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Skoda Kodiaq vs MG MG3 comparison

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

Skoda Kodiaq vs MG MG3: Key differences

Skoda Kodiaq

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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MG MG3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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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

Kodiaq

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

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.

MG3

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 Skoda Kodiaq offers visibly 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 noticeably 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.

Kodiaq

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 markedly 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 visibly 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 holds a decisive overall lead 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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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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Reviews Skoda Kodiaq

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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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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5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

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

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

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

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Skoda
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Skoda Kodiaq have?

The Skoda Kodiaq is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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