Compare performance (194 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (15400 £ vs 19600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Vauxhall Corsa?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
MG MG3 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £ , while the Vauxhall Corsa costs 19600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4200 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG MG3 manages with 4.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Vauxhall Corsa with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
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 has a a bit edge – offering 194 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs to a small extent better – reaching 210 km/h, while the MG MG3 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Corsa pulls convincingly stronger with 260 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 112 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is slight lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1237 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Corsa offers barely noticeable more room – 309 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Corsa performs barely noticeable better – up to 1042 L, which is about 59 L more than the MG MG3.
When it comes to payload, MG MG3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 448 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.
The Vauxhall Corsa holds a solid overall lead 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.
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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Price
15400 - 21400 £
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Price
19600 - 30600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
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Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
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Trunk capacity
293 L
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Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
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Length
4113 mm
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Length
4061 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Width
1765 mm
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Height
1502 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
983 L
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1042 L
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
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Payload
376 - 445 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 194 HP
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Power HP
100 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
85 - 143 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The MG MG3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.