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MG ZS vs Toyota Yaris – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Toyota Yaris?

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

ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG ZS has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £, while the Toyota Yaris costs 21900 £. That’s a price difference of around 3866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris manages with 3.80 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

Yaris @ Toyota Motor Corporation

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 Toyota Yaris has a distinct edge – offering 280 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 83 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 230 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls decisively stronger with 390 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 242 Nm difference.

ZS @ MG Motor / SAIC Motor Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota Yaris is evident lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers distinct more room – 443 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs evident better – up to 1457 L, which is about 522 L more than the Toyota Yaris.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris to a small extent takes the win – 525 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Yaris proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Yaris is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £21,900
Yaris @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Yaris

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 9.5 L

MG ZS

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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 Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.

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MG ZS
Toyota Yaris
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Yaris @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
21900 - 46700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 145 g/km
co2
87 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
3940 - 3995 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1745 - 1805 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1455 - 1500 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
289 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
116 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3

General

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

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.