MG MG ZS vs Peugeot 2008

The MG MG ZS starts from $22,990 before on-road costs, while the Peugeot 2008 opens at $42,490. That makes the MG MG ZS the more affordable entry point by $19,500.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $25,289 and $46,739 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Peugeot 2008 by roughly $1,425 in fuel alone.

Both the MG MG ZS and Peugeot 2008 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the MG MG ZS and 93% for the Peugeot 2008.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the MG MG ZS and 6 in the Peugeot 2008.

The MG MG ZS features a 10.3-inch touchscreen, while the Peugeot 2008 gets a 10-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG MG ZS stands out with Apple CarPlay and power tailgate that you will not find on the Peugeot 2008. The Peugeot 2008 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and Focal audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The MG MG ZS uses a Petrol producing 81kW and 140Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.9 seconds.

The Peugeot 2008 responds with a Hybrid making 100kW and 230Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.3 seconds.

The Peugeot 2008 has the clear power advantage at 100kW vs 81kW. In the real-world sprint, the Peugeot 2008 is 1.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The MG MG ZS measures 4,430mm long on a 2,610mm wheelbase, 130mm longer than the Peugeot 2008 at 4,300mm (2,605mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG MG ZS generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 359L in the MG MG ZS and 434L in the Peugeot 2008, giving the Peugeot 2008 a 75L advantage.

For towing, the MG MG ZS leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,100kg. That 400kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,910/year for the MG MG ZS and $1,625/year for the Peugeot 2008. That is a $285 annual difference in favour of the Peugeot 2008.

Estimated annual total: $1,910 (MG MG ZS) vs $1,625 (Peugeot 2008). The Peugeot 2008 saves you roughly $285 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 10 years / 250,000km (MG MG ZS) vs 5 years / 200,000km (Peugeot 2008). The MG MG ZS has longer coverage.