MG4 vs approved Tesla M3

[guptashreyas]

I must admit when you list the advantages of an M3 it sounds quite compelling, I did consider changing my MG5 LR but at 71 years old I find the M3 a bit too low for me, a firmer ride and boot access for my golf clubs isn't ideal, but I can definitely see the attraction of changing to an M3. The Model Y would be ideal for me but a bit too expensive. I believe all Tesla's RRP are over 40 grand which attracts the luxury car tax for 5 years which continues when you buy one second hand.

This is true. I have occasionally hit my head on the doorsill getting in and out if I was in a hurry. Need to be more careful.
About the seating I like a low riding position so that isn’t too much of a problem, but I am also only 28 I would recommend testing the boot with the golf clubs, while no hatchback it’s definitely larger than it looks on the outside.

 

[robrymond]

Some cheaper M3s back in used under the price of the MG4. I'm due to pick my MG4 up tomorrow but having some last minute thoughts.

Do I want a shiny new car which will probably loose value as I drive off, or do I swap for a 2019 M3 which has lost half its value already?

 

[Jester27]

Some cheaper M3s back in used under the price of the MG4. I'm due to pick my MG4 up tomorrow but having some last minute thoughts.

Do I want a shiny new car which will probably loose value as I drive off, or do I swap for a 2019 M3 which has lost half its value already?

Go for the model 3
Best decision I ever made after trying 2 MG4'S and rejecting them both.
The model 3 is way ahead of MG and the service from Tesla is absolutely fantastic.

 

[tsedge]

Some cheaper M3s back in used under the price of the MG4. I'm due to pick my MG4 up tomorrow but having some last minute thoughts.

Do I want a shiny new car which will probably loose value as I drive off, or do I swap for a 2019 M3 which has lost half its value already?

Do you want a brand new car or one 4 years old?

 

[siteguru]

Some cheaper M3s back in used under the price of the MG4. I'm due to pick my MG4 up tomorrow but having some last minute thoughts.

Do I want a shiny new car which will probably loose value as I drive off, or do I swap for a 2019 M3 which has lost half its value already?

There's only one person can answer that question ... and it's not any of us.

 

[bowfer]

Do you want a brand new car or one 4 years old?

Short of the ‘new car smell’ and some thrill about being the first owner, what advantage does a new MG give over a used Tesla?
Both have warranties.

 

[robrymond]

Do you want a brand new car or one 4 years old?

Not really fussed tbh, I've always had hand me downs so a new car would have been a first but then I'm worried about that big depreciation.

 

[tsedge]

Not really fussed tbh, I've always had hand me downs so a new car would have been a first but then I'm worried about that big depreciation.

If depreciation is your main concern then go for the M3

 

[bowfer]

Not really fussed tbh, I've always had hand me downs so a new car would have been a first but then I'm worried about that big depreciation.

If buying it’s not an issue for you.
But for anyone looking to PCP a used Tesla, they will only do so up to the car being 7 years old.
So, for example, if you wanted a three year old Tesla on PCP, you’re only getting a 3 year deal maximum (whereas 4 years is the pretty much the PCP standard now)

 

[robrymond]

If buying it’s not an issue for you.
But for anyone looking to PCP a used Tesla, they will only do so up to the car being 7 years old.
So, for example, if you wanted a three year old Tesla on PCP, you’re only getting a 3 year deal maximum (whereas 4 years is the pretty much the PCP standard now)

I'm not doing PCP, just cash via a loan I've had.

 

[tsedge]

Short of the ‘new car smell’ and some thrill about being the first owner, what advantage does a new MG give over a used Tesla?
Both have warranties.

Well actually my new MG4 doesn't have the new car smell for some reason. I don't mind, it isn't something I care about.

The advantages are:

• 40,000-50,000 miles less wear and tear on the car and components.
• Avoid 4 years of someone else's dirt / poor care / damage to the interior.
• Avoid 4 years of wear and tear on the exterior paint and glass.
• Full warranty, not just the balance remaining.
• A more modern design (yes really, have you seen a M3, it is like a 90s egg car!)

Now you might not care about any of these, fine, buy a M3, but they are reasons that some people care about.

 

[bowfer]

Well actually my new MG4 doesn't have the new car smell for some reason. I don't mind, it isn't something I care about.

The advantages are:

• 40,000-50,000 miles less wear and tear on the car and components.
• Avoid 4 years of someone else's dirt / poor care / damage to the interior.
• Avoid 4 years of wear and tear on the exterior paint and glass.
• Full warranty, not just the balance remaining.
• A more modern design (yes really, have you seen a M3, it is like a 90s egg car!)

Now you might not care about any of these, fine, buy a M3, but they are reasons that some people care about.

Yeah the styling I will give you, although I don’t hate the M3 styling.
Tesla give used cars the balance of the warranty plus an extra year.
They also guarantee the exterior and interior is up to a certain standard, if it’s not you pick another one.
The ones I’ve been looking at are barely half the miles you’ve mentioned (probably on 6000-8000 mile per year deals)

 

[tsedge]

Yeah the styling I will give you, although I don’t hate the M3 styling.
Tesla give used cars the balance of the warranty plus an extra year.
They also guarantee the exterior and interior is up to a certain standard, if it’s not you pick another one.
The ones I’ve been looking at are barely half the miles you’ve mentioned (probably on 6000-8000 mile per year deals)

It is a fine car the M3, will suit many people, if you can get low mileage used one in vgc, go for it.

 

[Jester27]

If you can source a M3 from Tesla themselves, it will come with remainder of the 4 year/50k miles warranty plus another extra year.
And trust me the warranty is awesome, bumper to bumper covered.
I've had a few minor issues with mine and all have been fixed without hesitation.
Slight fogging to the front and rear lights resulted in replacements all round at a cost of around £2k had it not been under warranty.
They are proactive in resolving any issues rather than dodging them.
They'll also send a Tesla Ranger out to your house to fix if they can do it there, which is a HUGE bonus.
Tesla also usually provide Enhanced Autopilot on their used inventory stock which is a £3.5k option if you want it later.
After both of my MG4's and the reluctance of MG to take ownership of it's issues, I wouldn't touch another one with a bargepole as much as I did love my ZS.

 

[Jester27]

Styling wise I agree it's showing its age a little but still a fine looking car, if a little over popular now.

 

[tsedge]

Styling wise I agree it's showing its age a little but still a fine looking car, if a little over popular now.
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Nice colour though!

 

[Chequers]

Styling wise I agree it's showing its age a little but still a fine looking car, if a little over popular now.
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I still think that model looks nicer than the later de-chromed facelift Model 3

 

[Jester27]

I still think that model looks nicer than the later de-chromed facelift Model 3

Me too and the earlier ones are slightly better specced.
Front fogs are standard which were removed along with the chrome trims

 

[FiferMG4]

Styling wise I agree it's showing its age a little but still a fine looking car, if a little over popular now.
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Were I to get one, that would be the colour I’d go for. Looks great!

 

[Dan C]

Styling wise I agree it's showing its age a little but still a fine looking car, if a little over popular now.
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How have you found the range in winter ? The pre 2021 ones have a normal heater rather than heat pump, can you expect similar range to a MG4 in winter ? E.g 120miles-130miles.