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MG ZS vs VW Polo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (197 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 17000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or VW Polo?

MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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VW Polo

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

VW Polo has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the MG ZS costs 18000 £. That’s a price difference of around 990 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG ZS manages with 5 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Polo has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 207 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs noticeable better – reaching 240 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 61 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls significantly stronger with 320 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 172 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, VW Polo is to a small extent lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MG ZS offers clearly perceptible more room – 443 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG ZS performs distinct better – up to 1457 L, which is about 332 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, MG ZS slight takes the win – 470 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Polo shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £17,000
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VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L
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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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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
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
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
MG
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the MG ZS?

The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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