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MG Marvel R vs MG ZS comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 18,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG Marvel R or MG ZS?

MG Marvel R vs MG ZS: Key differences

MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Marvel R

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG ZS is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,000 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,286 £.

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 MG Marvel R offers noticeably more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers considerably more torque with 665 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 517 Nm more.

Marvel R

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG ZS is noticeably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

When it comes to payload, the MG Marvel R carries barely more – 478 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG Marvel R 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.

from £40,300
Marvel R

MG Marvel R

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 180 - 288 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 370 - 402 km
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MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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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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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
40,300 - 43,700 £
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
115 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
Trunk capacity
357 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,674 mm
Length
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Width
1,919 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
1,613 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
453 - 478 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,495 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
MG
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the MG Marvel R have?

The MG Marvel R is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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