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MG ZS X40 (2001–2005) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
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Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
MG ZS X40 overview
The MG ZS (X40) is the 1st generation of the ZS, built from 2001 to 2005. It is offered as a SUV with 3 engines (diesel, petrol), from 101 HP to 177 HP. The 2.5 V6 24V (177 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3 s, reaches a top speed of 224 km/h and is 4520 mm long.
How much horsepower does the MG ZS have?
The MG ZS (X40) has 101 HP to 177 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0 Rover (101 HP), 1.8 Kseries (117 HP), 2.5 Rover (177 HP).
What engines are available for the MG ZS?
The MG ZS is available with 3 engines: 2.0 Rover (101 HP, diesel), 1.8 Kseries (117 HP, petrol), 2.5 Rover (177 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the MG ZS?
The MG ZS is 4520 mm long, 1700 mm wide, 1390 mm tall, with a 2620 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the MG ZS?
The MG ZS 2.5 V6 24V (177 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.3 s and has a top speed of 224 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | MG ZS |
|---|---|
| Year | 2001–2005 |
| Platform | Rover 45 |
| Variant | 2.5 V6 24V (177 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 177 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6500 rpm |
| Torque | 240 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 224 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 7.3 s |
| 0–62 mph | 7.3 s |
Engine
| Engine code | KV6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2497 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 80.0 mm |
| Stroke | 82.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 5.2 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 283 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | getrag |
Dimensions
| Length | 4520 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1700 mm |
| Height | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620 mm |
| Front track | 1480 mm |
| Rear track | 1470 mm |
| Boot space | 470 – 810 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1235 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1720 kg |
| Max load | 485 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 9.5 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 205/45 R17 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 7 kg/Hp, 143.3 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 5.1 kg/Nm, 194.3 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2001 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2005 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.