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MG MG3 vs BYD Atto 2 comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or BYD Atto 2?

MG MG3 vs BYD Atto 2: Key differences

MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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BYD Atto 2

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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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

MG3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG MG3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the BYD Atto 2 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,428 £.

Atto 2

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 BYD Atto 2 offers very slightly more power – delivering 212 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 2 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Atto 2 delivers substantially more torque with 310 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm more.

MG3

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 noticeably lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,510 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Atto 2 offers visibly more boot space – 450 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Atto 2 carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 2 is decisively 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.

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Atto 2

BYD Atto 2

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 166 - 212 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 40 - 430 km
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MG MG3

The 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.

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Reviews MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

BYD Atto 2

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Reviews BYD Atto 2

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Carlos Aguilar
5 Feb 2026, 13:15:18

I've done 6,000 km and I'm delighted. I haven't tried other EVs, but I'm thrilled with the BYD Atto 2. It's true I don't go on long trips — I do everything in the city and nearby, about 100 to 150 km a day — and honestly it's been great in every way. When I hit 300,000 km I'll tell you again. Haha

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Price
30,800 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
40 - 430 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
0 - 72 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,720 kg
Trunk capacity
293 L
Trunk capacity
425 - 450 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Power HP
166 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
148 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Power kW
122 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, A
Brand
MG
Brand
BYD
What drive types are available for the MG MG3?

The MG MG3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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