Comparison - Cupra Formentor 2021 - vs - MG ZS Exclusive 2020

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
£
39,830
Updated: 
09 Oct 2020
£
17,795
Updated: 
31 Jul 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2020
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
7-speed dual-clutch
5-speed Manual
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Petrol Blue Matte
#3E4756
Magnetic Tech Matte
#575A5D
Graphene Grey
#8B8C8E
Desire Red
#AE241D
Dark Camouflage
#595F61
Magnetic Tech
#515457
Midnight Black
#808080
Urban Silver
#B9B9BE
Candy White
#ECECEC
Color: 
Arctic white
#E3E3E4
Black pearl
#111111
Battersea blue
#0C0F47
Cosmic silver
#8F8F8F
Spiced orange
#B55F33
Dynamic red
#700A0E

Electric

Top Speed: 
155mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
4.90s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Cupra’s first standalone model is a handsome crossover with decent road manners and plenty of space

Pros
Sharp looks,
handles well for a crossover,
plenty of space and equipment

Cons
Fiddly touch-sensitive heater almost as annoying as having to explain the badge to your mates

By: 
topgear.com

Pros
Strong range of engine options
Great interior style and quality
Genuinely good fun to drive for an SUV

Cons
Fairly limited personalisation options
There are more practical options
Some infotainment frustrations

By: 
carwow.co.uk

The Cupra Formentor doesn't feel as playful as the closely related Volkswagen T-Roc R, but it’s every bit as fast in its similarly priced, range-topping form, plus it handles with composure and has a much nicer interior. In addition, cheaper, less powerful versions of the Formentor offer the same sporty looks as the flagship model – something that isn’t the case with lesser T-Rocs. Just bear in mind that you can have our 2021 Sports SUV of the Year, the Ford Puma ST, for not much more than the cheapest Formentor.

Pros
Well equipped
Surefooted and grippy handling
Smart interior

Cons
TSI 310 isn’t as much fun as the very best sports SUVs
Slightly hesitant automatic gearbox
Fiddly controls

By: 
whatcar.com

The MG ZS lobbed locally late last year to stake a claim on the highly competitive small SUV segment. But has the second SUV from the now Chinese-owned brand done enough to shift public perception?

Pros
Excellent road manners
Spritely three-pot turbo engine
Industry-leading seven-year warranty
Loaded with standard features
Sharp pricing

Cons
Four-star ANCAP rating a blot
No digital speedo
Noisy air-con compressor

By: 
caradvice.com.au

The MG ZS has its strengths, including its relatively classy interior, decent handling and roomy rear seats. However, a Duster Dacia is cheaper to buy, more comfortable and has a bigger boot.

Pros
Rear seat space
Cheaper than most rivals
Seven-year warranty

Cons
Poor safety rating
Uneconomical engines
So-so performance

By: 
whatcar.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy Info: 
combined:31.4-33.2 mpg Uk
High/Low/Combined MPG (uk) - 48.3/34.7/41.4
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
1.50L
Torque: 
295ft-lbs
at 5 450rpm
104ft-lbs
at 4 500rpm
Horsepower: 
305hp
at 6 600rpm
106hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.40Feet
36.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
no
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
R-EPS Progressive steering
Leather-wrapped multi-function sports steering wheel
Leather Gearshift knob/handle
Heated steering wheel
Adaptive cruise control (with "follow-to-stop") and speed limiter
Remote Central Locking
Full Digital Driver Information Display
Speed Sensing Locking
Rain Sensing Wipers
12v Power Socket
Speed Limiter
Leather Steering Wheel
Front & Rear Electric Windows with Driver's one-touch up/down

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
175.20in
170.10in
Width: 
72.40in
80.60in
Height: 
59.50in
65.00in
Front Track: 
62.40in
60.10in
Rear Track: 
61.30in
60.40in
Wheel Base: 
103.60in
101.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
43.20
41.00
Rear Head Room: 
38.80
39.10
Front Leg Room: 
42.10in
Rear leg room: 
36.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
55.40in
54.50in
Rear Shoulder room: 
53.60in
53.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
48.50cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1653lbs
1102lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
14.80cu.ft
15.80cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3624.00lbs
2731.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
no
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
no
More Instruments: 
10.25" Digital Cockpit
Washer fluid level indicator

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Keyless unlocking and ignition system
Exterior mirrors, power-folding, adjustable and heated with front passenger exterior mirror lowering function
Front and rear power windows
power steering

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Manually adjustable height and lumbar support for front seats
Two reading lights up in front and two in the rear
Textile sport seats
Height-adjustable front seats
Leather Style Upholstery with Contrast Stitching
Electric Driver's 6-way Adjustable Seat
Passenger's 4-way Adjustable Seat
Heated Front Seats
Front Seat Back Map Pockets
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Mechanical rear seat release
Folding center armrest
2nd Row 60:40 Split Fold Seat
3 Rear Seat Headrests

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Independent type McPherson - coil springs - hydraulic shock absorber
MacPherson Struts
Rear Suspension: 
Multilink axle, coil springs and hydraulic shock absorber
Multi-Link

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
yes
no
More Comfort Features: 
Climatronic 3 zones with AirCare & Air Quality Sensor
Air Conditioning

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
7 speakers
10" touchscreen infotainment system
Mobile phone interface
Voice Control
USB-C for wired smartphone integration
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
Private Emergency Call, Safety Services for 10 years
Remote access via app and online platform for 1 year
Online infotainment for 1 year
USB-C sockets or charging and infotainment control: two in front and two in seats
230-V outlet in boot and 12V socket in central console
6-Speaker Audio System with 3D Sound
AUX/USB, MP3
10.1" Colour Touchscreen
iGo In-Car Navigation
Apple CarPlay™
360° Parking Camera
USB Mobile Phone Charging Function

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Heat insulating windshield
Heat-insulating and tinted rear windows
Glossy Black roof rails
Rear spoiler
Bi-Function LED Headlights
Auto Headlights
LED Centre Brake Light
Silver Roof Rails
Electrically Adjustable, Folding, Heated, Body Colour Door Mirrors
Front and Rear Aero Wiper
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19"
17 in
Wheels more: 
Tyre Repair Kit
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
no
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
no
Rear brakes: 
ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Tiredness Recognition System
Lane Assist
Front Assist
3-point safety belts for front and rear seats, with visual and acoustic reminders
Traffic Sign Recognition
Light Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Front Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch
ARP (Anti Rolling Protection)
Hill Launch Assist
Driver's Seat Belt Reminder
Front Passenger's Seat Belt Reminder