MG MG6 first generation

MG MG6 first generation
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The MG MG6 first generation (2011–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.

Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,651 mm
Width1,830 mm
Height1,472 mm
Wheelbase2,705 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,473–1,539 kg
Seats and space
Fuel tank50–62 L
Performance
Top speed188–210 km/h
Torque170–250 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de, pl). 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
6–8 years75.0% (73.1–76.9)86.4%2,046
9–12 years65.1% (63.5–66.7)77.9%3,492

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Brakes45.6%25.0%
Tyres37.6%30.1%
Suspension34.8%21.9%
Lights and electrics25.0%14.1%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)8.4%7.8%
Noise, emissions and leaks6.2%6.0%

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 11 versions of the MG MG6 first generation

European Union 5 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 versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2012–20161.8 L–Diesel119–139 g/km2,418
2011–20141.8 L–Petrol174–184 g/km1,224
2011–20141.8 L–Petrol174–184 g/km410
20121.8 L98 kW (133 PS)Petrol150 g/km1,042
20121.8 L118 kW (160 PS)Petrol150 g/km396

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 versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2015GT · Magnette1.8 LPetrol5-speed manual7.5–7.8 L/100 km NEDC174–184 g/km
2015GT · Magnette · 1.8T TCi-TECH1.8 LPetrol5-speed manual7.5 L/100 km NEDC174 g/km
20151.9 DTi-TECH1.8 LDiesel6-speed manual4.6–5.3 L/100 km NEDC119–139 g/km
2013–2014GT · Magnette1.8 LPetrolManual7.8 L/100 km NEDC184 g/km
2013–2014GT · Magnette · 1.8T TCi-TECH1.8 LPetrolManual7.5 L/100 km NEDC174 g/km
2013–20141.9 DTi-TECH1.8 LDieselManual4.9–5.3 L/100 km NEDC129–139 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.