Compare performance (197 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Skoda Scala?
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 slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the Skoda Scala costs 20900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2914 £.
Both cars consume an average of 5 L per 100 km – no difference here.
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 noticeable 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 Scala is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 8.20 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Scala performs to a small extent better – reaching 221 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Scala pulls convincingly stronger with 250 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 102 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, Skoda Scala is somewhat lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Scala offers minimal more room – 467 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1457 L, which is about 47 L more than the Skoda Scala.
When it comes to payload, MG ZS hardly perceptible takes the win – 470 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.
The MG ZS is barely 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 Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Price
20900 - 30700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 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
114 - 126 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
Hatchback
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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
1199 - 1271 kg
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Trunk capacity
467 L
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Length
4430 mm
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Length
4362 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
1514 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Max trunk capacity
1410 L
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Payload
403 - 431 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
8.2 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 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
C, 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.