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Mercedes GLE vs MG MG3 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 15,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or MG MG3?

Mercedes GLE vs MG MG3: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially 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

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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,492 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the MG MG3 with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes GLE offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 391 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 602 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG3 is substantially lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 1,153 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers substantially more boot space – 655 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 362 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries clearly more – 770 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 322 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE 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 £78,900
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 309 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 91 - 104 km
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Reviews Mercedes GLE

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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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Giorgio catacchio
20 Sept 2025, 00:08:28

I've owned the MG3 Hybrid for a year — I travel a lot, never a dull moment; comes fully loaded as standard, incredible acceleration, etc.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
293 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
373 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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