Compare performance (392 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 18,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or MG ZS?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,000 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,209 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the MG ZS with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
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 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 502 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, MG ZS is visibly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers marginally more boot space – 470 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries marginally more – 480 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly superior overall 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.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
detailsThe MG ZS is a compact crossover that delivers strong value with a roomy cabin and straightforward tech, making it a sensible choice for budget-minded buyers. It’s easy to live with, offering comfortable rides and a practical layout that suits daily commutes and family errands.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
|
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
|
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
-
|
Electric Range
-
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
131 - 179 g/km
|
co2
115 - 145 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
|
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
470 L
|
Trunk capacity
443 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1,852 mm
|
Width
1,818 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
480 kg
|
Payload
375 - 470 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
|
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
|
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
|
Torque
148 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
|
Power kW
135 - 288 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
E, D, F, G
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
|
|
Brand
BMW
|
Brand
MG
|