Mg MG3 vs Suzuki Swift Sport
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.
Mg MG3
Suzuki Swift Sport
At a Glance — Who Wins What
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | 75 kW @ 6000 rpm | 103 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 128 Nm @ 4500 rpm | 230 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1373 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 23.26 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | 149 mm | 130 mm |
| Boot / Load Bay | 293 l | 265 l |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Kerb Weight | 1308 kg | 990 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
MG3 and Swift Sport are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
MG3
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Swift Sport
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Which One's Right for You?
MG3
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Swift Sport
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2019 |
| Generation | Current-generation five-door MG3 offered locally with naturally aspirated petrol and self-charging hybrid powertrains. | ZC33S-series Swift Sport — third generation of the Sport nameplate globally; K14D BoosterJet replaces the naturally-aspirated M16A used in the previous generation; significant step change in performance and specification over the prior model |
| Facelift History | South African launch specification introduced in 2025. | Current K14D BoosterJet-engined Swift Sport generation launched in SA in 2019; AT variant added to the SA range in 2021; no major mechanical updates since launch; specification aligned with global ZC33S series |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2025 | 2021 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Five-door hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Compact Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Vehicle Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.4 Turbo AT |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Color Note | - | Champion Yellow, Super White Pearl, Speedy Blue, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 990 kg |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4113 mm | 3890 mm |
| Width | 1797 mm | 1735 mm |
| Height | 1502 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 149 mm | 130 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 l | 37 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 293 l | 265 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1308 kg | 990 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1766 kg | 1390 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 458 kg | 420 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.25 m | 4.8 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 965 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 962 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1032 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 890 mm |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Self Charging Hybrid | 1.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | K14D |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Self Charging Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1498 cc | 1373 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multipoint Injection | Direct Injection (DI) — BoosterJet |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 74 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 79.4 mm |
| Maximum Power | 75 kW @ 6000 rpm | 103 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 128 Nm @ 4500 rpm | 230 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Combined Power | 155 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | 425 Nm | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 2 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Front | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 3-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.0 sec | 8.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Standard, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 118.50 kW/tonne | 104 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 324.92 Nm/tonne | 232.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 1.83 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 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 | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 3-Speed Automatic hybrid transmission | 6-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-wheel drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Available | Sport Paddle Shifters on Steering Column |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.062:1 |
| Number of Gears | 3 | 6 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Hybrid | 6-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | Two-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 Available | Sport Paddle Shifters on Steering Column |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Hybrid transmission | 6-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Front-wheel drive | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 3 | 6 |
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.5 |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 23.26 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| City Mileage | 27.03 km/l | 12.2 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 20.41 km/l | 18.2 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 l | 37 l |
| Emission Standard | EURO 5 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 23.26 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 36 | 37 |
| 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 | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 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 | Standard | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Standard | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Available |
| AEB | Standard | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Standard | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Standard | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking with Smart Key |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Standard | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Standard | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Standard | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | PVC + Fabric | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Heated Seats | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | PU | Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Standard | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way manual | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-way manual | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Seat Trim | PVC + Fabric | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1370 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1345 mm |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Assisted Sport Tuned (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Sport Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 0 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | 4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 1 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Alcantara sports seats with red stitching, flat-bottomed sport steering wheel, 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, sport-specific instrument display with boost gauge and oil temperature, dual exhaust |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 579 |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Fabric Seats | - | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 4-Way with Sport Bucket Profile |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Sport Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Interior Colours | - | 1 |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 1 |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Single-zone air conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | Standard | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | Smart Key System |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Push Button Start |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Standard | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| AC Type | Single-zone air conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 579 l |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 8.5 sec |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection (DI) — BoosterJet |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6.4 |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Surround View Monitor | Standard | Not Available |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Seat Type | - | Alcantara Sport Seats with Bolstering |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Sport Armrest |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | 4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Air Conditioning | Single-zone air conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Manual Aircon | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Smart Key System |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Smart Key System |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Smart Key System |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Push Button Start |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Push Button Start |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Roof | Standard | Not Available |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Sound System | 6 | 4 |
| Voice Command Support | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Command | - | Via Smartphone |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Rear Wing | - | Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design |
| Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Spare Wheel | Tyre repair kit | Space Saver Spare |
| Rim Size | 16-inch | 17 Inches |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Uprated 16mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Sub Frame | - | HEARTECT Sport Monocoque |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | - | swift-sport |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Push Button Start |
| Unlocking | Standard | Smart Key System |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Smart Key System |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Smart Key System |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Climate Zones | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Standard Sport Armrest |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Push Button Start |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 579 l |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch infotainment display | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 4 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 7-inch driver display | 4.2-inch Colour LCD |
| USB Ports | 2 front USB-C ports (1 full-function, 1 charging) | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Multi Information Display | - | 4.2-inch Colour LCD Info Display |
| Infotainment Display | - | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Display Audio | - | 7-inch Touchscreen |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 4 |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Via Smartphone |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Wired Android Auto |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Flare Red, Morning Yellow, Pearl Black, York White, Hampstead Grey, St. Moritz Blue, Blade Silver | 4 |
| Headlights | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design) |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Body Type | - | Hatchback |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Four Windows |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Headlamps | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Led Headlights | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED DRLs |
| DRL | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Rear Roof Spoiler — Sport Design |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 22 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 0 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 130 mm |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 130 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | 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 |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 22 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 0 mm |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | 195/45 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Solid Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Tyre repair kit | Space Saver Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 16-inch | 17 Inches |
| Handbrake Type | Electric | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheel Type | - | 17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design) |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 300 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 259 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 81 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | Y |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design) |
| Wheels | - | 17-inch BBS Sport Alloy Wheels (Exclusive Design) |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Solid Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre repair kit | Space Saver Spare |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Space Saver Spare |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/45 R17 |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 17 Inches |
| Wheel Diameter | 16-inch | 17 Inches |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather-Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson | MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers |
| Front Track Width | - | 1510 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1510 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | HEARTECT Sport Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted Sport Tuned (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring — Sport Rate |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring — Sport Rate |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Uprated 20mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Uprated 16mm Sport Anti-Roll Bar |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Bilstein Sport Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson | MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut — Sport Tuned |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam — Sport Tuned Dampers |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Bilstein Sport Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | HEARTECT Sport Monocoque |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 100 g/km | 147 g/km |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | - | 70 dB |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 95 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 147 |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | MG3-specific service plan | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,500–R3,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | MG3-specific service plan | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | MG3-specific service plan | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Passenger vehicle | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 469900 ZAR | 493900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African MSRP | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 469900 | 493900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 469900 | 493900 |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Years | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | MG3 | Swift Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 9.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 5.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
MG3 leads by 3 points
MG3 and Swift Sport are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Swift Sport
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
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How to Read This Comparison
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, MG3 leads. However, Swift Sport 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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In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This MG3 and Swift Sport 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: MG3 40 vs Swift Sport 50.
Efficiency index: MG3 90 vs Swift Sport 60.
Safety-equipment index: MG3 92 vs Swift Sport 87.
Practicality index: MG3 48 vs Swift Sport 50.
Ownership-cover index: MG3 not separately scored vs Swift Sport 71.
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.