A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
MG3 and XUV3XO are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
XUV3XO starts ZAR 9,901 cheaperMG3 from ZAR 269,900 · XUV3XO from ZAR 259,999
Five key differences
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Specification
MG3
XUV3XO
Maximum Power
MG375 kW @ 6000 rpm
XUV3XO82 kW @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Torque
MG3128 Nm @ 4500 rpm
XUV3XO200 Nm
Engine Size
MG31498 cc
XUV3XO1197 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
MG323.26 km/l
XUV3XO18 km/l
Ground Clearance
MG3149 mm
XUV3XO201 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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MG MG3
1.5L Hybrid+
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
MG3
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
XUV3XO
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
MG3
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
XUV3XO
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Model Introduced Year
2025
Not Available
Generation
Current-generation five-door MG3 offered locally with naturally aspirated petrol and self-charging hybrid powertrains.
Current local listing
Facelift History
South African launch specification introduced in 2025.
Not listed by current South African source page.
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Five-door hatchback
SUV
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
active
Active
Segment
Compact Hatchback
SUV
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
-
1362 kg
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Length
4113 mm
3990 mm
Width
1797 mm
1821 mm
Height
1502 mm
1647 mm
Wheelbase
2570 mm
2600 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
149 mm
201 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
36 l
42 l
Boot/Cargo Space
293 l
364 l
Kerb Weight
1308 kg
1362 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1766 kg
-
Payload Capacity
458 kg
-
Towing Capacity
500 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
-
Minimum Turning Radius
5.25 m
5.3 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Engine
1.5-litre Self Charging Hybrid
1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Self Charging Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
1197 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Multipoint Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
82 kW @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Torque
128 Nm @ 4500 rpm
200 Nm
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
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
8.0 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
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
60.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
324.92 Nm/tonne
146.8 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
XUV3XO
Gearbox
3-Speed Automatic hybrid transmission
Automatic
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
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
3
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
6-speed automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Hybrid
Not Applicable
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 Available
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Hybrid transmission
6-speed automatic
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
Transmission Speeds
3
6
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Claimed Mileage
23.26 km/l
18 km/l
City Mileage
27.03 km/l
14.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
20.41 km/l
20.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
36 l
42 l
Emission Standard
EURO 5
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
23.26 km/l
18 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
36
42
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
XUV3XO
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Seat belt reminder for all passengers
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front parking sensors
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Seat belt reminder for all passengers
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Available
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
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
Blind View Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Reverse parking sensors
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Rear view camera
360 Degree Camera
Standard
360-degree surround view system
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
Reverse parking sensors
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Rear view camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
360-degree surround view system
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Blind View Monitoring
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Seat Material
PVC + Fabric
Leatherette
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
PU
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way manual
Height-adjustable driver seat
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way manual
Height-adjustable driver seat
Seat Trim
PVC + Fabric
Leatherette
Rear Armrest
-
Rear armrest with cup holder
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
-
Standard
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Climate Control
Single-zone air conditioning
Dual-zone climate control
Power Windows
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Remote keyless entry
Push Button Start
Standard
Push button start
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Standard
Skyroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Standard
AC Type
Single-zone air conditioning
Dual-zone climate control
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
364 l
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Standard
12V Accessory Socket
-
12V socket
Front Armrest
-
Front armrest with storage
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Infotainment System
10.25-inch infotainment display
10.25-inch HD infotainment
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wired Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
6
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch driver display
10.25-inch digital cluster
USB Ports
2 front USB-C ports (1 full-function, 1 charging)
Front USB-A and rear USB-C
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch
10.25-inch HD infotainment
Touchscreen
10.25-inch
10.25-inch HD infotainment
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wired Apple CarPlay
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Steering audio control
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED signature lamp
Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED front fog lamps
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
Flare Red, Morning Yellow, Pearl Black, York White, Hampstead Grey, St. Moritz Blue, Blade Silver
See OEM source page for colour availability.
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Skyroof
Rear Wiper
-
Standard
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Approach Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Min
-
Not Applicable
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Tyre Size
195/55 R16
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre repair kit
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
16-inch
R16 steel wheels
Handbrake Type
Electric
Electronic parking brake
Parking Brake Type
-
Electronic parking brake
Electric Park Brake
-
Electronic parking brake with auto hold
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Front Suspension
MacPherson
MacPherson strut with anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion beam with coil springs
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
CO2 Emissions
100 g/km
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Service Plan
MG3-specific service plan
5 years / 100 000 km
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Ownership Role
Passenger vehicle
South Africa market model
Price Zar
469900 ZAR
374999 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current South African MSRP
flagship
Starting Price
469900
259999
Starting Price Zar
469900
259999
Spec
MG3
XUV3XO
Warranty
5 years / 150,000 km
5 years / 150 000 km
Basic Warranty
5 years / 150,000 km
5 years / 150 000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This MG3 and XUV3XO comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. 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 XUV3XO 40.
Efficiency index: MG3 90 vs XUV3XO 69.
Safety-equipment index: MG3 92 vs XUV3XO 84.
Practicality index: MG3 48 vs XUV3XO 66.
Ownership-cover index: MG3 not separately scored vs XUV3XO 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
MG3 leads by 2 points
MG3 and XUV3XO 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
XUV3XO
Performance
40/100
Efficiency
69/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
66/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMG MG3
leads the specification evidence index with 66 pts
vs 64 pts for XUV3XO
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, MG3 leads. However, XUV3XO may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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