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Audi A5 Sportback vs MG ZS - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 18000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or MG ZS?

Audi A5 Sportback

MG ZS

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

MG ZS has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £, while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £. That’s a price difference of around 20751 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback has a clearly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 71 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls clearly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 402 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: MG ZS offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, MG ZS is evident lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers slight more room – 445 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs slightly better – up to 1457 L, which is about 158 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback to a small extent takes the win – 530 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A5 Sportback shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £38,700
A5 Sportback @ Audi AG

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 107 - 110 km
Audi A5 Sportback
MG ZS

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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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MG ZS

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The MG ZS arrives as a cheeky and practical choice for shoppers who want SUV style and family-friendly space without blowing the budget. It may not pretend to be premium, but with sensible equipment, easy-to-live-with driving manners and surprising value, it makes a persuasive case for anyone after sensible transport with a bit of personality.

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Audi A5 Sportback
MG ZS
A5 Sportback @ Audi AG
ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
18000 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
113 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4430 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1818 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
MG
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.