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About the MG3
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new MG3 is a small car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $20,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Vibe variant and topping out at $29,990 for the Essence Hybrid+.
There are 5 variants of the MG3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2025.
Engine options include 1.5L in-line (81kW/142Nm) and 1.5L in-line (155kW/425Nm). Available with variable sp automatic or automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2025 MG3 is offered with a 10 year, 250,000 km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Good
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Power to Weight
67.56 - 119.41 kW/t
66.05 kW/t
123.97 kW/t
Boot Space
293 litres
250 litres
440 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.3 - 6 L/100km
3.3 L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
750 - 837 km
580 km
1,091 km
Price
$20,990 - $29,990
$20,990
$41,790
Warranty (Years)
10 years
5 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
250,000 km
250,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 1 year
1 year
7 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,657 - 1,766 kg
1,480 kg
1,780 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
500 kg
500 kg
1,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
148 - 149 mm
101 mm
152 mm
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2025 MG3 Price
Vibe
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $21,990 |
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $20,990 |
Excite
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $23,990 |
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $22,990 |
Essence
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $25,990 |
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $24,990 |
Excite Hybrid+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 3-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $26,990 |
Essence Hybrid+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 3-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $29,990 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 MG3 Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the MG3
The most fuel efficient MG3 is the Essence Hybrid+ with a 3 SP AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 1.5L In-Line and uses 4.3L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
| MG3 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.0 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a MG3?
The MG3 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 MG3 Warranty
What is the warranty on a MG3?
The MG3 offers a 10 year 250,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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MG3 FAQs
The cheapest MG3 is the Vibe that starts from $20,990.
The most expensive MG3 is the Essence Hybrid+ that starts from $29,990.
The best towing capacity of a MG3 is 500 kg offered by the following variants: Vibe, Excite, Essence, Excite Hybrid+ and Essence Hybrid+.
The largest MG3 is the Vibe which measures 1797mm wide, 4113mm in length and sits 1502mm tall.
The most powerful MG3 is the Excite Hybrid+ which has 155kW of power from its 1.5L In-Line engine.
The MG3 is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest MG3 is the Essence Hybrid+ which weighs 1766 kg (kerb weight).
The MG3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.