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MG ZS vs Peugeot 308 SW – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Peugeot 308 SW?

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

ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG ZS has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £, while the Peugeot 308 SW costs 30100 £. That’s a price difference of around 12129 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 SW manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

308 SW @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

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 barely noticeable edge – offering 197 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 SW is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 SW performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 225 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 SW pulls convincingly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 152 Nm difference.

ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation

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 curb weight, MG ZS is to a small extent lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1484 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 SW offers slightly more room – 551 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 SW performs barely noticeable better – up to 1483 L, which is about 26 L more than the MG ZS.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 308 SW slight takes the win – 508 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Peugeot 308 SW proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 SW is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,100
308 SW @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

Peugeot 308 SW

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.20 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 410 km

MG ZS

5 (1)
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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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Peugeot 308 SW

4.5 (2)
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The Peugeot 308 SW blends French flair with estate practicality, dressing up daily chores in a surprisingly handsome package. Inside it's cleverly laid out and comfortable, and the composed, entertaining drive makes family duty feel a little less like a chore.

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MG ZS
Peugeot 308 SW
ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation
308 SW @ Peugeot / Stellantis Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
30100 - 43800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.20 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
78 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
113 - 145 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1484 - 1783 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
467 - 551 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
4636 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
1402 - 1483 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
417 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
MG
Brand
Peugeot
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.