Compare performance (140 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (23500 £ vs 15400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed or MG MG3?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
MG MG3 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £ , while the Kia Ceed costs 23500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8057 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG MG3 manages with 4.40 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.
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 has a evident edge – offering 194 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG3 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed pulls convincingly stronger with 253 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 105 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 slight lighter – 1237 kg compared to 1298 kg. The difference is around 61 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers noticeable more room – 395 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed hardly perceptible takes the win – 490 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.
Overall, the MG MG3 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23500 - 26300 £
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Price
15400 - 21400 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
137 - 146 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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
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Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
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Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
293 L
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Length
-
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Length
4113 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1502 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
983 L
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Payload
478 - 490 kg
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
116 - 194 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
148 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
85 - 143 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
MG
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The Kia Ceed is available as Front-Wheel Drive.