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MG MG3 vs Peugeot Boxer comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 35,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Peugeot Boxer?

MG MG3 vs Peugeot Boxer: Key differences

MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Peugeot Boxer

  • visibly more power
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Peugeot Boxer costs 35,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,127 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG MG3 uses 4.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot Boxer with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Boxer

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 Peugeot Boxer offers visibly more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Boxer delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 302 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: Peugeot Boxer offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG3 is clearly lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 838 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Boxer carries clearly more – 2,080 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,632 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Boxer stands well ahead of its rival 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 £35,500
Boxer

Peugeot Boxer

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 424 km
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Giorgio catacchio
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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.

Peugeot Boxer

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Peugeot Boxer

Costs and Consumption
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Price
35,500 - 57,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
0 - 233 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 7
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Curb weight
2,075 - 2,940 kg
Trunk capacity
293 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,797 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
373 - 448 kg
Payload
560 - 2,080 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Power HP
120 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
148 Nm
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Power kW
88 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
MG
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the MG MG3?

The MG MG3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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