Compare performance (197 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 21700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Skoda Kamiq?
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 distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the Skoda Kamiq costs 21700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3720 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG ZS manages with 5 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.30 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 distinct edge – offering 197 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kamiq is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.10 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kamiq performs somewhat better – reaching 216 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kamiq pulls clearly stronger with 250 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is minimal lighter – 1231 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers minimal more room – 443 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs barely noticeable better – up to 1457 L, which is about 62 L more than the Skoda Kamiq.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq a bit takes the win – 539 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
The MG ZS sits just ahead overall 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Price
21700 - 31900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 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
121 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1231 - 1340 kg
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Trunk capacity
400 L
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Length
4430 mm
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Length
4241 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1793 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Max trunk capacity
1395 L
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Payload
439 - 539 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
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
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Max Speed
183 - 216 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 145 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 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
D
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Skoda
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The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.