A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Grand i10 starts ZAR 51,000 cheaperGrand i10 from ZAR 218,900 · MG3 from ZAR 269,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Maximum Power
61 kW @ 6300 rpm
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
114 Nm @ 4200 rpm
128 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Engine Size
1197 cc
1498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
16.9 km/l
23.26 km/l
Ground Clearance
170 mm
149 mm
Boot / Load Bay
235 l
293 l
Airbags
6
6
Kerb Weight
975 kg
1308 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
5
5 years / 150,000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
MG3 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Grand i10 remains close.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
MG3
+13 pts
Efficiency
MG3
+24 pts
Safety
MG3
+24 pts
Practicality
Grand i10
+7 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Grand i10
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Catalogue-index leader
MG3
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Grand i10
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
MG3
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Model Introduced Year
2014
2025
Generation
Second generation Grand i10 sold in SA with a 2023 facelift; based on the global third-gen i10 platform adapted for emerging markets
Current-generation five-door MG3 offered locally with naturally aspirated petrol and self-charging hybrid powertrains.
Facelift History
Second generation arrived in 2017; facelift with updated front styling and infotainment in 2023
South African launch specification introduced in 2025.
Facelift Launched Since
2023
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
Five-door hatchback
Color Note
White, Silver, Red, Blue, Grey
-
Dealer Stock Note
Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
Hatchback
Compact Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
975 kg
-
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Length
3665 mm
4113 mm
Width
1660 mm
1797 mm
Height
1520 mm
1502 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
2570 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
149 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
36 l
Boot/Cargo Space
235 l
293 l
Kerb Weight
975 kg
1308 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1410 kg
1766 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
-
458 kg
Towing Capacity
-
500 kg
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
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
Grand i10
MG3
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
-
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
-
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Manual AC
Single-zone air conditioning
Power Windows
All
Standard
Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
No
Standard
Wireless Charging
No
Not Available
Sunroof
No
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
235 l
-
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
12V Accessory Socket
12V
-
AC Type
Manual AC
Single-zone air conditioning
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
-
Boot Opener
Inside
-
Climate Zones
1
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
No
-
Engine Start Stop
No
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Standard
Engine Warranty
4
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.9
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
-
Glovebox Cooling
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Panoramic Roof
No
Standard
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Push Button Start
No
Standard
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
60/40 Split
-
Rear Wing
Yes
-
Seat Type
Fabric
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Tyre repair kit
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Telescopic Steering
No
-
Tilt Steering
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Voice Command
Yes
-
Voice Command Support
Yes
-
Accelerator 0 100
12.8 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Single-zone air conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Bottle Holders
4
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Yes
-
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
-
Diff Lock
No
-
Difflock
No
-
Digital Speedometer
Analogue + MID
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Yes
-
Glove Box
Yes
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
-
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 AC
-
Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
12V
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Air Conditioning
No
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
-
Remote Side Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
Rim Size
14
16-inch
Roof Rack Compatibility
No
-
Sonar
Rear
-
Sound System
6
6
Source Model Column
grand-i10
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
TPMS
Yes
Standard
Trim Level
fluid
-
Unlocking
Yes
Standard
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
-
Vdc
Yes
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
-
Walk Away Lock
Yes
-
Wireless Charger
No
Not Available
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1.5-litre Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1498 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
12
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
3
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Multipoint Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
61 kW @ 6300 rpm
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
114 Nm @ 4200 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 Manual
3-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
171 km/h
170 km/h
0-100 km/h
12.8 sec
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Standard, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
62.6 kW/tonne
118.50 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
116.9 Nm/tonne
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
Grand i10
MG3
Engine Position
Front
-
Gearbox
5-speed Manual
3-Speed Automatic hybrid transmission
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Front-wheel drive
LSD Available
No
Not Available
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
5
3
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-speed Manual
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
No
Not Available
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-speed Manual
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
Grand i10
MG3
Claimed Mileage
16.9 km/l
23.26 km/l
City Mileage
13.6 km/l
27.03 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.9 km/l
20.41 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
36 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
EURO 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
Standard
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Real-world Mileage
16.9 km/l
23.26 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
35
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
Grand i10
MG3
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Alarm System
Yes
-
Central Locking
Yes
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Standard
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
-
AEB
No
Standard
BA
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
-
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
No
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
No
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Standard
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Wipers
No
Standard
Eco Mode
Yes
-
EV Mode
No
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
Standard
Reverse Camera
Yes
Not Available
Sport Mode
No
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
No
Standard
Emergency Braking
No
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
No
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
No
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
-
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
-
Reversing Camera
Yes
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Seat Material
Fabric
PVC + Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Manual
-
Heated Seats
No
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
-
Ambient Lighting
No
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
No
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Cup Holders
4
-
Rear AC Vents
No
-
Rear USB Ports
2
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
PU
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
-
Interior Colour Options
5
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
-
Cooled Seats
No
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
6-way manual
Fabric Seats
Yes
-
Front Headrest
Yes
-
Leather Seats
No
-
Memory Seats
No
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
4-way manual
Rear Headrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Yes
-
Armrest Rear
No
-
Driver Seat
Manual
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on upper trims, simple and practical cabin layout, adequate rear legroom for a sub-compact
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
-
Interior Colours
5
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
No
-
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
-
Seat Fold Type
60/40 Split
-
Seat Trim
Fabric
PVC + Fabric
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Infotainment System
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch infotainment display
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
6
Navigation System
Yes
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
No
7-inch driver display
USB Ports
2
2 front USB-C ports (1 full-function, 1 charging)
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
FM Radio
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
-
AUX Input
Yes
-
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Infotainment Display
Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
Yes
-
Audio
Yes
-
Audio Speakers
6
6
Audio System
Yes
-
Display Audio
8-inch Touchscreen
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
-
Infotainment Screen
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Multi Information Display
Analogue + MID
-
Connected Services
Yes
-
Voice Control
Yes
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
LED Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
14-inch Alloy
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
Flare Red, Morning Yellow, Pearl Black, York White, Hampstead Grey, St. Moritz Blue, Blade Silver
Roof Type
No
-
Wing Mirror Type
Power Adjustable
-
Rear Wiper
Yes
-
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
-
Body Type
Hatchback
-
DRL
LED
LED
Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Fog Lights
Yes
-
Led Headlights
Yes
Standard
Auto Headlights
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
No
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Coloured
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
-
Exterior Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
-
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
-
Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Headlight Type
Yes
Standard
Headlights
Yes
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Approach Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
20 deg
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
20 deg
-
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
20 deg
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle 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
-
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Tyre Size
175/65 R14
195/55 R16
Wheel Type
14-inch Alloy
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size
Tyre repair kit
Parking Brake Type
Manual
-
Tyre Load Index
91
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Wheel Rim Size
14
16-inch
Brake Type Front
Disc (Ventilated)
-
Brake Type Rear
Disc
-
Spare Tyre
Full Size
Tyre repair kit
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
-
Wheel Diameter
14
16-inch
Auto Brake Hold
Manual
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
No
-
Brakes
Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
-
Electric Park Brake
Manual
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Manual
Electric
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full Size
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Wheel Material
14-inch Alloy
-
Wheel Size Type
14
-
Wheels
14-inch Alloy
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
-
Battery Warranty
4
-
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
15000 km / 12 months
-
First Service At
15000
-
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45000 km
MG3-specific service plan
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45000 km
MG3-specific service plan
Alternator
120A
-
Service Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
MG3-specific service plan
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
-
Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Warranty Years
5
5 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5
5 years / 150,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5
5 years / 150,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Warranty
5
5 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
CO2 Emissions
123 g/km
100 g/km
Start Stop System
No
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
-
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Unleaded 95
-
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
-
Idle CO2 Output
123
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
Yes
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
123
-
Spec
Grand i10
MG3
Ownership Role
Fluid
Passenger vehicle
Price Zar
242900 ZAR
469900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current South African MSRP
Starting Price
242900
469900
Starting Price Zar
242900
469900
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
MG3 leads by 11 points
MG3 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Grand i10 remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
MG3
Performance
40/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
48/100
Grand i10
Performance
27/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
55/100
Ownership
65/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Mg MG3
leads the catalogue index with 66 pts
vs 55 pts for Grand i10
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, MG3 leads. However, Grand i10 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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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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It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Grand i10 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: Grand i10 27 vs MG3 40.
Efficiency index: Grand i10 66 vs MG3 90.
Safety-equipment index: Grand i10 68 vs MG3 92.
Practicality index: Grand i10 55 vs MG3 48.
Ownership-cover index: Grand i10 65 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.
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