MG MG F F
The MG MG F F (1995–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: RD
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,910 mm RDW | 3,912 mm |
| Width | 1,630 mm RDW | 1,651 mm |
| Height | 1,240–1,260 mm RDW | 1,270 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,370–2,380 mm RDW | 2,388 mm |
| Front track | 1,400–1,412 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,406–1,418 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,035–1,073 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,135–1,173 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,320 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 193–212 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 165–179 Nm ASTRA | 145 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/55R15, 205/50R15, 215/40R16, 195/45R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 69.9% (69.2–70.6) | 69.2% | 17,006 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 34.5% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 33.8% | 36.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 19.8% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 19.4% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 18.0% | 17.1% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 10.1% | 11.8% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 6 versions of the MG MG F F
United Kingdom 6 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–20031.6 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.4 L/100 km NEDC | 177 g/km |
| 2001–20031.8i | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.4–7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 178–182 g/km |
| 2001–20031.8i | 1.8 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.3–8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 198–206 g/km |
| 2001–20031.8 VVC | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.9 L/100 km NEDC | 189 g/km |
| 2002–2003Trophy 160 SE | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 180 g/km |
| 20011.8i VVC | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 190 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.