mg zs ev vs tesla model 3

Shopping electric on a budget versus the techy poster child? In Australia, the MG ZS EV undercuts the Tesla Model 3 by a country mile on price.

Expect roughly $45k–$55k drive-away new for the MG ZS EV, while the Tesla Model 3 typically sits around $62k–$76k depending on spec. Range and charging speeds differ markedly: MG claims about 320–440 km WLTP with roughly 80–90 kW DC, Tesla about 513–629 km WLTP with up to 170–250 kW DC.

MG ZS EV

• Pros: Much cheaper to buy, easy city size, SUV practicality, long warranty.
• Cons: Modest highway range and charging speeds, middling driver tech and refinement.

Tesla Model 3

• Pros: Big range, rapid charging, sharp performance, strong software and resale.
• Cons: Higher price, firmer ride, sedan practicality isn’t as flexible, insurance can sting.

Pick the vibe and budget that suit your commute and weekends; both will do the silent-running thing nicely.