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Suzuki Swift vs MG ZS comparison

Compare performance (82 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 18,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Swift or MG ZS?

Suzuki Swift vs MG ZS: Key differences

Suzuki Swift

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • visibly lighter

MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Swift

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.

Suzuki Swift is only slightly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the MG ZS costs 18,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 849 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Swift uses 4.4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the MG ZS with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

ZS

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 MG ZS offers substantially more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG ZS delivers noticeably more torque with 148 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 36 Nm more.

Swift

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, Suzuki Swift is visibly lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,330 kg. The difference is around 261 kg.

When it comes to payload, the MG ZS carries noticeably more – 470 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 174 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG ZS stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £18,000
ZS

MG ZS

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 197 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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Reviews Suzuki Swift

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Kris
9 Apr 2026, 18:26:38

Superb quality, fun to drive, and every bit of well layed out kit you'll ever need.

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Ahmed
30 Sept 2025, 14:05:11

With all the features it offers at that price, the MG has no competition. A BMW X1 of similar dimensions with a few extra upgrades costs more than twice as much, and considering that 40% of MG’s spare parts come from Germany (Bosch, Continental, etc.), I’d go for the MG ZS Hybrid without a second thought.

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MG ZS

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 21,200 £
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
98 - 110 g/km
co2
115 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
3,860 mm
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
1,485 - 1,510 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
282 - 296 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
82 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
112 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
1,495 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
MG
Is the Suzuki Swift offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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