Verdict
The MG ZS EV asks RM126,629 against the Renault Captur’s RM107,980, so the gap is RM18,649. For that, the MG brings a 174 hp/280 Nm electric motor, an 8.0-second sprint and a 448-litre boot; it also gets curtain airbags, AEB, lane-keeping, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. The Captur counters with a lower price, 5.9 L/100 km rated economy, a 45-litre petrol tank, higher 192 km/h top speed and a slightly longer 2,606 mm wheelbase. It is the simpler buy, not the better-equipped one.
Pick the MG ZS EV if you want the quicker, roomier and better-equipped B-SUV, and can work with its 320 km EV range and charging routine.
Pick the Renault Captur if you want the cheaper petrol SUV with a 45-litre tank, lower RM85 road tax and a higher 192 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: MG ZS EV RM126,629; Renault Captur RM107,980
- Output: MG ZS EV 174 hp/280 Nm motor; Renault Captur 120 hp/205 Nm 1.2 turbo petrol
- Acceleration/top speed: MG ZS EV 0-100 km/h in 8.0 seconds, 170 km/h; Renault Captur 10.9 seconds, 192 km/h
- Boot space: MG ZS EV 448 litres; Renault Captur 377 litres
- Size: MG ZS EV 4,323 mm long with 2,585 mm wheelbase; Renault Captur 4,122 mm long with 2,606 mm wheelbase
- Safety kit: MG ZS EV has curtain airbags, AEB, lane-keeping, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera; Renault Captur has front airbags, front side airbags…
ZS EV
- Stronger 174 hp/280 Nm electric motor and quicker 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- Bigger 448-litre boot and longer 4,323 mm body
- More driver assistance and visibility kit, including AEB, lane-keeping, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera
- Costs RM18,649 more than the Renault Captur
- Lower 170 km/h top speed versus the Captur’s 192 km/h
- Higher RM120 road tax versus RM85
Captur
- Cheaper by RM18,649
- Higher 192 km/h top speed and slightly longer 2,606 mm wheelbase
- Gets a space-saver spare tyre, while the MG ZS EV uses a tyre repair kit
- Slower 10.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 8.0 seconds
- Smaller 377-litre boot versus 448 litres
- Misses the MG’s AEB, lane-keeping, blind-spot monitoring, curtain airbags and 360-degree camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 126,629 | RM 107,980✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-Valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,197 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 120 hp |
| Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 174 hp✓ | — |
| Motor Torque | 280 Nm✓ | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 51.1 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 320 km✓ | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 50 kW | — |
| V2L | 2.5 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | — | Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Getrag |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8 seconds✓ | 10.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 192 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,323 mm | 4,122 mm |
| Width | 1,809 mm | 1,778 mm |
| Height | 1,625 mm | 1,567 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,585 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,180 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 448 litres✓ | 377 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy 3 ST | Continental Eco Contact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Drum |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone automatic climate control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 7" Touchscreen with GPS, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 24-Hour Roadside Assistance, Mobility Solutions |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 85✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
ZS EV vs Captur FAQ
Is the MG ZS EV or Renault Captur better?
The MG ZS EV is better on equipment, safety tech, boot space and acceleration. The Renault Captur is better if price, petrol refuelling, lower road tax and top speed matter more.
What is the price difference?
The MG ZS EV costs RM126,629, while the Renault Captur costs RM107,980. That makes the MG RM18,649 more expensive.
Which one has more boot space?
The MG ZS EV has the larger boot at 448 litres. The Renault Captur offers 377 litres, so the MG gives you 71 litres more luggage room.