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MG MG3 vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Nissan Qashqai?

MG MG3 vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,185 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG MG3 uses 4.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 Nissan Qashqai offers only slightly more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers significantly more torque with 330 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 182 Nm more.

MG3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG3 is moderately lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 183 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries slightly more – 520 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG3 shows a few small advantages 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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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.

Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
-
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Payload
373 - 448 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

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

The MG MG3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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