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Five key differences
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Specification
B05
MG3
Maximum Power
B05-
MG375 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
B05-
MG3128 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Engine Size
B05-
MG31498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
B05-
MG323.26 km/l
Ground Clearance
B05-
MG3149 mm
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Spec
B05
MG3
Generation
Upcoming first South African-market Leapmotor B05 electric hatchback; final local derivative matrix pending
Current-generation five-door MG3 offered locally with naturally aspirated petrol and self-charging hybrid powertrains.
Body Style
Hatchback
Five-door hatchback
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
active
Segment
Electric hatchback
Compact Hatchback
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Hatchback
Model Introduced Year
-
2025
Facelift History
-
South African launch specification introduced in 2025.
Facelift Launched Since
-
2025
Facelift Version Ending
-
Current
Spec
B05
MG3
Fuel Type
Electric
Hybrid
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Engine
-
1.5-litre Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Code
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Hybrid System
-
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
-
1498 cc
Cylinders
-
4
Cylinder Layout
-
Inline
Valves
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
-
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
-
Multipoint Injection
Compression Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
-
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
-
128 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Combined Power
-
155 kW
Combined Torque
-
425 Nm
Motor Type
-
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Number of Motors
-
2
Motor Location
-
Front
Transmission
-
3-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
-
170 km/h
0-100 km/h
-
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
-
Eco, Standard, Sport
Launch Control
-
No
Rev Limiter
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
118.50 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
324.92 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
-
1.83 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
-
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
-
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
-
Yes
Spec
B05
MG3
Wheel Rim Size
19-inch sport alloy
16-inch
Tyre Size
-
195/55 R16
Front Brake Type
-
Disc
Rear Brake Type
-
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
-
Tyre repair kit
Handbrake Type
-
Electric
Spec
B05
MG3
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African electric passenger vehicle
Passenger vehicle
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Current South African MSRP
Price Zar
-
469900 ZAR
Starting Price
-
469900
Starting Price Zar
-
469900
Spec
B05
MG3
Length
-
4113 mm
Width
-
1797 mm
Height
-
1502 mm
Wheelbase
-
2570 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
149 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
36 l
Boot/Cargo Space
-
293 l
Kerb Weight
-
1308 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
1766 kg
Payload Capacity
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458 kg
Towing Capacity
-
500 kg
Seating Capacity
-
5 seats
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
Doors
-
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
-
5.25 m
Front Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
MG3
Gearbox
-
3-Speed Automatic hybrid transmission
Drivetrain Layout
-
Front-wheel drive
LSD Available
-
Not Available
Transfer Case
-
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
-
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
-
3
Transmission Type
-
Automatic
Clutch Type
-
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
-
Hybrid
Drivetrain
-
Front-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
-
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
-
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
-
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
-
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
-
Hybrid transmission
Low Range Ratio
-
Not Applicable
Low Range
-
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
-
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
-
3
Spec
B05
MG3
Claimed Mileage
-
23.26 km/l
City Mileage
-
27.03 km/l
Highway Mileage
-
20.41 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
36 l
Emission Standard
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EURO 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
-
Standard
Real-world Mileage
-
23.26 km/l
Charging Port Type
-
Not Applicable
Charging Type
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
-
36
Combined Driving Range
-
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Applicable
Spec
B05
MG3
Airbags
-
6
ABS
-
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
-
Standard
Traction Control
-
Standard
Hill Descent Control
-
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Child Safety Lock
-
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Standard
Brake Assist
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
AEB
-
Standard
BA
-
Standard
Brake Override System
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
-
Standard
Driver Airbag
-
Standard
EBD
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Hill Hold
-
Standard
Passenger Airbag
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Standard
Side Airbags
-
Standard
Stability Control
-
Standard
TCS
-
Standard
Knee Airbag
-
Not Available
ABS EBD
-
Standard
Spec
B05
MG3
Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
-
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
-
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Standard
Parking Sensors
-
Rear
Rear View Camera
-
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
-
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Standard
Auto Highbeam
-
Standard
Auto Wipers
-
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Standard
Reverse Camera
-
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Standard
Park Assist
-
Not Available
Around View Monitor
-
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
-
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
-
Standard
Spec
B05
MG3
Seat Material
-
PVC + Fabric
Heated Seats
-
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
-
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
-
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
-
PU
60 40 Split Seat
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Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
6-way manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
4-way manual
Seat Trim
-
PVC + Fabric
Spec
B05
MG3
Climate Control
-
Single-zone air conditioning
Power Windows
-
Standard
Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Push Button Start
-
Standard
Wireless Charging
-
Not Available
Sunroof
-
Standard
Electric Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Standard
AC Type
-
Single-zone air conditioning
Spec
B05
MG3
Infotainment System
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10.25-inch infotainment display
Apple CarPlay
-
Wireless
Android Auto
-
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Standard
Number of Speakers
-
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
7-inch driver display
USB Ports
-
2 front USB-C ports (1 full-function, 1 charging)
Infotainment Screen
-
10.25-inch
Touchscreen
-
10.25-inch
Spec
B05
MG3
LED Headlamps
-
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
-
LED
Fog Lamps
-
Not Available
Roof Rails
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
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Flare Red, Morning Yellow, Pearl Black, York White, Hampstead Grey, St. Moritz Blue, Blade Silver
Headlights
-
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Not Available
Spec
B05
MG3
Approach Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
-
Not Available
Locking Differential
-
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
-
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B05
MG3
Front Suspension
-
MacPherson
Rear Suspension
-
Torsion Beam
Spec
B05
MG3
CO2 Emissions
-
100 g/km
Spec
B05
MG3
Service Plan
-
MG3-specific service plan
Spec
B05
MG3
Warranty
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5 years / 150,000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
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