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Skoda Scala vs MG HS comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Scala or MG HS?

Skoda Scala vs MG HS: Key differences

Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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MG HS

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Scala

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Scala is markedly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the MG HS costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,563 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG HS uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

HS

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 MG HS offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG HS is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.2 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG HS delivers visibly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Scala

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Scala is clearly lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,735 kg. The difference is around 536 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG HS offers very slightly more boot space – 507 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Scala carries marginally more – 431 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG HS 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.

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MG HS

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 224 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 100 km
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Skoda Scala

The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Reviews Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Jose Ant.
1 Feb 2026, 04:13:05

The Scala is roomier inside than it looks, and very agile on both the highway and in town — ideal for practical, family use. It also uses less fuel.

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MG HS

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Mac Finn
29 Oct 2025, 11:27:52

Good perfomance and superbly low fuel consumption in daily use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Price
30,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
100 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
114 - 126 g/km
co2
14 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Curb weight
1,735 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
467 L
Trunk capacity
441 - 507 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,793 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
403 - 431 kg
Payload
400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
224 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
340 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
165 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Skoda
Brand
MG
Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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