# MG MG-ZS battery: what each engine takes, with prices

> For the MG MG-ZS (3 generations, 2001-2025) we carry 7 matching batteries, rated between 52 and 74 Ah with 470 to 750 A cold cranking. Prices open at 54.40 €, VAT included.

## Which battery does a MG MG-ZS take?

It depends on the engine. MG MG-ZS owners mostly buy Varta E44 Dynamic SLI 77Ah (83.95 €), Exide EL600 60Ah (76.80 €) and Exide EL700 70Ah (84.60 €) from us. The table shows the recommended battery for each engine with its price (VAT included) and a link to its page; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

## Recommended battery for each MG MG-ZS engine

| Engine | Generation | Recommended battery | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV (115 kW / 156 CV) | Zs SUV (2017–2025) | Varta A8 Dynamic AGM 60Ah | 107,40 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-suv/ev-115-kw-156cv |
| 1.0 T-GDi (82 kW / 111 CV) | Zs SUV (2017–2025) | Varta A8 Dynamic AGM 60Ah | 107,40 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-suv/10-t-gdi-82-kw-111cv |
| 1.5 VTi (78 kW / 106 CV) | Zs SUV (2017–2025) | Varta A8 Dynamic AGM 60Ah | 107,40 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-suv/15-vti-78-kw-106cv |
| 1.5 VTi (84 kW / 114 CV) | Zs SUV (2017–2025) | Varta C22 Dynamic SLI 52Ah | 54,40 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-suv/15-vti-84-kw-114cv |
| EV (130 kW / 177 CV) | Zs SUV (2017–2025) | Varta A8 Dynamic AGM 60Ah | 107,40 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-suv/ev-130-kw-177cv |
| EV (CSA7001) (105 kW / 143 CV) | Zs SUV (2017–2025) | Varta A8 Dynamic AGM 60Ah | 107,40 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-suv/ev-csa7001-105-kw-143cv |
| 1.6 (79 kW / 107 CV) | Zs (2001–2005) | Varta C22 Dynamic SLI 52Ah | 54,40 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs/16-79-kw-107cv |
| 1.6 (82 kW / 111 CV) | Zs Hatchback (2001–2005) | Varta D59 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-hatchback/16-82-kw-111cv |
| 1.6 (RT) (79 kW / 107 CV) | Zs Hatchback (2001–2005) | Varta C22 Dynamic SLI 52Ah | 54,40 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-hatchback/16-rt-79-kw-107cv |
| 120 (86 kW / 117 CV) | Zs (2001–2005) | Varta D59 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs/120-86-kw-117cv |
| 120 (86 kW / 117 CV) | Zs Hatchback (2001–2005) | Varta D59 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-hatchback/120-86-kw-117cv |
| 180 (130 kW / 177 CV) | Zs (2001–2005) | Varta D59 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs/180-130-kw-177cv |
| 180 (130 kW / 177 CV) | Zs Hatchback (2001–2005) | Varta D59 Dynamic SLI 60Ah | 64,80 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-hatchback/180-130-kw-177cv |
| 2.0 TD (74 kW / 101 CV) | Zs (2001–2005) | Varta E38 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs/20-td-74-kw-101cv |
| 2.0 TD (74 kW / 101 CV) | Zs Hatchback (2001–2005) | Varta E38 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-hatchback/20-td-74-kw-101cv |
| 2.0 TD (83 kW / 113 CV) | Zs (2001–2005) | Varta E38 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs/20-td-83-kw-113cv |
| 2.0 TD (83 kW / 113 CV) | Zs Hatchback (2001–2005) | Varta E38 Dynamic SLI 74Ah | 90,20 | https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-hatchback/20-td-83-kw-113cv |

## MG MG-ZS generations

Not every generation uses the same battery. If your year fits more than one, tell them apart by body style or let the plate resolve it.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mg Zs SUV | 2017–2025 | berlina | 7 | /gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-suv |
| Mg Zs Hatchback | 2001–2005 | hatchback | 12 | /gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs-hatchback |
| Mg Zs | 2001–2005 | berlina | 12 | /gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs |

## Best-selling batteries for the MG MG-ZS

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E38 Dynamic SLI 12V 74Ah 750A | 12 | 74 | 750 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 90,20 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e38-12v-74ah-750a |
| Car battery Varta E43 Dynamic SLI 12V 72Ah 680A | 12 | 72 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 90,20 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e43-12v-72ah-680a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A8 Dynamic AGM 12V 60Ah 680A AGM | 12 | 60 | 680 | AGM | 107,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a8-agm-12v-60ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta C22 Dynamic SLI 12V 52Ah 470A | 12 | 52 | 470 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 54,40 | — | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c22-12v-52ah-470a |
| Car battery Varta C30 Dynamic SLI 12V 54Ah 530A | 12 | 54 | 530 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 67,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c30-12v-54ah-530a |
| Car battery Varta D59 Dynamic SLI 12V 60Ah 540A | 12 | 60 | 540 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 64,80 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d59-12v-60ah-540a |
| Car battery Varta D21 Dynamic SLI 12V 61Ah 600A | 12 | 61 | 600 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 69,40 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-d21-12v-61ah-600a |

## How to know which battery your MG MG-ZS takes

The quickest and safest route is to enter your number plate: we identify the exact version, its engine and the battery fitted at the factory, with no room for error.

Another route is the vehicle paperwork: the registration date places you in one of the generations listed. In the overlap years, body style is the detail that separates them.

As a final check, look at the battery currently fitted: the label shows capacity (Ah) and cold cranking amps (A). Always replace with equal or higher figures, never lower, and keep the same dimensions and terminal layout.

## Start-Stop: which battery your MG-ZS needs

Start-Stop on the modern MG-ZS changes the rules: the battery takes hundreds of micro-cycles daily. The correct answer is EFB for basic systems and AGM where braking energy is recovered. Dropping to a conventional battery is the most expensive mistake you can make here.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a MG MG-ZS take?
It depends on the engine. MG MG-ZS owners mostly buy Varta E44 Dynamic SLI 77Ah (83.95 €), Exide EL600 60Ah (76.80 €) and Exide EL700 70Ah (84.60 €) from us. The table shows the recommended battery for each engine with its price (VAT included) and a link to its page; with your number plate or VIN we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a MG MG-ZS battery cost?
Between 54.40 € and 107.40 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (lead-acid, AGM). Start-Stop versions (AGM or EFB) sit at the top of the range because they withstand many more cycles.

### How do I know which generation my MG-ZS is?
By the registration year: Mg Zs SUV (2017-2025); Mg Zs Hatchback (2001-2005); Mg Zs (2001-2005). If your year falls in the overlap between two generations, tell them apart by body type (hatchback, estate or coupé) or use the plate finder, which settles it with no doubt.

### Can I fit a higher-capacity battery to my MG MG-ZS?
Yes, as long as the dimensions fit the tray and the terminal layout matches. More Ah and more cold-cranking amps do not harm the MG MG-ZS: the alternator charges it just the same and you gain margin in winter. Never go below the original values.

### Can I replace the battery of my MG MG-ZS myself?
On most versions, yes: disconnect the negative terminal first, then the positive, release the clamp and fit the new battery in reverse order. On Start-Stop models or cars with battery management (BMS), register the new battery with a diagnostic tool so the ECU adjusts charging.

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Updated: 2026-11-15 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mg/mg-zs