BYD Seagull vs MG 3 Hybrid+
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD Seagull and the MG 3 Hybrid+ as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and SAIC Motor Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD Seagull
GLX variant
- SRP
- ₱968,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱16,845
Photo: MG Motor Philippines, via mgmotor.com.ph.
MG 3 Hybrid+
1.5L HEV CVT variant
- SRP
- ₱1,088,888
- Est. monthly
- ₱18,949
How they differ
- The BYD Seagull is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱968,000, which is ₱120,888 (11%) below the MG 3 Hybrid+ at ₱1,088,888.
- On installment at our default terms, the Seagull is estimated at ₱16,845 a month against ₱18,949 for the 3 Hybrid+, a difference of ₱2,104 a month.
- The 3 Hybrid+ makes more power (190 PS against 75 PS for the Seagull).
- The 3 Hybrid+ has more torque (250 Nm against 135 Nm for the Seagull).
- The 3 Hybrid+ is the longer vehicle (4,055 mm against 3,780 mm for the Seagull).
- They differ in powertrain: the Seagull has a battery-electric powertrain, the 3 Hybrid+ a hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD SeagullGLX, ₱968,000 | MG 3 Hybrid+1.5L HEV CVT, ₱1,088,888 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Permanent magnet synchronous motor, front | 1.5L petrol hybrid (engine 128 Nm, motor 250 Nm) |
| Max power (differs) | 75 PS | 190 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 5 |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 30 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 300 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 55 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 6.6 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 30 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 5 h from 0% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | 3-speed hybrid transmission |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 3780 mm | 4055 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1715 mm | 1729 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1580 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2500 mm | n/a |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 120 mm | 117 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1160 kg | 1308 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 4.95 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 36 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 230 L | 241 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam | Torsion beam |
| Front brake | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 175/55 R16 | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | 16-inch alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | n/a |
| Airbags (differs) | 4 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Rear-view camera, 3 rear parking sensors, cruise control | n/a |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 10.1-inch rotating touchscreen | n/a |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 7-inch LCD | n/a |
| Headlight (differs) | LED projector | LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with push-button start | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); wireless phone charger; top speed 130 km/h; 0-50 km/h in 4.9 s | n/a |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.