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3.9 MT (190 hp)


Technical data

This 3.9 MT (190 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Cabriolet, which was produced by MG from 1992 to 1995. In addition to this engine, 0 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Body

Body typeCabriolet
Seats4
Length4010mm
Width1690mm
Height1320mm
Wheelbase2330mm
Front track1260mm
Rear track1330mm
Ground clearance110mm
Min. boot capacity250litre
Kerb weight1100kg
Gross weight1280kg
Max. boot capacity250litre

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement3947cm3
Engine power190bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 4 750RPM
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Cylinder layoutV-type
Number of cylinders8
Bore94mm
Stroke71mm
Valves per cylinder2
Maximum torque318Nm
RPM at max torque3200RPM

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel95 RON
Top speed217km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)6second
City fuel consumption per 100 km14litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km9litre
Fuel tank capacity51litre
Cruising rangefrom 360 to 570km

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionHelical springs
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive

Real-world consumption (est.)

City16.8 litres / 100km
Highway10.8 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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