MG Marvel R vs Tesla Model 3 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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.

Tesla Model 3 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the MG Marvel R costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 6000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s markedly more efficient than the MG Marvel R with 19.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 6.20 kWh.

As for range, the Tesla Model 3 performs markedly better – achieving up to 702 km, about 300 km more than the MG Marvel R.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 has a visibly edge – offering 460 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is strongly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the MG Marvel R takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs noticeably better – reaching 262 km/h, while the MG Marvel R tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R pulls barely noticeable stronger with 665 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the MG Marvel R is slight lighter – 1810 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 12 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers visibly more room – 594 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 237 L.

When it comes to payload, MG Marvel R visibly takes the win – 478 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

All in all, the Tesla Model 3 shows itself to be outperforms the competitor in nearly every area and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.