Comparison:Skoda Kamiq 2024 (new) Vs. MG ZS 2024 (new)

Dimensions

The 'Dimensions' are where the rubber meets the road, quite literally. The MG ZS boasts a length of 4323 mm, outstretching the Kamiq's 4241 mm; it seems size does matter. However, Skoda swings back with a superior wheelbase of 2651 mm, trumping the ZS's 2580 mm—long legs do have their advantages. Width-wise, MG puffs out its chest both with (2048 mm) and without mirrors (1809 mm), overshadowing the Kamiq. Yet in height, the MG stands tall at 1653 mm, a figure the Skoda's 1527 mm can't quite reach. Despite the MG's confident stance, the Kamiq tiptoes with an exceptional ground clearance of up to 188 mm, depending on the model, proving this battle is a game of inches (or millimeters).

Boot/interior

The 'Boot/interior' space is like a magician's hat; it's what's inside that counts. The MG ZS conjures an impressive 448 liters of boot space, while the Kamiq varies from 278 to a capacious 400 liters, depending on your choice of engine. With rear seats folded, the ZS continues to lead with a cavernous 1375 liters. It remains a tie in seating capacity, with both offering five seats. Isofix comes standard on both, ensuring the safety of your little escape artists is not left to chance. The ZS might be the one to vanish with your baggage, but both prove practical choices for families and adventurers alike.

Engines/drivetrain

Under the hood, the 'Engines/drivetrain' parameter presents a choice ballet of gears and cylinders. The MG dances between a minimalist single gear on its EV variant and up to six on its feistier 1.0 T-GDI Luxury. On the other side, the Kamiq plays a different tune, ranging from five to a swift seven gears. Both sport three to four cylinders, depending on your penchant for power. If you fancy speed, the Kamiq can soar up to 215 km/h while the ZS trails with a max of 180 km/h, perhaps a testament to composed British restraint. Yet for those who value torque and cubic capacity, both marquees offer a spectrum to cater to your acceleration fantasies, be it a leisurely cruise or a sprightly dash.

Consumption/ecology

For the environmentally conscious, the 'Consumption/ecology' chapter is less about the roar of the engine and more about the whisper of sustainability. The MG ZS swells its chest with a 45-liter tank, outdoing the Kamiq's modest 14-liter minimum. Co2 emissions swing the spotlight back onto the Kamiq, with its 1.0 TGI Ambition emitting a meager 100 g/km compared to the ZS's minimum of 149 g/km. Both vehicles offer comparable tyre sizes, but it’s in the symphony of noise where the Kamiq takes a quiet bow, registering a whisper-quiet 64 dB at its quietest engine setting. The MG's roar ranges between 68 to 70 dB, perhaps singing a little too loudly for some.

Weight/towing

In the 'Weight/towing' category, we raise the curtain on the battle of robustness and hauling heft. The MG ZS's 1620 kg at its heaviest stands undaunted against the Kamiq's trimmer 1364 kg. While the MG ZS carries modest trailers of 500 kg with or without brakes, the Kamiq flexes with up to 1250 kg braked capacity, depending on your engine choice. And if it's the roof or towbar load you're considering, the Kamiq might just edge ahead with a heavier towbar capacity. Yet, for a family trip or a weekend escapade, both marques showcase an affinity for adventure and practicality.