Can Chinese EV's Survive Australian Roads? | 3 YEAR Review of 2020 Model MG ZS EV | Part 1 Exterior

We've now owned the first generation MG ZS EV for over 3 years now so thought it about time I done an update on what we think and how this lower priced Chinese made electric vehicle has held up. The 2020 model MG ZS EV is based on a fossil fuelled vehicle with 2017/18 technology so direct comparisons against the latest high tech electric cars is not apples for apples however this video looks at longevity, reliability and how the build quality has held up after 3 years and approx. 35,000 kms of travelling on Australian roads in the subtropical, hot climate of Brisbane, in Queensland Australia.

This video is Part 1of a 3 part series and covers the exterior of the MG ZS EV after long term 3 year ownership.

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00:00 Intro & thanks for Watching Electric Car Australia
01:45 Quick Intro to the 2020 MG ZS EV, when we purchased and 2020 Price
03:30 Price of New Model MG ZS EV
04:45 Reliability of MG ZS EV rear end components
07:00 Quality of paintwork on bumper
07:35 Thoughts on the quality of gear on the side of vehicle, including door handles and electric mirror
09:45 MG ZS EV has galvanised chassis and panels
10:30 Under wheel arch, reliability after gravel roads and Michel tyres
11:55 Quality of protective plastics
12:55 Top of car including roof rails and sunroof performance
13:19 Reliability of front of MG electric car components
14:48 Under bonnet of MG ZS EV after 3 years, dust is a problem but 12 volt battery good
17:00 Annual service costs are reasonable
17:45 Wrap up thoughts on how MG ZS EV has held up after 3 years ownership in Australia, inc cost of replacement parts and Insurance
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