Compare performance (194 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (15400 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Peugeot 208?
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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £ , while the Peugeot 208 costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5262 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG MG3 manages with 4.40 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 MG MG3 has a somewhat edge – offering 194 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG3 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 208 performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the MG MG3 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls decisively stronger with 270 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 122 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Peugeot 208 is minimal lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1237 kg. The difference is around 72 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 208 offers a bit more room – 352 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 208 performs slightly better – up to 1163 L, which is about 180 L more than the MG MG3.
When it comes to payload, MG MG3 slight takes the win – 448 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
The Peugeot 208 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 208 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
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Price
15400 - 21400 £
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Price
20700 - 35200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
362 - 432 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 - 117 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
1165 - 1530 kg
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Trunk capacity
293 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
4113 mm
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Length
4055 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Width
1745 mm
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Height
1502 mm
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Height
1430 mm
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Max trunk capacity
983 L
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Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 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
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Peugeot
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The MG MG3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.