2025 MG ZS HYBRID, BTS OF A NEW CAR LAUNCH | THE CAREXPERT PODCAST

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The CarExpert Podcast team discusses the upcoming 2025 MG ZS Hybrid, expressing mixed feelings about its new design, with some finding it awkward while others reserve judgment until seeing it in person. The ZS is highlighted as a crucial entry-level SUV offering significant tech and safety for its price. The discussion delves into the complex naming and generation history of the ZS range in Australia, noting that the new model will consolidate the ZS and ZST lines. While the petrol-only version arrives by the end of 2024, the hybrid and EV variants are slated for 2025. Pricing is expected to increase from the current model, which is Australia's cheapest SUV, with the new ZS likely positioned as a more affordable alternative to rivals like the Corolla Cross Hybrid. The interior is noted to receive updates including a digital cluster and new infotainment, though specifics will vary by grade. The podcast also provides an in-depth look at the demanding nature of automotive media launches, contrasting domestic and international events, and the extensive work involved in content creation.