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2024 Launch  ·  Australia

MG MG3

Light hatch. from $23,990 drive-away. 7 years, unlimited km. Battery: 7 years on Hybrid+

On Sale NowHybrid
From
$23,990d/a
Engine
1.5L
Power
61 to 155kW
Seats
5

What is it?

MG's all-new fourth-generation light hatch arrived in 2024 with a full redesign, a genuine 155 kW Hybrid+ option, and the cheapest new-car sticker in Australia. 5-star ANCAP and 7-year warranty come standard.

The lineup runs from Excite at $23,990 drive-away, through to Essence Hybrid+ at $31,990 drive-away. Warranty cover sits at 10 years, 250,000 km (transferable).

Interior and Technology

$23,990 drive-away is the cheapest new car in Australia, with a 5-star ANCAP rating from 2024 and a 7-year warranty.

Petrol 1.5L is breathless next to the Hybrid+, and the CVT can drone under load.

Quick Buyer Context

Should you buy the MG3?

Reasons to buy

  • $23,990 drive-away is the cheapest new car in Australia, with a 5-star ANCAP rating from 2024 and a 7-year warranty.
  • Warranty: 7 years, unlimited km. Battery: 7 years on Hybrid+.
  • 5-star ANCAP (2024), full driver-assist suite.
  • 293 L (983 L seats down) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.

Reasons to wait

  • Petrol 1.5L is breathless next to the Hybrid+, and the CVT can drone under load.
  • You want Toyota or Suzuki resale data, AllGrip AWD (Swift), or a tighter Picanto-style sticker.
  • The Hybrid+ is the one to buy if budget allows. 155 kW combined makes the petrol entry feel underpowered by comparison.
  • Top trim climbs to $31,990 drive-away.
Who it suits
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City drivers
Tidy footprint, easy parking
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Budget
Sharp entry pricing
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Hybrid buyers
Efficient, no plug
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Commuters
Daily driver, low fuss
CarTell Verdict

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The CarTell take

We have not driven this yet. On paper, here is how it stacks up.

Strongest suit on paper
$23,990 drive-away is the cheapest new car in Australia, with a 5-star ANCAP rating from 2024 and a 7-year warranty.
The trade-off
Petrol 1.5L is breathless next to the Hybrid+, and the CVT can drone under load.
Check before you buy
The Hybrid+ is the one to buy if budget allows. 155 kW combined makes the petrol entry feel underpowered by comparison.
Best suited to
First-car buyers and city commuters chasing the cheapest new car in Australia, plus a genuine full hybrid for under $29,000 drive-away.
How it stacks up

The Rivals

Light hatch  ·  Australia  ·  2026
Suzuki Swift
Suzuki Swift
From $24,490 drive-away
HYBRID4 variants
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Common questions
How much is the MG3 in Australia?

Pricing opens at $23,990 drive-away for the Excite petrol and tops at $31,990 drive-away for the Essence Hybrid+.

Does the MG3 come as a hybrid?

Yes. The Hybrid+ pairs a 1.5L petrol engine with an electric motor for 155 kW combined, driving through a 3-speed hybrid transmission.

Is the MG3 the cheapest new car in Australia?

Yes. The Excite at $23,990 drive-away holds the title at the time of writing.

What is the MG3 warranty?

7 years unlimited km on the vehicle, with 7 years on the Hybrid+ battery.