Compare performance (197 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 24400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Renault Symbioz?
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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the Renault Symbioz costs 24400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6437 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the MG ZS has a slightly edge – offering 197 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG ZS is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.70 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault Symbioz performs minimal better – reaching 180 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Symbioz pulls significantly stronger with 265 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm difference.
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 hardly perceptible lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1359 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers evident more room – 576 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs to a small extent better – up to 1682 L, which is about 225 L more than the MG ZS.
When it comes to payload, MG ZS slight takes the win – 470 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.
The Renault Symbioz comes out modestly ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Renault Symbioz feels less like a traditional car and more like a rolling living room that's been told it's allowed to drive — its flowing lines and minimalist cabin are pure concept-car theatre that teases the future of everyday transport. For buyers with an eye for design and a taste for tech-forward ideas, the Symbioz is an alluring vision of what Renault could offer tomorrow, even if it's not yet a model you can park in your driveway.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Price
24400 - 30700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 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
102 - 136 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
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Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Length
4430 mm
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Length
4413 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Max trunk capacity
1682 L
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Payload
455 - 459 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, 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
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
250 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 145 kW
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 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
C, D, E
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Renault
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The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.