MG MG3 vs Renault Arkana – Which model is better for everyday use?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £, while the Renault Arkana costs 28500 £. That’s a price difference of around 13037 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG MG3 manages with 4.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Renault Arkana with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MG MG3 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 194 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG3 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Renault Arkana takes 10.80 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MG MG3 performs minimal better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Renault Arkana tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Arkana pulls evident stronger with 205 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the MG MG3 is distinct lighter – 1237 kg compared to 1510 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Arkana offers noticeable more room – 480 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Arkana performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1263 L, which is about 280 L more than the MG MG3.

When it comes to payload, Renault Arkana barely noticeable takes the win – 451 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Our conclusion: The MG MG3 proves to be is largely superior and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, MG MG3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.