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MG MGS9 vs Audi Q3 comparison

Compare performance (299 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG MGS9 or Audi Q3?

MG MGS9 vs Audi Q3: Key differences

MG MGS9

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  • marginally more power
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Audi Q3

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • visibly 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

MGS9

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi Q3 is barely cheaper – starting at 38,200 £ , while the MG MGS9 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 334 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q3 uses 1.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MG MGS9 with 2.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q3 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 119 km, about 19 km more than the MG MGS9.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MG MGS9 offers marginally more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the MG MGS9 takes 9.6 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q3 delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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.

Seats: MG MGS9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q3 is markedly lighter – 1,635 kg compared to 2,160 kg. The difference is around 525 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q3 offers visibly more boot space – 488 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MGS9 carries marginally more – 557 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q3 is clearly superior 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.

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Q3

Audi Q3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 8.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 109 - 119 km
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Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 is a compact premium crossover that blends sharp styling with a well-crafted interior, making it an appealing choice for urban drivers who want a touch of luxury. It delivers a composed ride, intuitive tech features and a practical cabin, so it works well as a comfortable daily driver with an upscale feel.

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Del
16 Jun 2026, 12:27:22

Very comfortable and very enjoyable to drive, interior very pleasant. Only missing the automatic controls.

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2 Nov 2025, 22:05:04

Very comfortable. Precise steering. E35 petrol engine, 150 hp — sufficient. Manual gearbox very good and well-geared. Looks very handsome. Very large boot. Premium interior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38,600 - 41,800 £
Price
38,200 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
100 km
Electric Range
109 - 119 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 g/km
co2
39 - 199 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,160 kg
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
332 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,967 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
557 kg
Payload
505 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
299 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
390 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B, F
Brand
MG
Brand
Audi
What drivetrain options does the MG MGS9 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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