Compare performance (197 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 62300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or Volvo V90?
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 Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44314 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 4.20 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 Volvo V90 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Volvo V90 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 180 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 168 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 561 Nm difference.
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 significantly lighter – 1330 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 745 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers minimal more room – 488 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs minimal better – up to 1457 L, which is about 3 L more than the Volvo V90.
When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 minimal takes the win – 515 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Volvo V90 sits well ahead of its rival 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 Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Price
62300 - 71700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.80 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
88 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
113 - 145 g/km
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co2
18 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
41 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 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
2075 kg
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Trunk capacity
488 L
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Length
4430 mm
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Length
4945 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1879 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
1472 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Max trunk capacity
1454 L
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Payload
515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin 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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 197 HP
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Power HP
398 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
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Max Speed
168 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
659 - 709 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
293 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Volvo
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The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.