MG 3 Excite Vti-Tech at Blackshaws (2023)

FAQs

What is the crash test rating for MG3? ›

The MG 3 was crash tested by Euro NCAP back in 2014 and achieved a three-star rating.

MPG and fuel costs: What does a MG3 cost to run? "The dated 1.5-litre engine doesn't look very good in terms of fuel economy. It averages just 42.3mpg on the WLTP combined cycle, which is way off the 53.3mpg claimed by the entry-level 1.1-litre Ford Fiesta."

Rear parking sensors. 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Wired Apple CarPlay. Cruise control.

The Excite also includes GPS sat nav as standard, and steps up the sound system to be a six-speaker unit with “Full Vehicle Yamaha 3D Sound Field”.

The most serious is that the timing chain on early models can stretch and skip a cog, leading to rough running, poor starting and eventual engine failure. An upgraded chain is available to prevent this from happening again, and later cars shouldn't have this problem.

Thankfully, MG has consistently proved itself to be an excellent choice when it comes to choosing a reliable car. For drivers looking for a dependable and affordable car, the range of MG vehicles offers the perfect solution.

MG performed reasonably well in the 2022 What Car? Reliability Survey coming ninth out of 32 brands, behind Hyundai and Kia, but ahead of Peugeot. Better still, the MG ZS EV was the most reliable electric car in the survey, and you get a seven-year (80,000-mile) manufacturer warranty as standard.

The MG 3 fuel average is around 6.7L/100 km and has a fuel capacity of about 45 liters.

MG 3 Excite

Also standard is a height-adjustable driver's seat, multi-function steering wheel and rear parking sensors.

The MG ZS is certainly very affordable so if you're after an SUV on a budget but don't want to buy something older that will potentially go wrong, it makes a case for itself as a cheap but practical SUV. However, many other similar-sized SUVs are much better, but also more expensive.

What is the difference between the MG 3 core and excite? ›

The MG3 Core with Nav is a great choice for those who want a car with reliable navigation and safety features, while the MG3 Excite offers a more luxurious and personalized driving experience. And with a range of color options available for each variant, you can truly make your MG3 your own.

MG is Chinese owned as are brands like Volvo and Lotus. We've driven MG's two newest SUV models and they are decent but still have progress to make to match the best from brands like Hyundai and VW.

Some are average, others quite disappointing, but overall MG's dependability is nothing to shout about. In a Telegraph survey in 2013 about engine reliability, MG actually came out as the worst car brand for engine reliability. They found that 1 in 13 MG's failed.

The VTi Engine (Variable Valve Lift and Timing injection) is a variable valve timing (VVT) system for car engines created jointly by both PSA Peugeot Citroën and BMW Group from the BMW VALVETRONIC concept.

It uses Premium Unleaded Petrol fuel. The 2021 MG3 was sold with an engine size of 1.5L and with four-cylinder.

The MG3 sits at the affordable end of the small hatch market, but it doesn't feel like a cheap product. Instead, it's one of the most underrated small cars on the market, even if it's beginning to show its age after seven years in production. Excellent value for money, great handling, long list of equipment.

Why would my MG MG3 need a timing chain replacement? A timing chain or belt on a MG MG3 makes sure the crankshaft and camshaft are in time and the valves are opening and closing at the precise moment to coincide with the cylinder combustion.

There have been several reports of problems with the engine on the MG ZS, whereby drivers have experienced a loss in engine performance, engine noise, as well as frequent misfires in some cases. A loss in engine power accompanied by other symptoms could be caused by a number of different potential problems going on.

The best-selling MG of all time, the MGB roadster, arrived in 1962. It's arguably the first modern MG, since it was the first car from the marque to use monocoque construction, rather than a separate chassis as the MGA and others had.

Is an MG a luxury car? ›

Sophisticated Style. The MG is badge synonymous with decades of style and luxurious design.

Who Are MG? MG is a British automotive marque founded by Cecil Kimber in the 1920s, and M.G. Car Company Limited was the British sports car manufacturer that made the marque famous. Best known for its open two-seater sports cars, MG also produced saloons and coupés, with engines up to three litres in size.

MG's parent company is SAIC Motor (Shanghai Automobile Industry Corporation). SAIC Motor is the 7^th largest car manufacturer in the world and was the first automobile group in China with annual sales exceeding 7 million units.

MG Motor designs, develops and markets cars sold under the British MG marque, while vehicle manufacturing takes place at its plants in China, Thailand, and India.

Among the MG Philippines vehicles subjected to the test, the MG 5 Alpha variant registered the highest fuel-efficiency rating: 20.20kpl.

But it seems MG Australia has now confirmed that the car will be happy on 91-octane fuel, so that's good news for you and your wallet. Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice.

Fuel consumption was just under 20 mpg.

Standard equipment for the entry-level Core includes 15-inch alloy wheels and a space-saver spare wheel, tartan finish cloth seats, halogen headlights with LED daytime running lights, auto on/off lights, manual air conditioning (not climate control), electric windows and mirrors, a leather steering wheel with audio ...

MG3 Auto will keep your eyes on the prize, with hydraulic power steering. No need to take your hands off the wheel with the MG M3 Auto Steering Wheel Mounted Controls.

The MG iSMART app helps you quickly locate your vehicle and check it's safe to drive at the touch of a button. Plus, you can use the remote control to pre-set the air conditioning to a comfortable temperature before you've even stepped inside. Determine the exact location of your car.

What is the best MG model? ›

MG ZS range claims Drive Best Overall Value Car of the Year Award for 2021. We are delighted to announce that the ZS small SUV range has been awarded the Best Overall Value prize in the 2021 Drive Car of the Year awards.

United States

The MG TD was introduced in 1949. In the 1950s, MG faced stiffer competition from other imported vehicles such as Austin-Healey, Triumph, Jaguar, and Mercedes. By 1980, the MG story in the United States had ended as the company folded while facing even more manufacturers that cannibalized its sales.

MG Rover's best year for car sales was their first full year of business, in 2001 – when they sold over 170,000 cars. In 2004 their sales had declined to around 120,000. The company ceased trading on 8 April 2005, with debts of over £1.4 billion, after a proposed alliance with SAIC collapsed.

The Dacia and MG are closely matched. But in the final reckoning, the Sandero gets the nod, thanks in no small part to its lower price, eager engine and smoother ride. It doesn't look as trendy as the MG and isn't as sharp to drive, but it has a more durable cabin and should cost less to run.

All HS variants come equipped with autonomous emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist, blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic alert, and speed sign recognition.

This particular model boasts stand out features including MG Pilot driver assistance aids, 10" colour touchscreen satnav, 360' parking camera and heated front seats. Includes MG's marketing leading 7 year MG warranty.

Best known for its open two-seater sports cars, MG also produced saloons and coupés, with engines up to three litres in size and 3.5 L in the case of the MGB GT V8. The marque is now owned by Chinese state-owned automaker SAIC Motor Corporation Limited.

MG Motor is a British brand that was acquired by China's largest automaker SAIC Motor. SAIC entered the Indian market through the MG Motor brand and launched its first car here in 2019.

Chery, Haval, FAW, represented in Ukraine, are in the “middle”, and Chery Jetour is one of the outsiders in the quality rating. The China Car Quality Network has published a quality rating of Chinese car brands for 2022 for ICE cars and electric cars separately.

MG3 now holds a Vehicle Safety Risk Rating - for vehicles that don't have an ANCAP or Used Car Safety Rating (UCSR) – also of three stars.

How fast does the MG3 fire? ›

It's not perfect but is good value for money and so far has performed fairly well. Spacious interior, good front and side visibility, willing engine and precise steering. Internal finishes are satisfactory given the price, switchgear and controls are reasonably intuitive to use.

The MG3 takes your safety seriously, engineered to the highest specifications and utilising the following key safety features: 6 Airbags. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) system.

MG performed reasonably well in the 2022 What Car? Reliability Survey coming ninth out of 32 brands, just behind Mazda and Kia, but ahead of Citroën, Skoda and Ford.

MG HS reliability

MG owners rated the brand's overall reliability particularly poorly, with 35% of MG owners reporting a fault in the first year of ownership in the 2022 Driver Power survey, but the mood improved when it came to value for money.

By June of the same year a deal was completed and the MG X80 project was up and running. MG Rover now had a toehold in Modena, the traditional heartland of the Italian Supercar industry.

MG3 Auto will keep your eyes on the prize, with hydraulic power steering. No need to take your hands off the wheel with the MG M3 Auto Steering Wheel Mounted Controls.