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MG ZS vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (18,000 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or McLaren GT Series?

MG ZS vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences

MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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McLaren GT Series

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ZS

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 18,000 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 157,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG ZS uses 5.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.8 L/100km.

GT Series

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 McLaren GT Series offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 438 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.7 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers clearly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 482 Nm more.

ZS

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: MG ZS offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, MG ZS is moderately lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,520 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG ZS holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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ZS

MG ZS

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 197 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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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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Reviews MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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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.

McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
Price
175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
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
115 - 145 g/km
co2
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
Curb weight
1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,818 mm
Width
2,045 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
148 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
1,495 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
MG
Brand
McLaren
What drive types are available for the MG ZS?

The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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