Comparing the MG ZS EV and the Honda City SV (Petrol Manual) side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the MG ZS EV is available at ₹1,898,000, while the Honda City SV (Petrol Manual) is priced at ₹1,238,000. On the engine front, the MG ZS EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Honda City SV (Petrol Manual)'s 1498 cc, producing 174 bhp and 121 PS @ 6600 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 50.3 kWh LFP Battery (IP67) | 12 V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.5L DOHC i-VTEC petrol (naturally aspirated) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 40 L |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-speed |
| Mileage | — | 17.8 km/l (ARAI) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 174 bhp | 121 PS @ 6600 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 50.3 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~42 min (10-80%) / AC: 8.5 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - CCS2 DC (50 kW) | — |
| Range | 461 km - ARAI | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 448 Litres | 506 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 161 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1600 kg | 1107 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4314 mm / 1809 mm / 1644 mm | 4583 mm / 1748 mm / 1489 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2585 mm | 2600 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Analog-digital instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Fabric |
| Sound System | Infinity 6-Speaker | 4 speakers + 2 tweeters |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | 2 |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey MG | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | No |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen projector headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Body-coloured ORVMs with integrated turn indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Rear defogger (no wiper) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R17 | 185/60 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch steel wheels with wheel covers |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Starry BlackAurora SilverCandy WhiteGlaze Red | Platinum White Pearl, Radiant Red Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic, Obsidian Blue Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.9 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |








