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Audi A3 Limousine vs MG MG3 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 15,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or MG MG3?

Audi A3 Limousine vs MG MG3: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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MG MG3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MG MG3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,265 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.4 L/100km – no difference here.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Limousine offers substantially more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 206 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 352 Nm more.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG3 is very slightly lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,360 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers clearly more boot space – 425 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Limousine carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £27,700
A3 Limousine

Audi A3 Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
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Audi A3 Limousine

The Audi A3 sedan dresses up compact practicality in clean, premium lines, giving you the feel of an upscale small car with a proper boot. Inside it’s neat, driver-focused and nicely finished — a sensible, enjoyable daily companion that prefers poise over showy theatrics.

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MG MG3

The MG3 is a cheeky city hatch that pairs bold, youthful styling with sprightly handling for drivers who want personality on a budget. Its cabin is bright and cleverly packaged, offering sensible space and a fun-to-drive character that turns mundane commutes into something a bit more enjoyable.

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I've owned the MG3 Hybrid for a year — I travel a lot, never a dull moment; comes fully loaded as standard, incredible acceleration, etc.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
293 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Limousine?

The Audi A3 Limousine is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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