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    2017 MG3

    Used from

    $13,990 excl. on-roads

    CarExpert Rating

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    6 year

    Fuel Efficiency

    5.8 / 100km

    About the MG3

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 2017 MG3 is a small car offered in a 5D hatchback body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $13,990 for the Core variant and topping out at $15,990 for the Essence.

    There are 3 variants of the MG3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in September of 2017.

    The MG3 is only available with an null motor that produces 78kW and 137Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    The 2017 MG3 was offered with a 6 year, unlimited km warranty.

    See MG3 models from other years

    2017 MG3 Price

    Core

    Soul

    Essence

    *excl. on-roads

    2017 MG3 Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the MG3

    Core

    • Airbags
      • Number Of: 6
    • Audio system
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
      • Includes Phone Control
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Aux Jack Front
      • Usb Connection Front
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Indicator Lights
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electrical system
      • Voltage (v): 12
    • Front seat
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Manual
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Height Adjustable
      • Height Adjustment: Manual
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (high Beam): Halogen
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Colour High Gloss
      • On Handbrake Grip: Carbon Fibre Or Carbon Fibre Look
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Power locks
      • Automatic Locking
      • Operation: Key
    • Power steering
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Split Bench
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Fullsize
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 4
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Type: Plastic
    • Ventilation system
      • Heater Type: Combustion
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Fixed

    Soul

    Adds to Core:
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Ipod Front
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Manual
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Variable
    Removes from Core:
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
    • Electrical system
      • Voltage (v): 12
    • Headlights
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Power locks
      • Automatic Locking
      • Operation: Key
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 4
    • Steering wheel
      • Type: Plastic
    • Ventilation system
      • Heater Type: Combustion
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Fixed

    Essence

    Adds to Soul:
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor
    Removes from Soul:
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Variable
    See all 2017 MG3 Specs

    2017 MG3 Dimensions

    1507mm
    1728mm
    4018mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2017 MG3 Dimensions

    2017 MG3 Towing Capacity

    See all MG3 Towing Capacity

    2017 MG3 Fuel Economy

    There are 1 different fuel economy figures for the MG3

    The most fuel efficient MG3 is the Core with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.5L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 5.8L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    MG3Fuel TypeCombined
    1.5L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWDPremium Unleaded5.8 L/100km
    See all MG3 Fuel Economy

    Cost of ownership

    What are the running and servicing costs of a MG3?

    You should service your MG3 at your authorised MG dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the MG3's warranty.

    2017 MG3 Warranty

    What is the warranty on a MG3?

    The MG3 offers a 6 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    MG3 FAQs

    The cheapest MG3 is the Core that starts from $13,990.

    The most expensive MG3 is the Essence that starts from $15,990.

    The best towing capacity of a MG3 is 200 kg offered by the following variants: Core, Soul and Essence.

    The largest MG3 is the Core which measures 1728mm wide, 4018mm in length and sits 1517mm tall.

    The most powerful MG3 is the Core which has 78kW of power from its 1.5L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

    The MG3 is built in China and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest MG3 is the Core which weighs 1685 kg (kerb weight).

    The MG3 uses premium unleaded.

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