Engine Capacity Rating
1.5 L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
109 bhp
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
5 Seater
Standard
AED 45,570
Engine Assembly
1.5 L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
109 bhp
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
5 Seater
Engine Torque Output
142 Nm
Engine Capacity Rating
1.5 L
Drivetrain Type
Front Wheel Drive
cylinders
4

MG 7
Starting from
AED 95,445

MG 5
Starting from
AED 50,658

MG One
Starting from
AED 88,700

MG ZS
Starting from
AED 78,750

MG HS
Starting from
AED 94,900

MG GT
Starting from
AED 64,575
MG RX9
Starting from
AED 135,000

MG Whale
Starting from
AED 94,290
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The 2026 MG 3 is a compact hatchback pitched at buyers who want practical city transport without stretching to a Japanese or Korean rival. It seats 5 and starts from AED 45,570 — one of the most accessible new-car entry points in the UAE market.
Power comes from a 1.5 L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 109 bhp, paired with a Automatic gearbox. With only a single Standard trim available in the UAE, the buying decision is straightforward — there are no costly step-ups to navigate, and the standard specification includes features that would cost more on rivals at this price point.
Pros: the MG 3 offers exceptional value-for-money at this price — features like a touchscreen infotainment system and rear parking sensors come as standard where rivals charge more for equivalent kit. The light steering and compact dimensions make it well-suited to urban driving. Cons: the 109 bhp output is modest for highway merging or overtaking at speed, and the cabin materials reflect the budget positioning more obviously than Korean rivals at similar prices. Fuel efficiency is competitive for its class, though no official combined figure has been published for the UAE market.
With no used-car data currently available on CarSwitch, resale value is difficult to benchmark precisely. MG as a brand has been building UAE market presence steadily, but the 3 sits in a segment where Toyota and Hyundai residuals are historically stronger — buyers prioritising long-term value should factor that in.
Buyers cross-shopping the MG 3 typically also consider the Hyundai i20, Toyota Yaris, and Kia Picanto — all compact hatchbacks in a similar price bracket where the MG wins on outright affordability but the Japanese and Korean alternatives tend to hold their value better over time.