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MG launches a new 160Ps high-efficiency turbocharged K Series engine to power the MG ZT saloon and ZT-T estate 160 derivatives. The turbocharged and intercooled 1.8-litre K Series engine answers the UK’s demand for a CO2 tax-beating car with a sports appearance and excellent chassis characteristics.
The 1.8T engine replaces the former 160Ps 2.5-litre V6 engine
of the ZT 160 and ZT-T 160 models, yet despite offering the same power, provides
even greater all-round performance with significantly reduced fuel consumption
and a crucially better CO2 rating.
The new 1.8-litre turbocharged versions of the ZT range expands the appeal in
both company car and retail sectors, with a CO2 rating of 194 g/km
and a Euro III standard combined fuel economy figure of 34.9mpg. These
figures compare with 225 g/km and 30.0mpg for the previous 160Ps V6 model. The
high efficiency turbo unit delivers worthwhile gains in performance, reducing
the 0-60mph time from 8.8secs to 8.5secs, and the fifth gear 50-70mph time from
10.7secs to 9.8secs (similar improvements also apply to the comparable ZT-T
estate car versions).
Because the turbo unit has been specifically developed for high torque in the key driving range, with 215Nm available all the way from a mere 2100rpm to over 4500rpm, it has a strong and tireless character, to be enjoyed either on the longest journey or the shortest sprint.
The gearing of the new ZT turbo models has been carefully optimised
to combine performance and economy. A final drive ratio of 4.167:1 provides
overall gearing of 22.2 mph/1000 rpm in fifth gear, which places it between
the gearing of the former ZT160 (23.4mph/1000rpm) and that of the continuing
ZT190 (21.0mph/1000rpm).
Many drivers will also enjoy the enhanced responsiveness and agility that the
50 kg lighter power unit adds to the already sporting ZT chassis.
New Generation Turbocharger
The new turbocharged MG ZT models use the latest Garrett GT20 turbocharger with T100 turbine wheel design. This new-generation unit moves away from traditional turbocharger configurations, which until now have been predominantly designed for diesel applications. The T100 is a dedicated petrol engine concept, shaped to work more effectively over the greater speed range of modern petrol engines such as the K Series. In order to retain good off-boost efficiency, a balanced combination of moderate boost pressures and a relatively high compression ratio is used.
The unit incorporates a special cast stainless steel exhaust manifold able to withstand temperatures of around 1000°C, with specially developed pistons and connecting rods, and an uprated oil pump.
Available in showrooms from early October, the new 1.8T models will carry on-the-road pricing from £18,970 for the ZT 160 saloon and £19,580 for the ZT+ 160. The ZT-T 160 estate starts at £19,935 and rises to £20,545 for the ZT-T+ 160.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION AND PERFORMANCE
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Manual Transmission |
MG ZT 160 (saloon) |
MG ZT-T 160 (estate) |
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Engine |
Turbocharged K Series 4-cyl 1.8-litre DOHC 16v |
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Turbocharger |
Garrett T100 turbine GT20 |
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Max Power |
kW |
118 |
118 |
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Max Power |
Ps |
160 |
160 |
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@ engine speed |
rpm |
5500 |
5500 |
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Max Torque |
Nm |
215 |
215 |
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@ engine speed |
rpm |
2100 |
2100 |
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Max engine speed |
rpm |
6750 |
6750 |
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Cd |
- |
0.32 |
0.33 |
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CdA |
m2 |
0.70 |
0.72 |
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Unladen weight |
kg |
1440-1580 |
1505-1635 |
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Max. laden weight |
kg |
1940 |
2010 |
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Transmission |
5spd |
Getrag 283S |
Getrag 283S |
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Final Drive Ratio |
- |
4.167:1 |
4.167:1 |
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Standard tyre fitment |
- |
225/45R18 |
225/45R18 |
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Gearing |
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1000rpm in 5th |
mph |
22.2 |
22.2 |
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km/h |
35.7 |
35.7 |
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Performance |
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Max speed |
mph |
132 |
130 |
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km/h |
212 |
210 |
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0-60mph |
secs |
8.5 |
8.9 |
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30-50mph (4th) |
secs |
7.0 |
7.3 |
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50-70mph (4th) |
secs |
7.3 |
7.6 |
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50-70mph (5th) |
secs |
9.8 |
10.3 |
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0-100km/h |
secs |
8.9 |
9.4 |
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80-120km/h (4th) |
secs |
9.2 |
9.6 |
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80-120km/h (5th) |
secs |
12.5 |
13.1 |
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Fuel economy - Euro lll Standard |
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Urban Cycle |
mpg |
24.8 |
24.8 |
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l/100km |
11.4 |
11.4 |
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Extra Urban |
mpg |
45.6 |
45.6 |
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l/100km |
6.2 |
6.2 |
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Combined |
mpg |
34.9 |
34.9 |
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l/100km |
8.1 |
8.1 |
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CO2 |
g/km |
194 |
194 |
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MG ZT 160 (1.8T) OPTION AVAILABILITY
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Option Availability |
ZT |
ZT+ |
ZT-T |
ZT-T+ |
Retail |
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160 |
160 |
160 |
160 |
Price |
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18" Alloy Spare Wheel |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£225 |
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18" Alloy Wheel - Hairpin Style |
Std |
Std |
Std |
Std |
0 |
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18" Alloy Wheels – Straights |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£225 |
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ATC (ilo On/Off Air Conditioning) |
O |
Std |
O |
Std |
£325 |
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Driver’s Intelligence Pack |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£425 |
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Electric Rear Windows |
O |
Std |
O |
Std |
£300 |
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Electric Sunblind |
O |
O |
- |
- |
£225 |
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Electric Sunroof |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£550 |
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Headlamp Powerwash |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£225 |
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Heated Seats |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£250 |
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Hi-Line Navigation System |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£2,325 |
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Integral Load Restraint Net Cassette System |
- |
- |
O |
Std |
£175 |
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ITS - Side Head Impact Protection |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£175 |
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Kenwood CD Autochanger |
O |
Std |
O |
Std |
£250 |
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Kenwood MP3 System |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£265 |
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Kenwood Single Slot CD Player |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£165 |
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Kenwood Stereo Cassette |
O |
O |
O |
O |
0 |
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Kenwood Upgraded Stereo Cassette |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£100 |
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Manual Seat Height Adjust (front passenger) |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£200 |
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MG Sports Suspension |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£175 |
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Boot Lid Spoiler |
O |
Std |
- |
- |
£275 |
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Rear Lip Spoiler |
O |
- |
- |
- |
£150 |
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Rear Lip Spoiler (ilo Boot Lid Spoiler) |
- |
NCO |
- |
- |
0 |
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Navigator System |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£1,475 |
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Paint Finish – Metallic |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£450 |
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Paint Finish – Pearlescent |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£450 |
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Part Leather Sports and Alcantara Seats |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£525 |
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Part Leather Sports Seat |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£375 |
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Powerfold Electric Door Mirrors |
O* |
O |
O* |
O |
£150 |
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Premium Harman Kardon Hi-Fi System |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£475 |
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Roof Rails |
- |
- |
O |
O |
£225 |
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Space Saver Spare Wheel |
Std |
Std |
Std |
Std |
£50 |
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Volumetric Alarm |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£250 |
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Xenon Pack |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£625 |
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Projector Headlamps |
O |
O |
O |
O |
£200 |
* Needs to be ordered in conjunction with Electric Rear Windows
Issued by MG Rover Group Communications
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