MG MG TF TF
The MG MG TF TF (2002–2011): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Model codes: RD
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,940 mm RDW | 3,962 mm |
| Width | 1,630 mm RDW | 1,651 mm |
| Height | 1,210–1,260 mm RDW | 1,270 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,380 mm RDW | 2,380 mm |
| Front track | 1,404–1,408 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,410–1,414 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,070–1,100 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,170–1,200 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,320–1,390 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 190–220 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 165–174 Nm ASTRA | 145 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/45R16, 215/40R16, 175/65R14, 185/55R15, 205/50R15
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 | 73.8% (73.2–74.3) | 69.2% | 26,943 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 33.2% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 33.0% | 41.6% |
| Tyres | 17.7% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 15.7% | 28.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 13.8% | 17.1% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 9.7% | 18.6% |
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 7 versions of the MG MG TF TF
European Union 1 version
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 version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2011 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 185 g/km | 692 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2010135 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.9 L/100 km NEDC | 185–189 g/km |
| 2002–2006115 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 169 g/km |
| 2002–2006160 | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 179 g/km |
| 2004–2006120 Stepspeed (from VIN RD617721) | 1.8 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 2004–2006135 (from VIN RD617391) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 184 g/km |
| 2002–2004120 Stepspeed | 1.8 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.3 L/100 km NEDC | 199 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.