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MG ZS vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (197 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (18,000 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or SsangYong Korando?

MG ZS vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ZS

Costs and Efficiency:

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,000 £ , while the SsangYong Korando costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG ZS uses 5.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Korando

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the MG ZS offers marginally more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 212 Nm more.

ZS

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, MG ZS is slightly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.

When it comes to payload, the MG ZS carries only slightly more – 470 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Korando holds a solid overall lead 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.

from £27,000
Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 km
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MG ZS

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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Reviews MG ZS

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Ahmed
30 Sept 2025, 14:05:11

With all the features it offers at that price, the MG has no competition. A BMW X1 of similar dimensions with a few extra upgrades costs more than twice as much, and considering that 40% of MG’s spare parts come from Germany (Bosch, Continental, etc.), I’d go for the MG ZS Hybrid without a second thought.

SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 145 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,495 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
MG
Brand
SsangYong
What drive types are available for the MG ZS?

The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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