Hyundai Creta Electric Vs MG ZS EV: Battery Specifications, Claimed Range, Charging Times And Performance Compared

The Creta Electric is set to join the compact electric SUV segment on January 17, 2025 after its launch at the Auto Expo 2025. The electric SUV space has been growing in India and in the same space we have the MG ZS EV that has been on sale for a while now and is a tried and tested product. In this article, we compare the key specifications of the Creta Electric with that of the ZS EV. 

So if you have around Rs 20 lakh and are looking for an electric SUV, this article might help you in your buying decision. 

Price

*Expected Price

The Creta Electric’s prices will be revealed on January 17, 2025 at the Auto Expo 2025. We expect the Creta Electric to undercut the ZS EV, however, it would be interesting to see by how much. 

Dimensions 

Please note that the Creta Electric’s dimensions have not been revealed, and we have used the dimensions of the ICE Creta as both versions will more or less be the same in size. Here is a detailed breakdown of its dimensions in comparison to that of the ZS EV: 

*With roof rails

The Creta EV is expected to be marginally longer and have a greater wheelbase. The ZS EV on the other hand is wider and taller of the two. 

Features

As seen in the table above, the Creta Electric boasts some extras over the ZS EV. It gets larger screens, dual-zone climate control, ambient lighting, ventilated front seats and Vehicle-to-load (V2L) over the ZS EV. 

The entire features list of the Creta EV has not been revealed yet, and we will be doing a detailed variant-wise features story once the details are out. 

Powertrain 

• The Creta Electric comes with two battery pack options, while the ZS EV gets a single battery pack. 

• The Creta Electric’s Long Range comes with the largest battery pack and also offers the greatest range. However, the difference is not a lot. 

• The ZS EV makes slightly more power than the Long Range Creta. 

• The top-spec electric Creta is quicker (by 0.6 seconds) than the ZS EV! 

• Fast charging times are comparable.

Verdict

The MG ZS EV has proved that it's a great all-round package, as it packs a well-equipped cabin, has an impressive claimed range and offers plenty in terms of performance. However, it has not received a facelift since it was launched back in 2019. On the other hand, we have the upcoming Creta Electric which aims to follow in the footsteps of its ICE counterpart and dominate its respective segment. The Creta already has the upper edge in terms of being the quicker SUV and with a slightly greater claimed range. In terms of features too the Creta Electric excels as it gets some extra premium features.  

While the final confusion comes down to the Creta EV’s pricing which will be announced in the coming weeks, the electric Creta seems to be a more complete package in every aspect when put side-by-side with the MG ZS EV. That being said, the ZS EV is also a great SUV in the segment, and you won't really go wrong if you pick it. 

Both these SUVs compete against the Tata Curvv EV, Mahindra BE 6 and the upcoming Maruti e Vitara. 

Which SUV would you pick and why? Let us know in the comments.