Compare performance (194 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (15400 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Tesla Model 3?
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 Tesla Model 3 costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18857 £.
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 Tesla Model 3 has a decisively edge – offering 460 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 266 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs noticeable better – reaching 262 km/h, while the MG MG3 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 77 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls convincingly stronger with 660 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 512 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, MG MG3 is decisively lighter – 1237 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 585 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more room – 594 L compared to 293 L. That’s a difference of about 301 L.
When it comes to payload, MG MG3 noticeable takes the win – 448 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.
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Price
15400 - 21400 £
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Price
34300 - 50100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
550 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
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Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
293 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
4113 mm
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Length
4720 - 4724 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1502 mm
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Height
1431 - 1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
983 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
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Payload
303 - 333 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 194 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 143 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Tesla
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The MG MG3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.