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MG GT I 1.5L (109 Hp)
Overall Rating
MG GT:
The MG GT is a compact car produced by SAIC Motor under the MG marque from 2014 to 2019.
In July 2014, MG extended its offer with a compact saloon car called the GT, which was developed on the basis of the MG 5 hatchback as its three-box version with a separate body styling. The car has avant-garde body styling, with aggressively shaped headlights, as well as a gently sloping roofline towards the rear, crowned by a one-piece strip of lights extending the entire width of the body. In the passenger compartment, MG applied a more subdued design than in the case of the body, led by a massive central console dominated by a centrally located multimedia system display. It is equipped with an infotainment system, as well as connectivity with 3G, the internet and satellite TV, in addition to screen control, enabling operation via a button panel....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
MG GT (I). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1245 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.8 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The MG GT I was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety ratings from other regions, such as C-NCAP, may exist but are not directly comparable to European standards.
1.5L (109 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers slightly better acceleration than the automatic, providing a more engaging drive, though still modest.
Fuel Economy
Improved fuel efficiency compared to the automatic, making it a more economical choice for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Sporty exterior design for its segment.
- • Diverse engine lineup, including efficient turbocharged options.
- • Competitive pricing and feature set.
- • Spacious interior and decent trunk capacity.
Cons:
- • Base engines can feel underpowered, especially with older automatic transmission.
- • Brand perception and resale value may be lower in some markets.
- • Torsion beam rear suspension might compromise ride comfort on rougher roads.
- • Lack of Euro NCAP safety rating.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2021 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | MG |
| Model: | GT |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5L (109 Hp) |
| Start of production: | November, 2014 |
| End of production: | May, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 109 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.8 Hp/l [63mm less] |
| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 15S4C More details about the engine 15S4C |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China V |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1245 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 485 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4612 mm mm [63mm less] |
| Width: | 1804 mm mm [38mm less] |
| Height: | 1488 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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