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MG MGB: generations and engines

The MG MGB was built from 1966 to 1980 in 2 generations, with 5 engine versions in our catalog (convertible, Gran Turismo). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

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Production years1966–1980
Generations2
Engine versions5
Power92–137 hp
Body stylesConvertible, Gran Turismo
FuelGasoline
Timeline

MG MGB generations

  1. 1966–1980

    MG MGB Cabrio

    • Convertible
    • Gasoline

    2 engine versions 92–95 hp

    Engines below
  2. 1966–1980

    MG MGB GT

    • Gran Turismo
    • Gasoline

    3 engine versions 92–137 hp

    Engines below
Specs

MG MGB engines

The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.

MG MGB Cabrio1966–1980 · 2 engine versions
EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombined
1.8 (92 hp)1966–1980Gasoline92 hp (68 kW)
1.8 (95 hp)1966–1980Gasoline95 hp (70 kW)
MG MGB GT1966–1980 · 3 engine versions
EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombined
1.8 (92 hp)1966–1980Gasoline92 hp (68 kW)
1.8 (95 hp)1966–1980Gasoline95 hp (70 kW)
3.5 (137 hp)1973–1976Gasoline137 hp (101 kW)
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