What is the actual fuel consumption of the MG3?
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MG3 1.5L Automatic Elite Edition consumed a total of 8.43L of 93-octane gasoline, with an average fuel consumption of 6.83 liters per 100 kilometers. The relevant details are as follows: 1. The MG3 currently offers two powertrain options: 1.3L and 1.5L, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and a 5-speed e-shift automatic transmission (AMT), respectively. The actual power output of the 1.5L engine is quite practical. Although the low-end torque below 2000 rpm is not particularly impressive, once it enters the working state, the pushing force is readily available. 2. The peak torque of the 1.5L engine occurs at 4500 rpm: During actual driving, it was observed that the engine's performance is gentle and smooth below 2300 rpm. However, when the accelerator is pressed deeply and the rpm rises above 2500, the power surges out continuously.
I've been driving the MG3 for two years now, and I find its real-world fuel consumption quite practical and easy to calculate. The official data claims around 6 liters per 100 kilometers, but in my daily city driving, it often reaches 7 to 8 liters. The reason is simple: during rush hour, there's heavy traffic and frequent stops at traffic lights, which means constant braking and accelerating—definitely fuel-consuming. On the highway, things improve a bit; maintaining a steady speed can bring it down to around 6.5 liters. Additionally, when I carry extra load or use the air conditioning in summer, the fuel consumption spikes slightly. Measuring real fuel consumption is straightforward: note the mileage and fuel amount each time you refuel, then calculate the average. Overall, the MG3's fuel consumption isn't exceptionally low, but as a commuter car, it's acceptable. The maintenance cost is manageable, and the key is to drive smoothly—avoid hard braking to save fuel and money. The savings can even buy you an extra meal, which is nice.
