Detailed review and test of the 2024 MG3 hybrid, including the more expensive price, interior, engine, handling and economy.

The new MG3 is a considerably better vehicle than the fairly cheap and nasty model it replaces. The old MG3 sold very well but it had a low safety rating and wasn't good to drive; the new one, at least in optional hybrid guise, is far better.

Nathan Ponchard comprehensively tests the now much more expensive MG3 hybrid to see if it's worth it.

The new MG3 small hatchback has grown up, bringing a newfound hybrid powertrain option and a hike in pricing for the model once price from under $20K.

Kicking off from $23,990 before on roads, the new MG3 is offered in base Excite and highspec Essence with a choice of either 81kW petrol power or a 155kW petrolelectric hybrid.

On test here is the Hybrid+ Essence, priced from $29,990 list and brings a host of standard features, 8.0sec 0/100km/h performance, claimed 4.3/100km combined fuel consumption and seven years of warranty for the well rounded value pitch.

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