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Hyundai Tucson vs MG ZS - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 18000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or MG ZS?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

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 somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the Hyundai Tucson costs 20900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2906 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

ZS

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 Hyundai Tucson has a noticeable edge – offering 288 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs somewhat better – reaching 204 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls clearly stronger with 379 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 231 Nm difference.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, MG ZS is to a small extent lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 212 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers evident more room – 620 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs slightly better – up to 1799 L, which is about 342 L more than the MG ZS.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson slightly takes the win – 545 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson sits 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.

Hyundai Tucson
MG ZS

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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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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Hyundai Tucson
MG ZS

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
18000 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
113 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4430 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1818 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.