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MG MG3 vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Renault Austral?

MG MG3 vs Renault Austral: Key differences

MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly more trunk space
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MG MG3 uses 4.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Renault Austral with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

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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 MG MG3 offers visibly more power – delivering 194 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG3 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Renault Austral takes 9.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Austral delivers considerably more torque with 270 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 122 Nm more.

MG3

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, MG MG3 is markedly lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 311 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers significantly more boot space – 555 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 262 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries only slightly more – 455 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG MG3 holds a decisive 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.

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

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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.

Renault Austral

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
293 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
148 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
MG
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the MG MG3?

The MG MG3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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