Compare performance (197 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or VW Tiguan?
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 VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15309 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Tiguan has a evident 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 Tiguan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 242 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls convincingly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 252 Nm difference.
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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeable more room – 652 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 209 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs to a small extent better – up to 1650 L, which is about 193 L more than the MG ZS.
When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan somewhat takes the win – 533 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
The VW Tiguan is far ahead overall 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 VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
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Price
18000 - 24000 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 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
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
113 - 145 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
443 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4430 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1818 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1457 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
375 - 470 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 197 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 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
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
MG
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Brand
VW
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The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.