All MG modelsMG ZR: generations and engines
The MG ZR was built from 2001 to 2005 in 2 generations, with 7 engine versions in our catalog (hatchback). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
Production years2001–2005
Generations2
Engine versions7
Power101–160 hp
Body stylesHatchback
FuelGasoline, Diesel
Timeline
MG ZR generations
- 2001–2003
MG ZR
Engines below - 2004–2005
MG ZR (facelift 2004)
Engines below
Specs
MG ZR engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
MG ZR2001–2003 · 6 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 i 16V (103 hp) | 2001–2003 | Gasoline | 103 hp (76 kW) | 91 lb-ft (123 Nm) | 11 s | 111 mph (179 km/h) | |
| 1.8 i 16V (117 hp) | 2001–2003 | Gasoline | 117 hp (86 kW) | 118 lb-ft (160 Nm) | 9.1 s | 119 mph (192 km/h) | |
| 1.8 i 16V (117 hp) CVT | 2001–2003 | Gasoline | 117 hp (86 kW) | 118 lb-ft (160 Nm) | 10 s | 115 mph (185 km/h) | |
| 1.8 i 16V (160 hp) | 2001–2003 | Gasoline | 160 hp (118 kW) | 128 lb-ft (174 Nm) | 7.8 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | |
| 2.0 TDi (101 hp) | 2001–2003 | Diesel | 101 hp (74 kW) | 177 lb-ft (240 Nm) | 10.4 s | 114 mph (183 km/h) | |
| 2.0 TDi (113 hp) | 2002–2003 | Diesel | 113 hp (83 kW) | 192 lb-ft (260 Nm) | 10 s | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
MG ZR (facelift 2004)2004–2005 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 16V VVC (160 hp) | 2004–2005 | Gasoline | 160 hp (118 kW) | 128 lb-ft (174 Nm) | 7.8 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
Before you buy
Check a used MG ZR
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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