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MG MG3 vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (194 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Skoda Kodiaq?

MG MG3 vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Skoda Kodiaq

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the MG MG3 with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Kodiaq

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 Skoda Kodiaq offers noticeably more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Kodiaq delivers considerably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 252 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MG MG3 is visibly lighter – 1,237 kg compared to 1,684 kg. The difference is around 447 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers considerably more boot space – 910 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 617 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries noticeably more – 563 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq is far ahead overall 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 £37,900
Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 119 - 122 km
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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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Giorgio catacchio
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.

Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq is a practical, well built family SUV that puts space, comfort and usefulness ahead of showy gimmicks. Its composed ride, clever interior packaging and sensible feature set make it an easy, unpretentious choice for daily driving and longer journeys.

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4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Geert
5 May 2026, 08:49:23

The Skoda Kodiac looks sleeker and is bigger. The Ford Explorer is a bit smaller and there was such a fuss made about it, but it’s disappointing in looks and even worse on the inside.

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zlatko P.
10 Feb 2026, 10:37:54

more for money, pracical

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,400 - 21,400 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,237 - 1,285 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
293 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
148 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,495 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

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

The MG MG3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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