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Audi Q8 vs MG MG3 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 15,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or MG MG3?

Audi Q8 vs MG MG3: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • significantly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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MG MG3

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially 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

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

MG MG3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,894 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the MG MG3 with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

MG3

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 Q8 offers significantly more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 446 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 702 Nm more.

Q8

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 substantially lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 938 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 217 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 comes out modestly ahead 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 £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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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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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
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 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
80 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 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
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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