MG has updated its ZS lineup in Spain. The new MY26.5 version revises the hybrid system and adds technology, while MG continues to emphasize value. MG says the ZS has already sold more than 85,000 units in Spain and over a million worldwide.
The biggest change is to the MG ZS Hybrid+. It retains its combined output of 197 CV and 1.83 kWh battery, but now has a reworked electric motor and generator. MG says the upgrades sharpen responses while making the lead smoother and quieter. Official fuel-use and performance figures have not yet been released. The three-speed automatic gearbox remains unchanged, while MG promises a more refined and lively lead.
ANFAC figures show that 16,708 MG ZS units were registered in Spain from January to September 2026, making it the country’s best-selling Chinese-origin car despite a 13.2% year-on-year sales decline.
Equipment has been upgraded. Comfort and Business trims now come with a 360° high-definition camera as standard. They also get rear parking sensors and wireless phone charging. The Luxury trim adds an electric tailgate and panoramic sunroof. MG is moving the ZS upmarket while maintaining its focus on value.
The interior changes are also noticeable. Hybrid+ Standard and Comfort models now have new black fabric seats, and Business models get them too. The Hybrid+ Luxury gets black leather and suede-style upholstery. Petrol Comfort models also receive this premium touch, bringing the ZS closer to the premium end of the family SUV market.
Practicality remains a basic selling point. The ZS offers a 358-litre boot. It measures 4.43 metres in length and has 30 storage spaces inside. MG retains its reputation as Spain’s most affordable SUV. Petrol models start at €17,990, while the Hybrid+ starts at €22,840, or €20,340 with financing. MG’s offers include discounts of up to €3,500 for the hybrid and a €2,850 Sales Boost for petrol models. The brand has not revealed the full details of these offers.
Independent tests report that the MG ZS Hybrid+ has a combined output of 197 hp and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 8.7 seconds. Real-world fuel consumption can reach 7 to 8 l/100 km in hilly conditions. No new certified consumption figures for the MY26.5 update have been published in independent sources, including ieidiseis.gr.
MG’s rise in Spain is reflected in the ZS’s fifth-place ranking among all models nationally for 2026. The ranking fits a wider trend: as previously reported, Chinese carmakers such as SAIC are using demand in Spain to build a strong base in Europe.
MG has not released new efficiency or performance data for the updated ZS Hybrid+. Its strategy is to add technology and comfort while keeping prices below those of traditional rivals. The updated ZS is already in Spanish showrooms.
