Dacia Duster vs MG ZS — Which Should You Buy?
Side-by-side comparison with buying recommendations
Which is best for you?
Best for Families
Dacia Duster
5 seats, 520L cargo, 3★ safety
Best for City Driving
MG ZS
5.1 L/100km, better city value
Best for Highway
MG ZS
196 PS, 168 km/h
Best Resale Value
Dacia Duster
Very Good reputation, brand score 83
Risk Flags
Dacia Duster
- Euro NCAP 3-star result reduces safety confidence versus key rivals
- Rear visibility and thick rear pillars noted as a recurring complaint
- Some owner reports of tech glitches and intrusive warnings
MG ZS
- Reports of high engine revs and hill-load behaviour
- Motorway refinement and ride polish trail some rivals
- Mixed sentiment on dealer/service experience and software behaviour
Best Value Pick
Dacia Duster
Highest value perception score (90/100) based on features, pricing, and owner feedback.“Strong value-for-money consensus from owners and press”
VSI Radar Comparison
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Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | Dacia Duster Mild Hybrid 130 4x4 · 2025 | MG ZS Hybrid+ · 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Price & Rating | ||
| Price | — | — |
| VSI Score | 80/100 | 76/100 |
| VSI Tier | Very Good | Very Good |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine | 1.2L Inline-3 Petrol/Electric Mild Hybrid 48V | 1.5L Naturally Aspirated Hybrid (Hybrid+) with 3-speed hybrid automatic; NCM battery 1.83 kWh nominal (0.92 kWh usable) |
| Power | 128.2 PS | 196 PS |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | Auto 3 Speed |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Performance | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.7s |
| Top Speed | 178.6 km/h | 168 km/h |
| Fuel (Combined) | 6.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4343 mm | 4430 mm |
| Width | 1813 mm | 1818 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2657 mm | 2610 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 520 L | 443 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | — |
| NCAP Stars | 3★ | — |
| AEB | ✓ | ✓ |
| ACC | ✗ | ✓ |
| BSM | ✓ | ✓ |
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