Compare performance (326 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 15400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or MG MG3?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
MG MG3 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19251 £.
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 CUPRA Born has a significantly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Born is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.60 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Born performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the MG MG3 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls clearly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 397 Nm difference.
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 convincingly lighter – 1237 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 591 kg.
In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Born offers evident more room – 385 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.
In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Born performs evident better – up to 1267 L, which is about 284 L more than the MG MG3.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Born slight takes the win – 452 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.
The CUPRA Born is far ahead overall 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.
The CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.
detailsThe 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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Price
34700 - 45300 £
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Price
15400 - 21400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
427 - 594 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
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Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
293 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4113 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1540 mm
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Height
1502 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Max trunk capacity
983 L
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Payload
431 - 452 kg
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 326 HP
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Power HP
116 - 194 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
265 - 545 Nm
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Torque
148 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 - 240 kW
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Power kW
85 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
MG
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The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.