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MG ZS EV vs Toyota C-HR+
Selected trimTrophy Long Range 72kWh · 2022-25Change trim273 mi · 72.6 kWh · £33,495
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,495
At a glance
The MG ZS EV was replaced by the MG S5 EV in 2025. Compare the MG S5 EV with the Toyota C-HR+
In this comparison, MG ZS EV leads on city driving, while the Toyota C-HR+ leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MG ZS EV if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Toyota C-HR+ if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota C-HR+ leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueToyota
MG
5.8
Toyota
6.3
Motorway RangeToyota
MG
2.5
Toyota
5
Family
MG
6.3
Toyota
6.6
Too close to call
ChargingToyota
MG
0.6
Toyota
4.4
Cost Per MileToyota
MG
2.1
Toyota
9.1
City DrivingMG
MG
5.7
Toyota
5.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MG ZS EVTrophy Long Range 72kWh | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,495 (better) | £34,495 |
| Official range | 273 miles | 283 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 448 L (better) | 416 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.4 sec | 8.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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MG ZS EV
Toyota C-HR+
Length
MG ZS EV4,323mm-197mm
Toyota C-HR+4,520mm
Width
MG ZS EV1,809mm-61mm
Toyota C-HR+1,870mm
Height
MG ZS EV1,625mm
Toyota C-HR+1,595mm-30mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MG ZS EVTrophy Long Range 72kWh | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,323 mm | 4,520 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,809 mm (better) | 1,870 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,068 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,625 mm | 1,595 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | 11 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 591 mm spare (better) | 530 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MG ZS EVTrophy Long Range 72kWh | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 448 L (better) | 416 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1457 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  MG ZS EV Trophy Long Range 72kWh |  Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.52m+197mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.87m+61mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.59m-30mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.58m | 2.75m+165mm |
| Ground Clearance | 161mm | 185mm+24mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 448L (better) | 416L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1457L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 11m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,620kg (better) | 1,828kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 72.6kWh (better) | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 273 mi | 283 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 76kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,495 (better) | £34,495 |
| Price after EV grant | £33,495 (not eligible) | £32,995 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2022–2025 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MG ZS EVTrophy Long Range 72kWh | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 273 miles | 283 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 199 miles | 235 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 76 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 178 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 68.3 kWh (better) | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MG ZS EVTrophy Long Range 72kWh | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.4 sec | 8.4 sec |
| Power | 115 kW | 123 kW (better) |
| Torque | 280 Nm (better) | 269 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
MG ZS EV
Trophy Long Range 72kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Toyota C-HR+
Standard Range
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MG ZS EV Trophy Long Range 72kWh
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist70%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MG ZS EVTrophy Long Range 72kWh | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 128,748 km | 160,000 km (better) |
Buying options
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MG ZS EV
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Toyota C-HR+
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MG ZS EV
- £14,8922024Car360View
- £17,3162023Car360View
- £16,7282024Car360View
Toyota C-HR+
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota C-HR+ worth the extra £1,000 over the MG ZS EV?
The Toyota C-HR+ costs £1,000 more than the MG ZS EV. For that premium it adds 74 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota C-HR+ comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MG ZS EV or the Toyota C-HR+?
The MG ZS EV is £1,000 cheaper to buy. The Toyota C-HR+ is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £192 for the MG ZS EV, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MG ZS EV comes out roughly £720 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MG ZS EV and Toyota C-HR+ like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 199 miles for the MG ZS EV and 235 miles for the Toyota C-HR+ - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota C-HR+ goes roughly 37 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-36 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MG ZS EV or the Toyota C-HR+?
The MG ZS EV is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 61 mm narrower than the Toyota C-HR+. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 591 mm of total clearance for the MG ZS EV and about 530 mm of total clearance for the Toyota C-HR+.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MG ZS EV or the Toyota C-HR+?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the MG ZS EV and 84% for the Toyota C-HR+. That gives the MG ZS EV a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Toyota C-HR+ has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the MG ZS EV.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .