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MG ZS vs Skoda Elroq – Which car suits you better?

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

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

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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 Skoda Elroq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 11066 £.

Elroq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Engine and Performance:

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 Skoda Elroq has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Elroq 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: Skoda Elroq pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 531 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 convincingly lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 623 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers slight more room – 470 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs slight better – up to 1580 L, which is about 123 L more than the MG ZS.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq somewhat takes the win – 531 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Elroq proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Elroq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,100
Elroq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 km

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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Skoda Elroq

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The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.

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MG ZS
Skoda Elroq
ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation
Elroq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
113 - 145 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
470 - 531 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Skoda
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.