MG MG ZR first generation
The MG MG ZR first generation (2002–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United Kingdom.
Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,010 mm RDW |
| Width | 1,690 mm RDW |
| Height | 1,400 mm RDW |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm RDW |
| Weights and towing | |
| Kerb weight | 995–1,085 kg RDW |
| Mass in running order | 1,095–1,185 kg RDW |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,520–1,550 kg RDW |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,000 kg RDW |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500 kg RDW |
| Seats and space | |
| Seats | 5 RDW |
| Doors | 2–4 RDW |
| Performance | |
| Top speed | 180–210 km/h RDW |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/45R17, 205/50R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland).
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 70.1% (69.0–71.3) | 69.2% | 6,150 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Body, chassis and structure | 30.1% | 18.6% |
| Brakes | 29.7% | 36.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 28.3% | 28.8% |
| Suspension | 27.5% | 41.6% |
| Tyres | 27.4% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 18.9% | 17.1% |
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 9 versions of the MG MG ZR first generation
United Kingdom 9 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 | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2006105 | 1.4 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 164 g/km |
| 2002–2006160 | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 179 g/km |
| 2004–2006120 (from VIN RF686033) | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 169 g/km |
| 2004–2006120 Stepspeed (from VIN RF686033) | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.1 L/100 km NEDC | 194 g/km |
| 2004–2006Turbo Diesel - 74kW | 2.0 L | 74 kW (101 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
| 2004–2006Turbo Diesel - 83kW | 2.0 L | 83 kW (113 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
| 2002–2004120 | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.3 L/100 km NEDC | 173 g/km |
| 2002–2004120 Stepspeed | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 8.2 L/100 km NEDC | 196 g/km |
| 2002–2003Turbo Diesel | 2.0 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.