Compare performance (140 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 18000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or MG ZS?
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 evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the Kia Ceed costs 23500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5486 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG ZS manages with 5 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.
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 MG ZS has a distinct edge – offering 197 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG ZS is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 8.70 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed pulls convincingly stronger with 253 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia Ceed is hardly perceptible lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 32 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers to a small extent more room – 443 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed slight takes the win – 490 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The MG ZS is decisively ahead 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 Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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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
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
113 - 145 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Length
-
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Length
4430 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1635 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
116 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
148 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
85 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
MG
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The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.