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Hyundai i20 vs MG ZS - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (100 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (17400 £ vs 18000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or MG ZS?

Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i20 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17400 £, while the MG ZS costs 18000 £. That’s a price difference of around 591 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG ZS manages with 5 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MG ZS has a clearly edge – offering 197 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 97 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG ZS is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 8.70 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.10 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i20 performs slight better – reaching 183 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai i20 pulls evident stronger with 200 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 52 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Hyundai i20 is distinct lighter – 1088 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers distinct more room – 443 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1457 L, which is about 292 L more than the Hyundai i20.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i20 slight takes the win – 472 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race?

The MG ZS proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MG ZS is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £18,000
ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation

MG ZS

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 197 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 6.5 L
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Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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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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Reviews Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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Jason
17 Nov 2025, 01:46:25

Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

Reviews MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
17400 - 24000 £
Price
18000 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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
-
co2
119 - 121 g/km
co2
113 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1088 - 1190 kg
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4065 - 4075 mm
Length
4430 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1818 mm
Height
1450 - 1455 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1165 L
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Payload
450 - 472 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
79 - 100 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
166 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Torque
113 - 200 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
58 - 74 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1197 cm3
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Hyundai
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MG

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What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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