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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 11614 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Touring Sports manages with 4.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.
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 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 197 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports performs slight better – reaching 180 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, MG ZS is somewhat lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1485 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers clearly perceptible more room – 596 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 153 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports performs barely noticeable better – up to 1606 L, which is about 149 L more than the MG ZS.
When it comes to payload, MG ZS barely noticeable takes the win – 470 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
The MG ZS proves to be wins by a narrow margin and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MG ZS is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Price
29600 - 36400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 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
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1485 - 1515 kg
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
4430 mm
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Length
4650 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Max trunk capacity
1591 - 1606 L
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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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
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
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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
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 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
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Toyota
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The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.