The Australian government is slowly phasing out petrol-powered vehicles. And so EVs (Electric Vehicles) are becoming a thing in the country. EV sales in Australia have gone up by almost 200% in 2021, and guess which EV is topping the charts? The MG ZS EV of China. EV Sales in Australia Australia’s Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries recently posted the car sales of 2021. As per the report, a total of 5,149 EVs were sold in 2021, out of which 1,388 were MG ZS EVs. That’s 27% (more than a quarter) of the overall sales. However, industry experts believe that the Tesla Model 3 is the top-selling EV in Australia. But they can’t say for sure because Tesla does not provide its sales data to the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries. Out of all the other EV sales, the Chinese MG ZS EV has been officially declared the best-selling EV of Australia. The best-selling EV is not only a non-Tesla, but also the cheapest one in the market. But what’s more surprising is that the second-best is entirely on the other side of the spectrum. It’s the most expensive EV in the Australian market, the Porsche Taycan. Here are all the 2021 EVs sales from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries report, from highest to lowest. See how MG ZS EV beat the best of the best EVs by a big margin.  [ninja_tables id="158755"] ZS EV is also the cheapest electric car in Pakistan. MG launched the compact crossover last year and sold a limited number of CBU (Completely Built-Up) units. Unlike its sibling, the MG HS, ZS EV is not a common sight in the country. So far, we haven’t seen many ZS EVs on the roads. But then again, EVs are not a strong pursuit of our local market.  MG ZS EV's highest sales in Australia show the real potential of the electric car, and that's flattering for MG Pakistan.

We told you about the arrival of the all-electric MG Marvel R in Pakistan. And now we are here with an exclusive first look review of this futuristic car. But you must remember that the vehicle is not for sale; instead, MG Pakistan has only displayed it for research purposes. So, here is the first look review of the car. Exterior  The best thing about this car is its looks; they immediately catch your attention and its headlights are the best feature. These sleek and chic front lamps are a treat to watch, and you have to say, Aye, Haye, Haye, Haye! The side-view mirrors are auto-retractable and have 360-degree cameras providing a complete overview of the car's surroundings. The door handles are also very stylish and sleek. And you will find a panoramic sunroof and shark fin antenna on the roof. This EV has 19-inch alloy wheels with Michelin tyres. The car's rear is very sporty, and its backlights are very similar to Audi E-Tron's. You can open the trunk with a remote, and it has very ample space. Power  The car comes with a 69.5kWh battery which produces 180hp and 410Nm of torque, meaning it is a very powerful machine. Meanwhile, it has two charging ports, i.e., domestic and commercial fast charging. It will take around 7 hours in domestic charging, while it reaches 0 to 80% in almost 40 minutes on commercial charging. The car's range varies from 250km to 490km per charge, depending on weather conditions, driving style etc. Interior The first thing you will notice is its massive 19.4-inch infotainment touchscreen. The screen gives you essential information like battery status, estimated range, seat control and MG Pilot. The MG Pilot has several safety features, including lane departure warning, radar, front collision system, traffic assist, adaptive cruise control, and 6 airbags. The driving seat is 6-way powered adjustable as well as memory. Its dual-speed automatic transmission is in the shape of a knob and is very convenient to use.  Watch Video

Continuing its tradition of unveiling new cars, MG Pakistan has displayed its all-electric crossover SUV, MG Marvel R. According to details, the company has stationed the vehicle at its Lahore dealership. As the name suggests, the car is electric and will be a great addition to the local market, if launched. The company has not shared any official specs and features of the car; hence, we have brought the international ones.  [gallery bgs_gallery_type="slider" ids="158145,158147,158149,158151"] Variants The car comes with two drivetrains, All Wheel Drive (AWD) and Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and three variants, i.e., Comfort, Luxury and Performance. Power All variants have a 70kWh battery; however, the horsepower and Torque are different. The first two, Comfort and Luxury, produces 177hp and 410Nm of Torque. Meanwhile, Performance produces 285hp and 665Nm of Torque. And battery charge reaches from 5% to 80% in only 43 minutes. And it has 2-Gear Automatic Transmission. Furthermore, the car has an 11kW onboard 3-phase charger, and the company claims its per charge range is 402 kilometres. Salient Specs and Features And here are the salient specs and features in the car: Automatic Side View Mirrors Leather Heated and Ventilated Seats Drive Seat 6-Way Adjust Passenger Seat 4-Way Adjust 12.3-inch Virtual Cluster 19.4-inch Infotainment Touchscreen MG iSmart Connectivity System Voice Control System Panoramic Sunroof Wireless Phone Charger MG Pilot Automatic Emergency Braking (AED) Adaptive Cruise Control Traffic Jam Assistance Lane Keep Assistance Front Collision Warning Blind Spot Monitoring 360 Degree Camera 7 Airbags Front and Rear Parking Sensors Inductive Electric Tailgate There are more specs and features, but we will wait for the official reveal from MG Pakistan. Electric cars have a bright future in Pakistan as the government has offered several benefits for EVs under Auto Policy 2021-2026. Note The MG Marvel R is not for sale currently as MG Pakistan has displayed it for research purpose, getting feedback from consumers and showcasing the lead MG has in the electric revolution in Pakistan.  

ایم جی پاکستان نے اپنی روایت کو برقرار رکھتے ہوئے ایک اور الیکٹرک ایس یو وی ایم جی مارول آر نمائش کیلئے پیش کر دی ہے۔ تفصیلات کے مطابق کمپنی نے گاڑی اپنی لاہور ڈیلرشپ پر رکھی ہے۔ جیسا کہ نام سے پتہ چلتا ہے،یہ کار الیکٹرک ہے اور اگر لانچ کی جاتی ہے تو یہ مقامی مارکیٹ میں ایک بہترین اضافہ ہو گی۔ کمپنی نے کار کی کوئی آفیشل فیچرز اور خصوصیات شیئر نہیں کیں۔ لہذا، ہم انٹرنیشنل ویرینٹ کے فیچرز اور خصوصیات شئیر کر رہے ہیں۔ [gallery bgs_gallery_type="slider" ids="158145,158147,158149,158151"] ویرینٹس MG مارول آر میں دو ڈرائیو ٹرینز آل وہیل ڈرائیو (AWD) اور ریئر وہیل ڈرائیو (RWD) دی گئی ہیں اور انٹرنیشنل ماکریٹ میں اس کے تین ویرینٹس کمفرٹ، لگژری اور پرفارمنس موجود ہیں۔ پاور تمام ویریئنٹس میں kWh70 کی بیٹری لگائی گئی ہے۔ تاہم، ہارس پاور اور ٹارک مختلف ہیں۔ پہلے دو ویرینٹس کمفرٹ اور لگژری، 177 ہارس پاور اور   410Nmٹارک پیدا کرتے ہیں۔ دریں اثنا، تیسرا ویرینٹ پرفارمنس 285 ٹارک اور 665Nm ٹارک پیدا کرتی ہے جبکہ بیٹری صرف 43 منٹ میں 5 فیصد سے 80 فیصد تک پہنچ جاتی ہے۔ گاڑی میں 2 گیئر آٹومیٹک ٹرانسمیشن دی گئی ہے۔ مزید برآں، کار میں 11kW کا آن بورڈ 3 فیز چارجر ہے اور کمپنی کا دعویٰ ہے کہ اس کی فی چارج رینج 402 کلومیٹر ہے۔ فیچرز و دیگر خصوصیات آٹومیٹک سائیڈ ویو مررز لیدر ہیٹڈ اور ویںٹی لیٹڈ سیٹس 6 وے ایڈجسٹ ڈرائیو سیٹ 4 وے ایڈجسٹ پیسنجر سیٹ 3 انچ ورچوئل کلسٹر 4 انچ انفوٹینمنٹ ٹچ اسکرین MG آئی سمارٹ کنیکٹیویٹی سسٹم وائس کنٹرول سسٹم پینورامک سن روف وائرلیس فون چارجر ایم جی پائلٹ خودکار ایمرجنسی بریکنگ (AED) ایڈاپٹیو کروز کنٹرول ٹریفک جام اسسٹنس لین کیپ اسسٹنس فرںٹ کولیژن وارننگ بلائنڈ اسپاٹ مانیٹرنگ 360 ڈگری کیمرہ 7 ایئر بیگ فرنٹ اینڈ رئیر پارکنگ سینسر انڈکٹیو الیکٹرک ٹیل گیٹ گاڑی میں اس کے علاوہ مزید کئی فیچرز موجود ہیں لیکن ہم انتظار کریں گے کمپنی ان فیچرز کو سامنے لائے۔ الیکٹرک کاروں کا پاکستان میں روشن مستقبل ہے کیونکہ حکومت نے آٹو پالیسی 2026-2021 کے تحت الیکٹرک وہیکلز کیلئے کئی فوائد مختص کیے ہیں۔ اہم نوٹ خیال رہے کہ ایم جی مارول آر فی الحال پاکستان میں فروخت کے لیے موجود نہیں ہے کیونکہ ایم جی پاکستان نے اسے تحقیقی مقصد کے لیے ڈسپلے کیا ہے تاکہ صارفین سے اس گاڑی کے بارے ردعمل حاصل کیا جا سکے۔