mg zst excite 2023 review

The 2023 MG ZST Excite is the bargain-bin hero with a shiny cape—lots of features, less drama on the invoice.

The 1.3‑litre turbo with a 6‑speed auto is adequate rather than athletic, happy in the suburbs but a bit breathless for country overtakes.

You still get big-car toys—10.1-inch touchscreen, 360° camera and helpful driver aids—plus a roomy cabin and a boot that swallows prams without complaint.

Ride quality is on the firm side and the steering is videogame-light, while some cabin plastics loudly declare “budget.”

Fuel use is reasonable if you’re gentle, and the long warranty sweetens the deal for first-time buyers.

As an affordable, fully loaded city SUV, it’s hard to argue; just don’t expect hot-hatch fireworks.