MG is back with a new version of its bargain MG3 supermini, and it gains a hybrid engine for the first time. CAR Magazine UK gives the full verdict
But is it that ‘Fiesta killer’ or are you better digging that bit deeper to get something a bit more expensive? Read on to find out.Doesn’t feel as powerful as the figures suggest, interior feels cheapA quick glance at a typical supermarket car park is all you need to see that MG is doing rather well in the UK. Cheap but decent cars at a price a typical punter can afford the monthlies on is a result for success.
As for fuel economy, MG claims 64.2mpg and 100g/km CO2 emissions, with real-world figures a bit behind those of aFor the price, it’s quite hard to grumble about the MG3’s interior. The general look isn’t much different to the more expensive, with a squared-off steering wheel, clear touchscreen and digital dial display. There are few physical buttons but there are useful shortcuts to the climate settings, for example, in the main screen.
It ticks a lot of boxes in the spacious stakes, too, particularly for rear-seat room. Most adults will be able to sit in the rear quite comfortably, and it’s only headroom that could prove quite tight. Boot space is average for the class as you get slightly more than a Toyota Yaris but a touch less than aIf you go into the MG3 thinking you’re getting a 200bhp hot hatch, prepare to be disappointed. But otherwise, it’s a fine steer, especially for the price.
But, like the MG4, it’s quite a keen chassis that feels capable of accommodating more power still. Refinement is good, especially at motorway speeds and the ride quality – in part courtesy of its smaller alloys with plenty of sidewall – is comfortable for the most part. Some of the MG3’s tuning took place out of its UK engineering base in Longbridge, and it shows with how it drives.Like every MG, low pricing is central to the MG3’s appeal.
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