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BMW i5 Touring vs MG MG3 – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: BMW i5 Touring or MG MG3?

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

i5 Touring @ BMW Group Press

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £, while the BMW i5 Touring costs 61900 £. That’s a price difference of around 46465 £.

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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 BMW i5 Touring has a convincingly edge – offering 601 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 407 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW i5 Touring performs to a small extent better – reaching 230 km/h, while the MG MG3 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i5 Touring pulls decisively stronger with 820 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 672 Nm difference.

i5 Touring @ BMW Group Press

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, MG MG3 is clearly lighter – 1237 kg compared to 2255 kg. The difference is around 1018 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers clearly more room – 570 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 277 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW i5 Touring performs clearly better – up to 1700 L, which is about 717 L more than the MG MG3.

When it comes to payload, BMW i5 Touring a bit takes the win – 560 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW i5 Touring proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW i5 Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £61,900
i5 Touring @ BMW Group Press

BMW i5 Touring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 17.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 522 - 602 km
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BMW i5 Touring

The BMW i5 Touring marries the everyday usefulness of a roomy estate with the hushed, premium feel of a modern electric BMW. It’s an appealing choice for buyers who want confident, relaxed driving and executive poise without sacrificing weekend practicality — and it even makes loading skis feel slightly glamorous.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
61900 - 87000 £
Price
15400 - 21400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2255 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
293 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
4113 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
1502 mm
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Max trunk capacity
983 L
Payload
535 - 560 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
MG

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Is the BMW i5 Touring offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 Touring is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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