The all-new way to shop new and quality used cars available to drive away now.

Drive
MG MG3 Showroom

MG MG3

$23,990 - $29,990* MRLP

The MG 3 city car may be MG’s oldest model, however it has shot to the top of the light car sales charts thanks to dimensions sized for city streets, the smartphone technology buyers are looking for, and importantly, prices in the region of $20,000 drive-away.

Latest MG MG3 ratings breakdown

7.4

Performance
7.2
Safety Technology
7.5
Ride Quality
7.0
Infotainment & Connectivity
7.2
Handling & Dynamics
7.2
Energy Efficiency
7.5
Driver Technology
7.5
Value for Money
7.2
Interior Comfort & Packaging
7.0
Fit for Purpose
8.3
CircleAddIcon

What we love

  • -Updated safety technology 
  • -Cabin design looks sophisticated 
  • -Hybrid engine offers good fuel economy 
CircleMinusIcon

What we don't

  • -Big price jump from predecessor 
  • -Competitors offer more compelling running costs 
  • -Controls not as intuitive as they could be 
2024 MG 3 Hybrid+ Essence review
Review | 12 Oct 2024

7.4

With more safety and tech than before, the new MG 3 comes with a price rise and hybrid engine option.
Best city car in Australia: 2025 MG 3 vs Suzuki Swift vs Volkswagen Polo comparison review
Comparison | 18 Mar 2025

7.5

We pit two of the newest city cars from MG and Suzuki against an old favourite from Volkswagen.
2024 MG 3 Excite review
Review | 10 Sep 2024

7.0

As MG moves from budget brand to mainstream player, can its smart new MG 3 city hatch keep pace?
Loading...

0
2024 MG 3 Hybrid+ review: Australian first drivePlayIconRounded
Launch Review | 12 Jun 2024

7.3

MG Australia has released its latest generation MG 3 which now offers hybrid power.

MG MG3 Price*

YearVariantPrice
2025MG MG3 Excite 1.5L Hatchback FWD$23,990
2025MG MG3 Essence 1.5L Hatchback FWD$25,990
2025MG MG3 Excite 1.5L Hatchback FWD Hybrid$27,990
2025MG MG3 Essence 1.5L Hatchback FWD Hybrid$29,990

MG MG3 Specs:

Select Variant (2 available)
2024-mg3-showroom-1gxajMzX
Price
$23,990*
FuelType
Petrol
Transmission
Auto (CVT)
Drive Type
FWD
Engine
1.5i
Fuel Efficiency
6L / 100km
Seats
5
Towing unbraked
500 kg
Select Variant (2 available)

Latest Images:

Drive
Drive
Drive
Drive
Drive
Drive
Drive
Drive
Drive
Drive

MG MG3 Videos

MG MG3 Dimensions

The MG MG3 has 4 variants. The height is 1502mm, the width is 1797mm and length is 4113mm.

How safe is the MG MG3?

ANCAP rating

StarIconStarIconStarIconStarIconStarIcon

Enquire now

Interested in one of these cars? Complete your details and we'll connect you to our team.

I'm also interested in:

InfoIcon
Sell your car fast
Get the best offer on your used car with Drive’s nationwide network of over 1,000 accredited dealers. Sell your car hassle-free and for the best price.
Get an Instant Offer
MG 3 base model due in Australia within months, but may not dip under $20,000
news | 8 Apr 2025
A new entry-level version of the budget-priced MG 3 hatch is around the corner, alongside safety updates.
The new cars with the most power per dollar – 2024 edition
news | 31 Dec 2024
Here are the new cars – irrespective of power type – offering the most power per dollar in 2024.
Drive Car of the Year 2025 – Best Urban Car Under $30K finalists announced – UPDATE
news | 16 Dec 2024
Here is every new or updated model eligible for the Drive Car of the Year 2025 – Best Urban Car Under $30K category.
Loading...

0
MG 3 safety 'perfectly fine' for city use despite three-star rating, but upgrades coming anyway
news | 21 Nov 2024
MG executives say the MG 3 offers safety 'perfectly fine' for city use, but upgrades are coming regardless.
The small cars that consume the most fuel
CarAdvice | 15 Feb 2025
Hatches and sedans aren't as thirsty as SUVs, but some models can consume more fuel than advertised.
Every hybrid car currently under $40,000 in Australia
CarAdvice | 8 Oct 2024
Hybrids have risen in popularity amongst new car buyers. But which models sit under $40,000?
The cheapest used cars you can buy with a factory warranty
Buying Advice | 1 Sep 2024
Want to jump in a cheap car but want factory warranty on it? Check out these five used options.
Loading...

0
The most popular cheap cars in Australia
Advice | 29 Jan 2024
Aussie new-car buyers love a bargain and these are the affordable models they're snapping up in droves.
2021 MG 3: owner review
Owner Review | 12 Jun 2022
I bought my MG 3 new from Newcastle MG, and really love the blue colour. Read the owner review and learn more about the MG3.
Loading...

0

MG MG3 rivals

8.3
8.2

Audi A1

Hatchback
7 badges available
$ 39,200 - $ 50,800* MRLP
AddInCircleIconCompare
8.0

Toyota Corolla

Hatchback
| Sedan
41 badges available
AddInCircleIconCompare
8.0

FAQs

Ho much is an MG3?
ChevronUp

The MG3 starts from $19,490 drive away for the Core automatic and climbs to $20,990 drive away for the Excite automatic.

Why does the MG3 not have a safety rating?
ChevronUp

The MG3 had a EuroNCAP three-star safety rating awarded in 2014. Ratings are only valid for 6 years and when this expired in 2020, the car has not been retested.

Doe the MG3 have a rear camera?
ChevronUp

Yes. All MG3 models have a rear camera and an 8-inch infotainment screen.

Is the MG3 petrol or diesel?
ChevronUp

All MG3 models use the same petrol engine. There is no diesel available.

How big is the engine in the MG3?
ChevronUp

The MG3 has a 1.5-litre (1498cc) four-cylinder petrol engine with 82kW/150Nm output

Where is the MG3 built?
ChevronUp

The MG3 is built in at the Nanging Automobile plant in Nanjing, China.

Who makes the engine in the MG3?
ChevronUp

The 1.5-litre petrol engine in the MG3 is made by a partnership of General Motors and SAIC.

Is the MG3 available with a manual transmission?
ChevronUp

No. Every MG3 variant has an automatic transmission.

Where is the MG MG3 made?
ChevronUp

The MG MG3 is built in Nanjing, China.

MG MG3 2025
Dealer new
MG MG3 2025

$ 29,888

DAP

InfoIcon
LocationIcon

WA

MG MG3 2025
Dealer new
MG MG3 2025

$ 25,490

DAP

InfoIcon
LocationIcon

VIC

MG MG3 2025
Dealer new
MG MG3 2025

$ 29,888

DAP

InfoIcon
LocationIcon

WA

MG MG3 2025
Dealer used
MG MG3 2025

$ 25,490

DAP

InfoIcon
LocationIcon

VIC

MG MG3 2025
Dealer used
MG MG3 2025

$ 23,388

DAP

InfoIcon
LocationIcon

VIC

MG MG3 2025
Dealer used
MG MG3 2025

$ 24,990

DAP

InfoIcon
LocationIcon

VIC

* ‘MRLP’ is the manufacturer’s recommended list price as provided by our data provider and is subject to change, so is provided to you for indicative purposes only. Please note that MRLP is inclusive of GST, but is exclusive of any options and does not include on-road costs such as registration, CTP, stamp duty and dealer delivery. Where an MRLP is stated as a price range, this reflects the lowest to highest MRLP provided for that model range across the available variants.