Compare performance (197 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Kia K4?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
MG ZS has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the Kia K4 costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7714 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG ZS manages with 5 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.80 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the MG ZS has a slight edge – offering 197 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia K4 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia K4 pulls convincingly stronger with 265 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, MG ZS is barely noticeable lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1415 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers hardly perceptible more room – 443 L compared to 438 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.
When it comes to payload, MG ZS minimal takes the win – 470 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
The MG ZS proves to be performs better in key areas and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MG ZS is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsKia K4 shakes up the compact-sedan crowd with concept-car looks, a smartly packaged cabin, and the kind of easygoing refinement that makes rush hour feel less like a chore. It blends value, tech, and a dash of attitude, serving up a smooth, confident drive that might have you taking the long way home just to show off those angles.
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Price
25700 - 32800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 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
113 - 145 g/km
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co2
132 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
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Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
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Length
4430 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Payload
435 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 197 HP
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Power HP
115 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 145 kW
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Power kW
85 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Kia
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The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.