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VW Touran vs MG ZS comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 18,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Touran or MG ZS?

VW Touran vs MG ZS: Key differences

VW Touran

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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MG ZS

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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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

Touran

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG ZS is significantly cheaper – starting at 18,000 £ , while the VW Touran costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,004 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG ZS uses 5.1 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 noticeably 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 MG ZS is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touran delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 212 Nm more.

Touran

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG ZS is somewhat lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,520 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touran carries visibly more – 601 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 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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The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Reviews VW Touran

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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Anders
23 May 2026, 15:27:48

It really is the Swiss Army knife. Six people on holiday at a summer cottage including all their luggage. Or how about four people in the car plus a dishwasher standing in as baggage. Or five people, two of them in child seats plus two strollers in the back. And it's also super comfortable on long trips. You sit well and it has a nice interior. Today there's nothing comparable that can replace it. Oh, and it actually does the 16–17 km/l it's rated for.

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MG ZS

The MG ZS is a compact crossover that delivers strong value with a roomy cabin and straightforward tech, making it a sensible choice for budget-minded buyers. It’s easy to live with, offering comfortable rides and a practical layout that suits daily commutes and family errands.

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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
36,000 - 45,300 £
Price
18,000 - 24,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
136 - 149 g/km
co2
115 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,520 - 1,631 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,420 kg
Trunk capacity
834 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,818 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
590 - 601 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
122 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,495 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
VW
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the VW Touran?

The VW Touran is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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