch touchscreen
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Infotainment Screen
12.3-inch
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital driver display
Roof Rails
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
Arctic White, Black Pearl, Monument Silver, Diamond Red, Como Blue
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Headlights
Projector LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Approach Angle
19.0 deg
Departure Angle
28.0 deg
Locking Differential
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Tyre Size
215/50R18
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Non-full-size
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Front Suspension
MacPherson
Service Plan
5 years / 60,000 km
Warranty
7 years / 200,000 km
CO2 Emissions
Not Officially Disclosed
Pricing Role
Current South African MSRP
Price Zar
431500 ZAR
Ownership Role
Passenger vehicle
Starting Price
431500
Starting Price Zar
431500
Driving fit

Where the MG ZS Pro Fits Best

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Who buys this

The local table also provides 9.4 urban and 5.5 extra-urban, reminding buyers that one combined number does not describe every route. ZS Pro makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a CVT transmission

City
Drive the ZS Pro through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A Front-wheel drive drivetrain matters when the cabin or load is full, and a front-wheel drive drivetrain can change the cost of repeated short trips. Around town, ZS Pro should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. Try the exact derivative with its normal occupants or equipment for ZS Pro. Look for easy entry, usable storage, predictable braking and a calm response at walking pace for ZS Pro. The relevance of a CVT transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a CVT transmission is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading for ZS Pro
Highway
Run ZS Pro at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a CVT transmission, a Front-wheel drive drivetrain and a front-wheel drive drivetrain is more informative than maximum speed. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the ZS Pro out with the load it normally carries. Observe the joining response, overtaking reserve, braking, crosswind behaviour, seat support and cabin noise for ZS Pro. A South African price reference of R397,600 gives context, but a number cannot show how engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol feels on a gradient for ZS Pro. Plan fuel or charging stops around actual use; the stated consumption reference is a comparison reference, not a promise for every trip for ZS Pro
Off-Road
Both use a 1,496 cc turbo four-cylinder producing 125 kW and 275 Nm, drive the front wheels through a CVT and carry a 55-litre tank. For ZS Pro, the sensible check is the exact front-wheel drive arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the ZS Pro will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for ZS Pro. Check a CVT transmission against the stated drivetrain for ZS Pro. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for ZS Pro

MG ZS Pro — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this model range. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

ZS Pro deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Use the current MG South Africa ZS Pro selector and written order because colour availability varies with grade and stock. The buying case for ZS Pro is specific. A power output of 125 kW gives it a reason to be considered, while a CVT transmission and a CVT transmission set the boundaries. ZS Pro is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Petrol power and accept the limitation represented by a power output of 125 kW. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for ZS Pro. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for ZS Pro

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R397,600
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 125 kW
  • ✓Transmission: CVT
  • ✓Gearbox: CVT
  • ✓Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for ZS Pro can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for ZS Pro depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written ZS Pro quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate ZS Pro budget.
  • ✕A short ZS Pro test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕ZS Pro capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent ZS Pro grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published ZS Pro figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm ZS Pro stock and support terms.

MG ZS Pro FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the MG ZS Pro run from R397,600 to R431,500, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 1.5T CVT Comfort, 1.5T CVT Luxury. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the MG ZS Pro is 161 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the MG ZS Pro is 1496 cc, with output shown as 125 kW (168 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the MG ZS Pro is around 14.5 km/l.

The local table also provides 9.4 urban and 5.5 extra-urban, reminding buyers that one combined number does not describe every route. ZS Pro makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a CVT transmission

Drive the ZS Pro through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A Front-wheel drive drivetrain matters when the cabin or load is full, and a front-wheel drive drivetrain can change the cost of repeated short trips.

Run ZS Pro at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a CVT transmission, a Front-wheel drive drivetrain and a front-wheel drive drivetrain is more informative than maximum speed.

Buyers researching the MG ZS Pro often compare it with rivals such as Volkswagen T-Cross , GWM Jolion Pro , KIA Seltos , Chery Tiggo 7 Pro , Changan UNI-S . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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