MG MG3 second generation
The MG MG3 second generation (2013–2023): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm |
| Seats and space | |
| Fuel tank | 36–45 L |
| Performance | |
| Top speed | 170–182 km/h |
| Torque | 117–250 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | 93.1% (92.5–93.7) | 92.2% | 7,177 |
| 4–5 years | 89.3% (88.8–89.8) | 91.0% | 16,200 |
| 6–8 years | 82.3% (81.8–82.8) | 86.4% | 21,690 |
| 9–12 years | 77.3% (76.2–78.4) | 77.9% | 5,398 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 29.9% | 26.2% |
| Brakes | 21.9% | 18.5% |
| Suspension | 16.4% | 10.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 7.6% | 7.6% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 2.6% | 2.9% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 5 versions of the MG MG3 second generation
European Union 2 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1.5 L | 78 kW (106 PS) | Petrol | 140 g/km | 5,064 |
| 2013–2019 | 1.5 L | – | Petrol | 124–140 g/km | 34,496 |
United Kingdom 3 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2023Excite 1.5 DOHC VTI-tech · Exclusive 1.5 DOHC VTI-tech · Exclusive Nav 1.5 DOHC VTI-tech | 1.5 L | 78 kW (106 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.6 L/100 km WLTP | 147 g/km |
| 20151.5 VTi-TECH | 1.5 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 136 g/km |
| 20141.5 VTi-TECH | 1.5 L | – | Petrol | Manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 136 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.