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MG 3 2020
Carsguide Managing Editor - Head of Video Matt Campbell had this to say at the time: Aside from its safety shortcomings and underwhelming powertrain, it’s easy to see why the MG3 has become a successful part of the brand’s line-up. If you’re driving around a rural centre like I was, it makes a lot of sense.
You can read the full review here.This is what Matt Campbell liked most about this particular version of the MG 3: Good ride, Fun to drive, Great ownership prospects
MG 3 2020 News
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MG 3 2020 Price and Specs
MG 3 2020 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the MG 3 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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How to get a damaged 2021 MG3 repaired under warranty
This might be a tricky one because crash damage is not usually covered by a car’s factory warranty. But if you believe the crash was caused by brake failure, then the manufacturer is potentially responsible for that. Whether that translates to paying for the crash damage is a very grey area, however.
CarsGuide is not able to offer legal advice, but this sounds like a case where you might consider engaging a solicitor to help sort it all out and determine who’s going to pay for what. The first step would be to have the car independently tested to see if the brakes are, indeed, faulty, and tackle it from there. Your state motoring club should have a legal advice department that can help guide you and might be a good starting point.
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Whistling noise from the windows of my 2022 MG3 Core
Very often, a whistling noise caused by air passing over the vehicle is caused not by the window openings, but the actual door openings. If the rubber door seals are from a bad batch or the doors have not been aligned properly on their hinges at the factory, this very annoying whistling sound can be the result. Fitting window-shields to force the air around the window openings won’t do a darn thing if the noise is from the door rubbers, which sounds like what might be going on here.
At least the dealership has admitted that there’s a problem, so stay on top of them until the problem is sorted out. And definitely do not take “they all do that” for an answer. A simple mechanical seal should not be beyond the skills of a modern car-maker.
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Is my 2019 MG3 warranty transferrable
Fundamentally, a car’s factory warranty should follow it from one owner to another. That’s how Australian consumer law works. The exception would be if the car had not been serviced and maintained properly, at which point the manufacturer can argue that they no longer have an obligation to fix the car under warranty. But that would be regardless of whether it has changed hands or not.
Many car buyers looking for a second-hand car will be attracted to a vehicle that still has a portion of its factory warranty to run. It’s great peace of mind for those buyers.
MG Australia extended its factory warranty to seven years/unlimited kilometres back in 2017, so your 2019 car should still have at least 18 months to run.
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MG 3 2020 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2020 MG 3 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The MG 3 currently offers fuel consumption from 6.7 to 6.7L/100km. The MG 3 is available with the following fuel type: PULP.
| MG 3 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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| Core | Hatchback | 1.5L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.7L/100km | |
| Excite | Hatchback | 1.5L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.7L/100km | |
| Excite | Hatchback | 1.5L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.7L/100km | |
MG 3 2020 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2020 MG 3 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1729mm x 1504mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| MG 3 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | Hatchback | 1504x1729x4055 mm | 132 mm | |
| Excite | Hatchback | 1504x1729x4055 mm | 132 mm | |
MG 3 2020 Boot Space
MG 3 2020 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2020 MG 3 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the MG 3 vary from 15x6 inches to 16x6.5 inches.
| MG 3 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | Hatchback | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | |
| Excite | Hatchback | 195x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 195x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
MG 3 2020 Towing capacity
The MG 3 has maximum towing capacity of 200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| MG 3 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | Hatchback | 1.5L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 200kg | |
| Excite | Hatchback | 1.5L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 200kg | |