MG MG GS first generation

MG MG GS first generation
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The MG MG GS first generation (2016–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 2 versions in the European Union.

Model codes: AS21 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,500 mm
Width1,855 mm
Height1,675 mm
Wheelbase2,650 mm
Seats and space
Fuel tank55 L
Performance
Top speed190 km/h
Torque250 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
4–5 years89.2% (88.1–90.2)91.0%3,267
6–8 years84.1% (82.9–85.2)86.4%4,072

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Tyres30.8%26.4%
Brakes25.9%18.6%
Lights and electrics11.4%6.7%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)4.5%6.4%
Suspension4.3%9.1%
Noise, emissions and leaks3.3%2.6%

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 2 versions of the MG MG GS first generation

European Union 2 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEngineFuelCO₂EU registrations
2016–20191.5 LPetrol140 g/km4,994
20161.5 LPetrol140 g/km760

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.