MG Marvel R vs VW ID.3 – Differences & prices 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.

VW ID.3 has a strongly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the MG Marvel R costs 40300 £. That’s a price difference of around 11709 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.3: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeably more efficient than the MG Marvel R with 19.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.90 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.3 performs distinctly better – achieving up to 605 km, about 203 km more than the MG Marvel R.

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 VW ID.3 has a a touch edge – offering 326 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG Marvel R is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R pulls slightly stronger with 665 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 120 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 VW ID.3 is hardly any lighter – 1787 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 23 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.3 offers slight more room – 385 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MG Marvel R performs barely noticeable better – up to 1396 L, which is about 129 L more than the VW ID.3.

When it comes to payload, MG Marvel R slight takes the win – 478 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Our conclusion: The VW ID.3 proves to be wins this duel convincingly and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, VW ID.3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.