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Morgan Plus 4 2005 2.0 (154 Hp)
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Morgan Plus 4:
The Morgan Plus 4 is a sports car produced by the Morgan Motor Company. It is a more powerful and, in the case of the earlier cars, a slightly longer version of the company's previous 4/4 model. Plus 4 production ran from 1950 to 1969. It was revived in 1985 and filled the gap between the 4/4 and the Plus 8 until 2000. It was again produced from 2005 until it was replaced in 2020 by the "all new" Plus Four built on a bonded aluminium platform.
After World War II Morgan re-introduced their 4/4 model fitted with a 1267 cc Standard engine. This continued in production until it was replaced by the larger Plus 4 announced at the 1950 Earl's Court Motor Show. The Plus 4 at its introduction was fitted with a 2088 cc Standard Vanguard engine installed on a widened and strengthened 4/4 chassis with a wheelbase lengthened by 4 in. Hydraulic brakes, initially all drum, were fitted for the first time on a Morgan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
2005 Overview:
Morgan Plus 4 (2005). With 201 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). Weighing only 927 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.5 s). The top speed reaches 189 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (154 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine delivers lively performance for the lightweight Plus 4, offering strong acceleration (7.5s 0-100 km/h) and a highly engaging driving feel perfectly suited to its traditional sports car character.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 7.1 l/100 km, this engine offers reasonable economy for a performance-oriented petrol sports car, balancing spirited driving with practical running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless classic styling and heritage
- • Highly engaging and pure driving experience
- • Lightweight and agile handling
- • Strong residual values and exclusivity
- • Reliable Ford-sourced engine
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety and comfort features
- • Limited practicality and storage space
- • High purchase price for its specifications
- • Niche appeal, not for everyone
- • Traditional build quality may have minor quirks
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Plus 4: 1993 - 2000).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Morgan |
| Model: | Plus 4 |
| Generation: | 2005 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (154 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 154 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 77 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 201 Nm |
| Engine displacement: | 1999 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 189 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6 kg/Hp, 166.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 216.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.1 sec |
| Space: | |
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| Kerb Weight: | 927 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4010 mm mm |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm |
| Height: | 1220 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
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