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MG MG3 vs SsangYong Korando - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (194 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (15400 £ vs 27000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or SsangYong Korando?

MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

MG3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG MG3 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15400 £ , while the SsangYong Korando costs 27000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MG MG3 manages with 4.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.50 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

Korando

Engine and Performance:

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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 194 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG MG3 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SsangYong Korando performs slight better – reaching 191 km/h, while the MG MG3 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Korando pulls convincingly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 212 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, MG MG3 is distinct lighter – 1237 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more room – 551 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 258 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Korando performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1248 L, which is about 265 L more than the MG MG3.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Korando slight takes the win – 463 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SsangYong Korando proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SsangYong Korando is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £27,000
Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 8.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 km
MG MG3
SsangYong Korando

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MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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MG MG3
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

Price
15400 - 21400 £
Price
27000 - 42000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.80 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
Curb weight
1517 - 1840 kg
Trunk capacity
293 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
4113 mm
Length
4450 - 4465 mm
Width
1797 mm
Width
1870 mm
Height
1502 mm
Height
1620 - 1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
983 L
Max trunk capacity
1248 L
Payload
373 - 448 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 194 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.40 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 143 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
MG
Brand
SsangYong
What drivetrain options does the MG MG3 have?

The MG MG3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.