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VW T-Cross vs MG ZS comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 18,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW T-Cross or MG ZS?

VW T-Cross vs MG ZS: Key differences

VW T-Cross

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter

MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • very slightly more efficient

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

T-Cross

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 is a bit cheaper – starting at 18,000 £ , while the VW T-Cross costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,403 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG ZS uses 5.1 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

ZS

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 MG ZS offers markedly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW T-Cross is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW T-Cross delivers significantly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm more.

T-Cross

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, VW T-Cross is very slightly lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 1,330 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Cross carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG ZS has the upper hand 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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VW T-Cross

The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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Reviews VW T-Cross

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

MG ZS

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Reviews MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
124 - 136 g/km
co2
115 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,784 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
463 - 480 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,495 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
VW
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the VW T-Cross have?

The VW T-Cross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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