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    The new MG3 is a small car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $20,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Vibe variant and topping out at $29,990 for the Essence Hybrid+.

    There are 5 variants of the MG3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2025.

    Engine options include 1.5L in-line (81kW/142Nm) and 1.5L in-line (155kW/425Nm). Available with variable sp automatic or automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    The new 2025 MG3 is offered with a 10 year, 250,000 km warranty.

    Retail Price

    $20,990 - $29,990

    Transmission

    3-speed auto or Auto (CVT)

    Driven Wheels

    Front

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded or Unleaded

    Body Types

    Hatchback

    Powertrain Type

    Front-wheel Drive

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    Retail Price

    $20,990 - $29,990

    Transmission

    3-speed auto or Auto (CVT)

    Driven Wheels

    Front

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded or Unleaded

    Body Types

    Hatchback

    Powertrain Type

    Front-wheel Drive

    Expert Rating

    Good

    6 Reviews

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    Available Variants

    The MG3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Vibe and the most expensive being Essence Hybrid+.

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    Reviews

    CarExpert Rating
    Good
    The MG 3 Hybrid+ is a surprisingly peppy, enjoyable electrified hatch, but it needs one thing fixed before we can recommend it.
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    Pros

    • Attractive cabin with great storage
    • Smooth, punchy powertrain
    • Great value for money

    Cons

    • Alarming power loss issue
    • Annoying active safety technology
    • Lack of physical switchgear frustrates
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    Power to Weight
    67.56 - 119.41 kW/t
    63.74 kW/t
    119.41 kW/t
    Boot Space
    293 litres
    250 litres
    440 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    4.3 - 6 L/100km
    3.3 L/100km
    6 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    750 - 837 km
    750 km
    1,091 km
    Price
    $20,990 - $29,990
    $20,990
    $34,590
    Warranty (Years)
    10 years
    5 years
    10 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    250,000 km
    250,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    New this year - 1 year
    1 year
    7 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,657 - 1,766 kg
    1,365 kg
    1,766 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    500 kg
    500 kg
    1,000 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    148 - 149 mm
    115 mm
    152 mm
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    Dimensions

    4,113 mm
    1,797 mm
    1,502 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,113 mm
    Overall Width1,797 mm
    Overall Height1,502 mm
    Wheelbase2,570 mm
    Load Capacity458 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest MG3 is the Vibe that starts from $20,990.

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    The most expensive MG3 is the Essence Hybrid+ that starts from $29,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a MG3 is 500 kg offered by the following variants: Vibe, Excite, Essence, Excite Hybrid+ and Essence Hybrid+.

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    The largest MG3 is the Vibe which measures 1797mm wide, 4113mm in length and sits 1502mm tall.

    The most powerful MG3 is the Excite Hybrid+ which has 155kW of power from its 1.5L In-Line engine.

    The MG3 is built in China and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest MG3 is the Essence Hybrid+ which weighs 1766 kg (kerb weight).

    The MG3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.

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