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Audi A3 Limousine vs MG MG3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 15400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or MG MG3?

Audi A3 Limousine

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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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £ , while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12265 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.40 L per 100 km – no difference here.

MG3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Limousine has a clearly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 206 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A3 Limousine pulls significantly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 352 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, MG MG3 is slight lighter – 1237 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers noticeable more room – 425 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Limousine minimal takes the win – 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 sits 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.

Audi A3 Limousine
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from about £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

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

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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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Audi A3 Limousine
MG MG3

Costs and Consumption

Price
27700 - 58300 £
Price
15400 - 21400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
293 L
Length
-
Length
4113 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
-
Height
1502 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
983 L
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
-
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
MG
Is the Audi A3 Limousine offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A3 Limousine is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.