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MG ZS vs Toyota Corolla Cross - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (197 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Toyota Corolla Cross?

MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla Cross

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ZS

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

MG ZS has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Cross manages with 4.90 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

Corolla Cross

Engine and Performance:

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 barely noticeable edge – offering 197 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Corolla Cross performs barely noticeable better – reaching 180 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

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 curb weight, MG ZS is slight lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers hardly perceptible more room – 443 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1457 L, which is about 120 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross to a small extent takes the win – 560 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG ZS is clearly superior 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.

MG ZS
Toyota Corolla Cross

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ZS

MG ZS

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 197 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 6.5 L

MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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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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Toyota Corolla Cross

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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MG ZS
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
113 - 145 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
MG
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the MG ZS?

The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.