MG ZS EV REVIEW! COLD WEATHER RANGE TEST GONE WRONG!

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The reviewer details a challenging cold-weather range test of the MG ZS EV, highlighting significant range anxiety and frustration with public charging infrastructure. While the car performed reliably for local driving over two months, a 200-mile journey to Wales in sub-zero temperatures exposed its limitations. The initial range of 132 miles was insufficient, necessitating careful planning and a charge stop. The reviewer encountered issues with the Zap-Map app's premium service, the lack of battery pre-conditioning, and the slow charging speeds. The return journey was plagued by a Tesla occupying a non-Tesla charger, the need for multiple charging apps, and a non-functional charger, leading to considerable anger and a negative experience. Despite these public charging woes, the reviewer acknowledges the ZS EV is a good car for daily use within its range, but strongly criticizes the UK's public charging network for its fragmentation and lack of universal contactless payment, deeming it inadequate for widespread EV adoption.