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MG MG3 vs Leapmotor T03 comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Leapmotor T03?

MG MG3 vs Leapmotor T03: Key differences

MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Leapmotor T03

  • barely 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

MG3

Costs and Efficiency:

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 is barely cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Leapmotor T03 costs 16,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 780 £.

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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 MG MG3 offers substantially more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Leapmotor T03 takes 12.7 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Leapmotor T03 delivers marginally more torque with 158 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

MG3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: MG MG3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Leapmotor T03 is barely lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,237 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG MG3 offers noticeably more boot space – 293 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MG3 carries clearly more – 448 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG3 is clearly superior overall 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 £15,400
MG3

MG MG3

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 194 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
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Reviews MG MG3

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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
15,400 - 21,400 £
Price
16,200 £
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
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Curb weight
1,175 kg
Trunk capacity
293 L
Trunk capacity
210 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,652 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
Payload
300 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Power HP
95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
148 Nm
Torque
158 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Power kW
70 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
Leapmotor
What drive types are available for the MG MG3?

The MG MG3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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