MG ZS vs BMW X2 Comparison

MG ZS

BMW X2

How they stack

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CarExpert Rating

Very Good

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

CarExpert Rating

Very Good

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

Based on the MG ZS ESSENCE TURBO

Based on the BMW X2 xDRIVE20i M SPORT

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

City driving

Luxury

Fuel Efficiency

41L - 55L

193 to 1172 km

54L

405 to 421 km

ANCAP Safety Rating

Warranty

10 year
warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$22,990 - $36,990

$77,300 - $94,300

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CarExpert's Take

James Wong

Marketplace Editor

James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Pretty good value
Great performance, refinement balance
Big gains in quality, practicality and tech

Misses

Ticking options can get pricey
Rear end design may polarise
No ANCAP safety rating... yet

Colours Available

Sloane Silver Metallic
Diamond Red Metallic
Regal Blue Metallic
Dover White
Pebble Black

Reviews

2025 MG ZS Essence Turbo review

The MG ZS Turbo is the one to buy if you’re thinking about this new small SUV and you can’t stretch to the hybrid.

Matt Campbell

2024 BMW X2 xDrive20i review

While all the hype is about the electric iX2, it's the entry petrol grade that should probably get the most attention in the second-gen range.

James Wong

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Specs

Type
PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, MULTI-POINT INJECTION, TURBO		TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION
Size (cc)
1495 - 1498		1998
Size (L)
1.5L		2.0L
Cylinders
4		4
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16		16
Power
81kW - 158kW		150kW - 233kW
Power RPM
5200 - 6000		5000 - 5750
Torque
140Nm - 465Nm		300Nm - 400Nm
Torque RPM
1800 - 4500		1450 - 2000
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
-		-

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