About the MG3
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The new MG3 is a small car offered in a 5D hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $13,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Core variant and topping out at $29,990 for the Essence Hybrid+.
There are 10 variants of the MG3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in August of 2024.
Engine options include 1.5L null (82kW/150Nm), 1.5L null (81kW/142Nm) and 1.5L multi-point injection (82kW/150Nm). Available with 4-speed automatic, automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2025 MG3 is offered with a 10 year, 250,000 km warranty.
2016 MG3 Price
Soul
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $14,990 |
Essence
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $15,990 |
| 1.5L, Automatic, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $15,990 |
S
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $16,990 |
S Limited Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $16,990 |
Core
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $13,990 |
| 1.5L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $13,990 |
CORE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $18,490 |
Excite
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 4-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $14,990 |
| 1.5L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $14,990 |
| 1.5L, Automatic, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $14,990 |
Vibe
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, Automatic, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $21,990 |
Excite Hybrid+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 3-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $27,990 |
Essence Hybrid+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 3-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $29,990 |
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2016 MG3 Fuel Economy
There are 4 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 and uses 4.3L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The MG3 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Excite with a 4-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.5L and uses 6.7L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the MG3 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| MG3 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 5.8 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a MG3?
You should service your MG3 at your authorised MG dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the MG3's warranty.
2016 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.
MG3 FAQs
The cheapest MG3 is the Core that starts from $13,990.
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 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.