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MG ZS vs Vauxhall Corsa – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether MG ZS or Vauxhall Corsa fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £, while the Vauxhall Corsa costs 19600 £. That’s a price difference of around 1629 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Corsa manages with 4.60 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 noticeable edge – offering 197 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Corsa pulls decisively stronger with 260 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 112 Nm difference.

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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, Vauxhall Corsa is slightly lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers noticeable more room – 443 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs evident better – up to 1457 L, which is about 376 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, MG ZS slight takes the win – 470 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The MG ZS proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MG ZS is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £18,000
ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation

MG ZS

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 197 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 6.5 L

MG ZS

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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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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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MG ZS
Vauxhall Corsa
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Costs and Consumption

Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
113 - 145 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
4061 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
MG
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the MG ZS?

The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.