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GWM ORA 03 vs MG MG3 comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 15,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or MG MG3?

GWM ORA 03 vs MG MG3: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

ORA 03

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the GWM ORA 03 costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,000 £.

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 MG MG3 offers somewhat more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG3 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 03 delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm more.

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 clearly lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG3 carries clearly more – 448 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG3 comes out clearly 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 £15,400
MG3

MG MG3

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 194 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
GWM
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the GWM ORA 03 have?

The GWM ORA 03 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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