2024 MG ZS EVTrue Cost of Ownership in South Africa
174 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (25%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at R1.15/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$40K
Base: $28K
Annual Total
$9K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$7K
25% of base price
VAT
$5K
15% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$88K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 MG ZS EV — Full Cost Breakdown in South Africa
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $28K |
| Import Duty (25%) | $7K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (15%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $40K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $964 |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $400 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $9K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $88K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.633 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
MG ZS EV Fuel Cost Calculator — South Africa
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,035
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$86
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
900L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$6.90
6L × R1.15
MG ZS EV Depreciation Curve
The MG ZS EV loses approximately $14K (49%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $28K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $22K | 80% |
| Year 2 | $20K | 70% |
| Year 3 | $17K | 62% |
| Year 4 | $16K | 56% |
| Year 5 | $14K | 51% |
Depreciation based on economy segment averages.
MG ZS EV vs. Competitors in South Africa
How does the MG ZS EV compare to similar cars available in South Africa?
MG
ZS EV
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$9K
Toyota
Yaris
Base Price
$22K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$4K
Honda
Fit
Base Price
$21K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$4K
Hyundai
i20
Base Price
$20K
Annual Cost in South Africa
$4K
Annual costs estimated for South Africa market. Import duty (25%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.
🇿🇦 Owning a Car in South Africa
High import duties on most vehicles.
Very Expensive for South Africa
Annual car costs = 136% of average South Africa income ($7K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$7K
In South Africa
Fuel Price
R1.15/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
25%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
15%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
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MG ZS EV in South Africa — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a MG ZS EV in South Africa.
The 2024 MG ZS EV has a base price of $28,000 USD. In South Africa, after 25% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $40,250 USD (R40,250 ZAR).