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Spec
Celerio
MG3
Model Introduced Year
2017
2025
Generation
Second-generation Celerio on HEARTECT lightweight platform; global redesign retained the proven K10C engine while reducing weight and improving structural rigidity; the platform is shared with the S-Presso
Current-generation five-door MG3 offered locally with naturally aspirated petrol and self-charging hybrid powertrains.
Facelift History
First generation introduced in SA around 2015; second-generation HEARTECT-platform Celerio launched in SA in 2017; ongoing specification updates adding Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity; currently sold model reflects 2022 specification updates
South African launch specification introduced in 2025.
Facelift Launched Since
2022
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
Five-door hatchback
Color Note
Solid White, Pearl Midnight Black, Metallic Silky Silver, Sizzling Red, Speedy Blue
-
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
Hatchback
Compact Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
805-830 kg
-
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Length
3695 mm
4113 mm
Width
1655 mm
1797 mm
Height
1555 mm
1502 mm
Wheelbase
2435 mm
2570 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
149 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
36 l
Boot/Cargo Space
295 l
293 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1240 kg
1766 kg
Payload Capacity
400 kg
458 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
4.7 m
5.25 m
Front Headroom
980 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
972 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
1040 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
895 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight
-
1308 kg
Towing Capacity
-
500 kg
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Front Track Width
1440 mm
-
Rear Track Width
1440 mm
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
-
Steering Column
Tilt Adjustable
-
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
-
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
-
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
-
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Manual air conditioning
Single-zone air conditioning
Power Windows
Front and rear electric windows
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
Not Available
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
600 l
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
600 l
-
Rear Window Defroster
Standard
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Manual Fold
-
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Standard — Driver Height Adjustable
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Not Available
-
12V Accessory Socket
1 x 12V Socket
-
Speed Limiter
Not Available
-
AC Type
Manual air conditioning
Single-zone air conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Auto Dimming Irvm
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Manual air conditioning
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Front and rear electric windows
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
-
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Standard
Engine Warranty
2 Years
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
-
Front Power Outlet
1 x 12V Socket
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
23.8
-
Glovebox Cooling
All Four Door Pockets
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Standard
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Power Mirrors
Front and rear electric windows
-
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Rear Defogger
Standard
-
Rear Seat Split
60:40 split single-fold
-
Rear Wing
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Seat Type
Fabric
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Front Seats
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Spare Wheel
Full Size Spare
Tyre repair kit
Speed Alert System
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar
Standard
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt Adjustable
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt Adjustable
-
Voice Command
Not Available
-
Voice Command Support
Not Available
-
Accelerator 0 100
14.2 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual air conditioning
Single-zone air conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Bottle Holders
4
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Not Available
-
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
-
Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Difflock
Not Available
-
Digital Speedometer
Integrated meter display
-
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Manual Fold
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Front Wiper
Standard
-
Front Wipers Type
Standard
-
Glove Box
All Four Door Pockets
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
-
Lift Gate
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
Manual Aircon
Manual air conditioning
-
Mirror
Electrically adjustable
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
-
Power Socket 12v
1 x 12V Socket
-
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Not Available
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Remote central locking
-
Remote Side Mirror
Electrically adjustable
-
Rim Size
14 Inches
16-inch
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
-
Side Impact Bars
Standard
-
Sonar
Rear
-
Sound System
2
6
Source Model Column
celerio
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar Front
Standard
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Standard
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
TPMS
Not Available
Standard
Trim Level
top
-
Unlocking
Not Available
Standard
Variant Role
Core range derivative
-
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
-
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
-
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Engine
1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1.5-litre Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Code
K10C Dualjet
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
998 cc
1498 cc
Cylinders
3
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Multipoint Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
73 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
79.4 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
49 kW @ 5500 rpm
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
89 Nm @ 3500 rpm
128 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
155 kW
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
425 Nm
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
2
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Front
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed AMT
3-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
148 km/h
170 km/h
0-100 km/h
14.2 sec
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Standard, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
118.50 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
324.92 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
1.83 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Yes
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
-
Gearbox
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
3-Speed Automatic hybrid transmission
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Front-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Available
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
4.529:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
2.7
-
Number of Gears
5
3
Transmission Type
Automated Manual Transmission
Automatic
Clutch Type
Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
Hybrid
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Front-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Available
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Automated Manual (AMT)
Hybrid transmission
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
5
3
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Claimed Mileage
23.8 km/l
23.26 km/l
City Mileage
19.5 km/l
27.03 km/l
Highway Mileage
27.4 km/l
20.41 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
32 l
36 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
EURO 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Standard
Real-world Mileage
23.8 km/l
23.26 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
32
36
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Airbags
6 SRS airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
2 rear ISOFIX anchors
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
-
Central Locking
Remote central locking
-
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front Seats
Standard
Speed Alert System
Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h
-
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Not Available
-
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Independently Rated
-
Whiplash Protection
Active Head Restraints on Front Seats
-
Lane Change Warning
Not Available
-
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
6 SRS airbags
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
6 SRS airbags
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front Seats
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Front Seats
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6 SRS airbags
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6 SRS airbags
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Lights
Not Available
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Emergency Braking
Not Available
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Front Camera
Not Available
-
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
-
Rear View Camera
Standard
-
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
-
Reversing Camera
Standard
-
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Seat Material
Fabric
PVC + Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
60:40 split single-fold
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
-
Rear Armrest
Not Available
-
Front Shoulder Room
1330 mm
-
Rear Shoulder Room
1285 mm
-
Cup Holders
4
-
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
-
Rear USB Ports
0
-
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
PU
Instrument Cluster Type
Integrated meter display
-
Interior Colour Options
2
-
Driver Lumbar Support
Not Available
-
Door Map Pockets
All Four Door Pockets
-
60 40 Split Seat
60:40 split single-fold
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
6-way manual
Fabric Seats
Fabric
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
4-way manual
Armrest Front
Not Available
-
Armrest Rear
Not Available
-
Boot Space Seats Down
600
-
Driver Seat
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on GL+, dual front airbags on GL+, ABS on GL+, manual air-conditioning, fabric upholstery, fold-flat rear seats for increased load capacity, rear parking sensors on
-
Interior Trim Colour
2
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
-
Interior Colours
2
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Not Available
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Not Available
-
Seat Belt Warning
Front Seats
-
Seat Fold Type
60:40 split single-fold
-
Seat Trim
Fabric
PVC + Fabric
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Infotainment System
Standard
10.25-inch infotainment display
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless
Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
2
6
Navigation System
Not Available
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Partial Digital
7-inch driver display
USB Ports
Centre console USB
2 front USB-C ports (1 full-function, 1 charging)
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless
FM Radio
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Voice Recognition
Not Available
-
AUX Input
Not Available
-
Infotainment Screen Size
Standard
10.25-inch
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not Available
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
-
Infotainment Display
Standard
-
Rear Usb
Centre console USB
-
Audio
Standard
-
Audio Speakers
2
6
Audio System
Standard
-
Display Audio
Standard
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
Centre console USB
-
Infotainment Screen
Standard
10.25-inch
Multi Information Display
Integrated meter display
-
Connected Services
Standard
-
Voice Control
Not Available
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
-
Radio
Standard
-
Touchscreen
Standard
10.25-inch
Spec
Celerio
MG3
LED Headlamps
Halogen multireflector
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Front
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
-
Body Cladding
Plastic Body Cladding — All Models
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
Flare Red, Morning Yellow, Pearl Black, York White, Hampstead Grey, St. Moritz Blue, Blade Silver
Roof Type
Standard Fixed Roof
-
Wing Mirror Type
Electrically adjustable
-
Rear Wiper
Standard
-
Door Handle Finish
Body-Coloured Door Handles
-
Body Type
Hatchback
-
DRL
Not Available
LED
Fog Lights
Front
-
Front Fog Lights
Front
-
Led Headlights
Halogen multireflector
Standard
Auto Headlights
Not Available
-
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
-
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body-Coloured Door Handles
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
Front and rear electric windows
-
Exterior Mirror Folding
Manual Fold
-
Front Fog Lamps
Front
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
Halogen multireflector
-
Headlamps
Halogen multireflector
Standard
Headlight Type
Halogen multireflector
Standard
Headlights
Halogen multireflector
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Sunroof Slide
Not Available
-
Sunroof Tilt
Not Available
-
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Approach Angle
24 deg
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
44 deg
Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
0 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
1 Rear Tow Hook
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
0 deg
-
Approach Angle Deg
24 deg
-
Breakover Angle
0 deg
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle Deg
44 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
-
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Crawl Control
Not Available
-
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
-
Terrain Response System
Not Available
-
Underbody Camera
Not Available
-
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
-
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Tyre Size
175/60 R15
195/55 R16
Wheel Type
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size Spare
Tyre repair kit
Front Brake Disc Diameter
228 mm
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
180 mm
-
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
-
Tyre Load Index
79
-
Tyre Speed Rating
T
-
Wheel Rim Size
14 Inches
16-inch
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Drum
-
Spare Tyre
Full Size Spare
Tyre repair kit
Tyre Type
175/60 R15
-
Wheel Diameter
14 Inches
16-inch
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Electric
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Urethane
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full Size Spare
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Urethane
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Wheel Material
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
-
Wheel Size Type
14 Inches
-
Wheels
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
-
Spec
Celerio
MG3
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
-
Approx Service Cost
Approx R1,500–R2,000 per Service
-
Battery Warranty
12 Months
-
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
-
Engine Oil Capacity
2.9 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
-
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
-
Service Plan Duration
4 years / 60 000 km
MG3-specific service plan
Service Plan Distance
4 years / 60 000 km
MG3-specific service plan
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
-
Service Plan
4 years / 60 000 km
MG3-specific service plan
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
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Spec
Celerio
MG3
Warranty Years
5 years / 200 000 km
5 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 200 000 km
5 years / 150,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
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Basic Warranty
5 years / 200 000 km
5 years / 150,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
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Warranty
5 years / 200 000 km
5 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
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Spec
Celerio
MG3
CO2 Emissions
109 g/km
100 g/km
Start Stop System
Not Available
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Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
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Noise Level
68 dB
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Variable Valve Timing
VVT on Intake Camshaft
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Fuel Octane Requirement
93 RON Unleaded
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Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
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Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
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Green NCAP Rating
Not Independently Rated
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Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
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Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
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CO2 Emissions G Km
109
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Spec
Celerio
MG3
Real-world City Mileage Min
4.8 l/100km
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Real-world City Mileage Max
6.5 l/100km
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Real-world Highway Mileage Min
3.8 l/100km
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Real-world Highway Mileage Max
5.0 l/100km
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Owner Review Count
0
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Spec
Celerio
MG3
Ownership Role
Top
Passenger vehicle
Price Zar
225900 ZAR
469900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current South African MSRP
Starting Price
225900
469900
Starting Price Zar
225900
469900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Celerio and MG3 comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Celerio 21 vs MG3 40.
Efficiency index: Celerio 86 vs MG3 90.
Safety-equipment index: Celerio 86 vs MG3 92.
Practicality index: Celerio 55 vs MG3 48.
Ownership-cover index: Celerio 60 vs MG3 not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
MG3 leads by 6 points
Celerio and MG3 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
MG3
Performance
40/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
48/100
Celerio
Performance
21/100
Efficiency
86/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
55/100
Ownership
60/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMG MG3
leads the specification evidence index with 66 pts
vs 60 pts for Celerio
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, MG3 leads. However, Celerio may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
Continue with closely related South African models and comparable body styles.
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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