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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
The newer ZS Pro uses a 125 kW turbo-CVT package in Comfort and technology-rich Luxury grades.
ZAR 431,500
On-road in
ZAR 447,678
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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Monthly EMI
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.

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Mg ZS Pro

The newer ZS Pro uses a 125 kW turbo-CVT package in Comfort and technology-rich Luxury grades.

The MG ZS Pro is the newer and more powerful of the two ZS-badged SUVs sold locally. It is not an equipment pack for the value-led ZS. MG gives the Pro a larger body, longer wheelbase, turbocharged engine, CVT and expanded technology offer. The derivatives are 1.5T CVT Comfort and 1.5T CVT Luxury. 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. MG publishes 0–100 km/h in 8.5 seconds and combined consumption of 6.9 litres per 100 km. The local table also provides 9.4 urban and 5.5 extra-urban, reminding buyers that one combined number does not describe every route. The body measures 4,430 mm long, 1,818 mm wide and 1,635 mm high, with a 2,610 mm wheelbase. Seats-up boot capacity is 443 litres and expands to 1,457 litres with the rear bench folded. Comfort and Luxury share those foundations but differ materially in equipment. Comfort has 17-inch alloys, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, conventional cruise control, rear sensors and a reversing camera. 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. Luxury also receives curtain airbags, giving it six airbags, while Comfort has front and side airbags for four. MG Pilot should therefore never be treated as an identical package across both. MG highlights 81% high-strength steel, a triple load-path design and shared stability, traction and hill-support systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are listed across the matrix, along with LED lighting and a digital driver display. A 500 kg maximum braked towing figure is published, although this remains a compact crossover rather than a towing specialist. The launch material supports the model with a seven-year/200,000 km warranty and five-year/60,000 km service plan. Mass terminology requires care: MG separately publishes 1,361 kg tare and 1,390 kg unladen mass. Neither should be silently renamed kerb weight, and the distinction matters for a canonical payload calculation. That technical caution does not obscure the buying proposition. ZS Pro is strongest for shoppers who want a compact family SUV with brisker response and richer technology than standard ZS. Comfort captures the mechanical benefit and core connectivity. Luxury serves motorists who will actually use its assistance systems, camera coverage, powered seats and panoramic roof.

Mg ZS Pro — Quick Facts

Mg ZS Pro Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
1.5T CVT Comfort Base Petrol CVT ZAR 397,600
1.5T CVT Luxury Top Petrol CVT ZAR 431,500
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
1.5T CVT Comfort Base Petrol CVT ZAR 397,600
1.5T CVT Luxury Top Petrol CVT ZAR 431,500
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Mg ZS Pro Specifications

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
Driving fit

Where the Mg ZS Pro Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The ZS Pro targets small families, couples and commuters wanting a compact SUV with stronger overtaking performance and more digital equipment than the entry ZS. 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. Neither is intended for seven-seat duty or heavy trailers.

City
The CVT and 275 Nm engine suit repeated urban merging and congestion, while rear sensors support both trims. Comfort’s camera is adequate for familiar daily parking; Luxury’s 360-degree view adds value in narrow garages. The 443-litre boot handles family errands. Official urban consumption is higher than the combined figure, so city-focused owners should budget from their own traffic instead of assuming 6.9 litres per 100 km. Wheel choice also matters: Comfort’s 17-inch package and Luxury’s 18-inch set change tyre cost and sidewall.
Highway
On faster routes, 125 kW and 275 Nm provide more reserve than the naturally aspirated ZS, and the published 8.5-second sprint supports that positioning. Luxury’s adaptive cruise and lane systems may matter to frequent long-distance users, while Comfort retains ordinary cruise. The 55-litre tank and 443-litre boot suit regional trips. Fuel use still depends on load, gradient and speed. The extra-urban laboratory result is a comparison point, not a guarantee for every South African motorway.
Off-Road
The ZS Pro remains a front-wheel-drive compact SUV with road suspension. Hill-descent and hill-start assistance can help on gradients but do not create four-wheel-drive traction, low-range gearing or underbody protection. Maintained gravel and rough urban surfaces fall within normal crossover use when approached carefully. Deep sand, rocky tracks and repeated heavy towing do not. Buyers with genuine remote-road requirements should choose hardware appropriate to that job rather than relying on the Pro’s assertive styling.

Mg ZS Pro — Should You Buy It?

Comfort secures the turbo fundamentals; Luxury earns its premium through materially broader equipment.

The ZS Pro is coherent because both derivatives share a credible 125 kW, 275 Nm turbo-CVT package and 443-litre boot. Comfort gives buyers the mechanical upgrade over ZS without forcing every luxury item. Luxury is not cosmetic: it adds six airbags, adaptive assistance, 360-degree visibility, larger displays, powered heated seats and panoramic roof. Buyers should decide whether those features serve their routine, while keeping the official urban consumption and the tare-versus-unladen mass caveat in view. Its appeal ultimately rests on choosing the equipment grade that matches real daily use.

What's Good
  • ✓125 kW and 275 Nm
  • ✓CVT on both grades
  • ✓443-litre boot
  • ✓Official 8.5-second sprint
  • ✓Smartphone integration
  • ✓Seven-year/200,000 km warranty
  • ✓Five-year/60,000 km service plan
  • ✓Meaningful Luxury ADAS upgrade
  • ✓Clear wheel differentiation
Watch Out For
  • ✕Comfort has four airbags
  • ✕Front-wheel drive only
  • ✕500 kg braked towing limit
  • ✕Urban use exceeds combined claim
  • ✕Kerb definition unresolved
  • ✕Luxury raises purchase cost
  • ✕No seven-seat option
  • ✕Not for demanding trails
  • ✕Colour requires confirmation

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 ZS Pro targets small families, couples and commuters wanting a compact SUV with stronger overtaking performance and more digital equipment than the entry ZS. 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. Neither is intended for seven-seat duty or heavy trailers.

The CVT and 275 Nm engine suit repeated urban merging and congestion, while rear sensors support both trims. Comfort’s camera is adequate for familiar daily parking; Luxury’s 360-degree view adds value in narrow garages. The 443-litre boot handles family errands. Official urban consumption is higher than the combined figure, so city-focused owners should budget from their own traffic instead of assuming 6.9 litres per 100 km. Wheel choice also matters: Comfort’s 17-inch package and Luxury’s 18-inch set change tyre cost and sidewall.

On faster routes, 125 kW and 275 Nm provide more reserve than the naturally aspirated ZS, and the published 8.5-second sprint supports that positioning. Luxury’s adaptive cruise and lane systems may matter to frequent long-distance users, while Comfort retains ordinary cruise. The 55-litre tank and 443-litre boot suit regional trips. Fuel use still depends on load, gradient and speed. The extra-urban laboratory result is a comparison point, not a guarantee for every South African motorway.

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