MG ZT ZT-T

MG - ZT-T

Details-
BrandMG
ModelZT
GenerationZT-T
Modification4.6 V8 (260 Hp)
Start Of Production2003
End Of Production2005

Performance

The car boasts impressive performance, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 6.7 seconds and a top speed electronically limited to 250 km/h. Its acceleration figures suggest quick acceleration from a standstill and through the quarter-mile.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh6.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph6.7 sec
Max Speed250 km/h, Electronically limited 155.34 mph
Acceleration 0 60 Mph6.3 sec

Body & Dimensions

The car is a station wagon (estate) with a seating capacity of 5 and 5 doors. It measures 4790 mm in length, 1850 mm in width, and 1430 mm in height. The wheelbase is 2746 mm, with a front track of 1560 mm and a rear track of 1610 mm.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeStation wagon (estate)
Seats5
Doors5
Length4790 mm 188.58 in.
Width1850 mm 72.83 in.
Height1430 mm 56.3 in.
Wheelbase2746 mm 108.11 in.
Front Track1560 mm 61.42 in.
Rear Track1610 mm 63.39 in.

Fuel Consumption

The ZT is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 17.9 l/100 km in urban areas, 10.4 l/100 km in extra urban areas, and 13.2 l/100 km combined. It has a CO2 emission of 314 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban17.9 l/100 km 13.14 US mpg 15.78 UK mpg 5.59 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban10.4 l/100 km 22.62 US mpg 27.16 UK mpg 9.62 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined13.2 l/100 km 17.82 US mpg 21.4 UK mpg 7.58 km/l
Co2 Emissions314 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The car specified is a ZT model with a powerful 4.6L, 8-cylinder engine with a front longitudinal layout, generating 260 HP at 5250 RPM and 410 Nm of torque at 4000 RPM. It features a manual 5-speed transmission, driving the rear wheels, and has a SOHC valvetrain with multi-port fuel injection. The suspension is independent, with a McPherson strut setup in the front and a multi-link setup in the rear. The engine has a 9.4:1 compression ratio and a 5W-30 oil specification.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power260 Hp @ 5250 rpm.
Power Per Litre56.5 Hp/l
Torque410 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 302.4 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code2L2E
Engine Displacement4601 cm3 280.77 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore90.2 mm 3.55 in.
Piston Stroke90 mm 3.54 in.
Compression Ratio9.4
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30 / ACEA A3
Coolant12.6 l 13.31 US qt | 11.09 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer
Maximum Engine Speed6000 rpm.

Brakes

The car specified is a ZT model, equipped with ventilated disc brakes of 325mm and 332mm at the front and rear wheels respectively. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, with a hydraulic power steering. The tire size is 225/45 R18, with wheel rims of size 7.5J X 18. The car also features an ABS (Anti-lock braking system) as an assisting system.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 325 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, 332 mm
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size225/45 R18
Wheel Rims Size7.5J X 18

Weight & Capacity

The car has a model named ZT with a weight-to-power ratio of 6.2 kg/HP (162.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.9 kg/Nm (256.3 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1600 kg (3527.4 lbs.), a minimum trunk/boot space of 400 l (14.13 cu. ft.), and a maximum trunk/boot space of 1220 l (43.08 cu. ft.). The fuel tank capacity of the car is 66 l (17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio6.2 kg/Hp, 162.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.9 kg/Nm, 256.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1600 kg 3527.4 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum400 l 14.13 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1220 l 43.08 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity66 l 17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for MG - ZT-T

This car has 5 seats.

This car is a station wagon (estate).

The car is 4790 mm long, 1850 mm wide, and 1430 mm tall. The wheelbase is 2746 mm, with a front track of 1560 mm and a rear track of 1610 mm.

The car accelerates from 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds.

The car's top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155.34 mph).

The specs indicate a quick acceleration rate, with a 0-100 km/h time of 6.7 seconds and a 0-60 mph time of 6.3 seconds.

Petrol (Gasoline)

13.2 l/100 km

314 g/km

The engine displacement is 4.6L or 280.77 cubic inches.

It has a 5-speed manual transmission.

The compression ratio of the engine is 9.4:1.

The front brakes are ventilated discs, 325 mm in size.

The car has a rack and pinion steering system with hydraulic power steering.

The tire size is 225/45 R18.

The ZT has an estimated fuel economy of 35mpg in the city and 45mpg on the highway.

Yes, the ZT's compact size and agile handling make it an excellent choice for city driving and navigating tight spaces.

The ZT has a top speed of 120mph, making it suitable for highway driving and long road trips.

The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 6.2 kg/HP (162.5 Hp/tonne).

The minimum trunk/boot space of the car is 400 l (14.13 cu. ft.), and the maximum trunk/boot space is 1220 l (43.08 cu. ft.).

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 66 l (17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal).