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CUPRA Born vs MG MG3 - Differences and prices compared

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?

CUPRA Born

MG MG3

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 £.

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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 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.

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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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

CUPRA Born
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CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16 kWh
  • Electric Range : 427 - 594 km

CUPRA Born

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.

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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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CUPRA Born
MG MG3

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 45300 £
Price
15400 - 21400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
293 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4113 mm
Width
1809 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1502 mm
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Max trunk capacity
983 L
Payload
431 - 452 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Born have?

The CUPRA Born is available as Rear-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.