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BMW 2 Series vs MG ZS comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 18,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or MG ZS?

BMW 2 Series vs MG ZS: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

MG ZS is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,000 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the MG ZS with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

ZS

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 502 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: MG ZS offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, MG ZS is moderately lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

When it comes to payload, the MG ZS carries moderately more – 470 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,200
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L/100km
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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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MG ZS

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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Reviews MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Ahmed
30 Sept 2025, 14:05:11

With all the features it offers at that price, the MG has no competition. A BMW X1 of similar dimensions with a few extra upgrades costs more than twice as much, and considering that 40% of MG’s spare parts come from Germany (Bosch, Continental, etc.), I’d go for the MG ZS Hybrid without a second thought.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
115 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,495 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
MG
Is the BMW 2 Series offered with different drivetrains?

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

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