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MG ZS vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (197 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 36500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or VW Passat?

MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ZS

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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £, while the VW Passat costs 36500 £. That’s a price difference of around 18471 £.

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

Passat

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Passat has a distinct edge – offering 272 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 71 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Passat pulls convincingly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 252 Nm difference.

ZS

Space and Everyday Use:

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 1573 kg. The difference is around 243 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers noticeable more room – 690 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 247 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs distinct better – up to 1920 L, which is about 463 L more than the MG ZS.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat a bit takes the win – 577 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £36,500
Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km
MG ZS
VW Passat

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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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VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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MG ZS
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
36500 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
113 - 145 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
MG
Brand
VW
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.