Compare performance (197 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 27000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or SsangYong Korando?
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 clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the SsangYong Korando costs 27000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9000 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG ZS manages with 5 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.50 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the MG ZS has a minimal edge – offering 197 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the SsangYong Korando performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 191 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Korando pulls decisively stronger with 360 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 212 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, MG ZS is slightly lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers somewhat more room – 551 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs to a small extent better – up to 1457 L, which is about 209 L more than the SsangYong Korando.
When it comes to payload, MG ZS hardly perceptible takes the win – 470 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
The SsangYong Korando leads convincingly 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 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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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Price
27000 - 42000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.80 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 km
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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
0 - 197 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
1517 - 1840 kg
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
4430 mm
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Length
4450 - 4465 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
1620 - 1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Max trunk capacity
1248 L
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 197 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.40 s
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 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
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
MG
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Brand
SsangYong
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The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.