MG4 & MG ZS EV Home Charging: Complete UK Guide (2026)
MG4 & MG ZS EV Battery and Charging Specs
The MG4 has become one of the UK’s best-selling EVs thanks to its competitive pricing, and the MG ZS EV is one of the most affordable electric SUVs on the market. Both use Type 2 charging and work with every home charger on our site.
MG4 Variants (2026)
| Variant | Battery Capacity | Max AC Charging | Max DC Charging | WLTP Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE (Standard Range) | 51 kWh | 6.6 kW (single-phase) | 117 kW | ~218 miles |
| SE Long Range | 64 kWh | 11 kW (three-phase) | 144 kW | ~281 miles |
| Trophy Extended Range | 77 kWh | 11 kW (three-phase) | 150 kW | ~323 miles |
| XPOWER (AWD) | 64 kWh | 11 kW (three-phase) | 144 kW | ~239 miles |
MG ZS EV (2026)
| Variant | Battery Capacity | Max AC Charging | Max DC Charging | WLTP Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZS EV Long Range | 72.6 kWh | 11 kW (three-phase) | 92 kW | ~273 miles |
Key detail for home charging: The MG4 SE Standard Range is limited to 6.6 kW on AC — slightly below the 7 kW maximum of most UK single-phase supplies. All other MG4 variants and the ZS EV support 11 kW three-phase. On a UK single-phase supply, all variants charge at effectively 7 kW.
How Long Does It Take to Charge at Home?
MG4 Charge Times: 20% to 80%
| Variant | 3 kW (3-pin plug) | 7 kW (home charger) | 11 kW (three-phase) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE Standard (51 kWh) | ~13 hours | ~4.5 hours | 4.5 hours* |
| SE Long Range (64 kWh) | ~16.5 hours | ~5.5 hours | ~3.5 hours |
| Trophy Extended (77 kWh) | ~20 hours | ~6.5 hours | ~4 hours |
*\*SE Standard limited to 6.6 kW AC, so three-phase provides minimal benefit for this variant.*
MG ZS EV Charge Times: 20% to 80%
| Variant | 3 kW (3-pin plug) | 7 kW (home charger) | 11 kW (three-phase) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZS EV Long Range (72.6 kWh) | ~19 hours | ~6 hours | ~4 hours |
The practical takeaway: Plug in at 10pm, wake up to a full battery. For a typical 30-mile daily commute, you need just 1–1.5 hours of charging on a 7 kW charger.
What Does It Cost to Charge at Home?
The MG4 is one of the most efficient EVs on the market at around 3.6 miles per kWh. The MG ZS EV achieves around 3.0 miles per kWh. Costs below are for the MG4 Long Range (64 kWh):
Cost per Charge — MG4 Long Range (20% to 80%)
| Tariff | Cost |
|---|---|
| Off-Peak (~7p/kWh) | £2.69 |
| Standard (~24.5p/kWh) | £9.41 |
| Rapid (~40p/kWh) | £15.36 |
Annual Charging Cost (10,000 Miles)
| Tariff | MG4 (3.6 mi/kWh) | MG ZS EV (3.0 mi/kWh) |
|---|---|---|
| Off-peak (7p/kWh) | £194 | £233 |
| Standard (24.5p/kWh) | £681 | £817 |
| Petrol equivalent | £1,600 | £1,600 |
*The MG4’s excellent efficiency makes it one of the cheapest EVs to run — just £194/year on an off-peak tariff.*
Switching to an off-peak EV tariff is the easiest way to cut running costs. See our interactive savings calculator or UK EV Charging Cost Index.
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Best Home Chargers for MG4 / MG ZS EV
Every charger on our comparison page works perfectly with MG vehicles. Here are our top picks:
Best Value: Easee One (£405)
The Easee One at £405 is the cheapest charger on our site — a perfect match for the value-focused MG4. Built-in 4G, compact design, and simple setup. If you bought an MG4 because of its value proposition, the Easee One follows the same logic.
Best Overall: Tesla Wall Connector (£425)
The Tesla Wall Connector works with any Type 2 EV including the MG4. At £425 with a 7.3m cable and 4-year warranty, it’s excellent value with the longest cable on the market.
Best for Smart Tariffs: Ohme Home Pro (£535)
The Ohme Home Pro automatically charges at the cheapest rates on smart tariffs. For MG4 owners on Octopus Go or similar, the savings add up quickly.
MG4 / MG ZS EV Home Charging Tips
1. Set Your Charge Limit to 80%
Use the iSMART app to set a daily charge limit of 80%. This protects battery longevity — particularly important for the MG4’s LFP battery (Standard Range) which handles full charges better than NMC chemistry but still benefits from not sitting at 100%.
2. LFP Battery Note (MG4 SE Standard)
The MG4 SE Standard Range uses an LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery, which is different from the NMC batteries in other variants. LFP batteries can tolerate being charged to 100% more frequently without significant degradation — MG recommends charging to 100% at least once a month to help the battery management system calibrate.
3. Charge Port Location: Front Left
The MG4’s charging port is on the front left side. The MG ZS EV’s port is on the front grille. Plan your charger position accordingly.
4. Use Scheduled Charging
Set departure times in the iSMART app to take advantage of off-peak electricity rates. The car will time the charge to finish just before your departure.
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