Compare performance (194 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (15400 £ vs 21900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MG3 or Toyota Yaris?
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 Toyota Yaris costs 21900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6437 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris manages with 3.80 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the MG MG3 with 4.40 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.
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 Toyota Yaris has a noticeable edge – offering 280 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the MG MG3 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs a bit better – reaching 230 km/h, while the MG MG3 tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls convincingly stronger with 390 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 242 Nm difference.
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, Toyota Yaris is somewhat lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1237 kg. The difference is around 147 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MG MG3 offers slight more room – 293 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MG MG3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 983 L, which is about 48 L more than the Toyota Yaris.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris a bit takes the win – 525 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.
Overall, the Toyota Yaris shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.
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Price
15400 - 21400 £
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Price
21900 - 46700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
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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
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co2
87 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1237 - 1285 kg
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Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
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Trunk capacity
293 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
4113 mm
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Length
3940 - 3995 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Width
1745 - 1805 mm
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Height
1502 mm
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Height
1455 - 1500 mm
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Max trunk capacity
983 L
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Max trunk capacity
935 L
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Payload
373 - 448 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 194 HP
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Power HP
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
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Torque
148 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
85 - 143 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1495 cm3
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
MG
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Brand
Toyota
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The MG MG3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.