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MG ZS vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

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?

MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ZS

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.

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.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

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.

ZS

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

MG ZS
VW Tiguan

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Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km

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 Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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The 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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MG ZS
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
113 - 145 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
460 - 533 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
96 - 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, F, 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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.