Car Profiles - MG GT

MG GT

The GT may be the brand's expensive offering for now, but looking at its option sheet may justify things. Turbo engines and a sunroof can be availed for just below a million bucks, with good looks a bonus.

The Good: Amenities for the price
The Bad: Unknown and untested

Price Range: P895,000-P995,000
Our Rating: ***

Last Update: July 25, 2015

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	1.4	1.5 GT
Price	P995,000	P895,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	SGE 1.4 TGI 16V I4 Turbocharged	NSE 1.5 DVVT 16V I4 Turbocharged
Horsepower	148hp @ 5,600rpm	127hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	235Nm @ 1,600-4,400rpm	210Nm @ 4,500rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/91 Octane	Gasoline/91 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	7-Speed Dual Clutch	6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 Liters	55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,612mm	4,612mm
Width	1,804mm	1,804mm
Height	1,488mm	1,488mm
Wheelbase	2,650mm	2,650mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	H-Shaped Torsion Beam	H-Shaped Torsion Beam
Front Brakes	Disc	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc
Tires	205/55 R16	205/55 R16
Wheels	16 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	2	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Corner Brake Control, and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Corner Brake Control, and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control System	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control System
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Reverse Parking Sensor, Motor Control Slide Retainer, Hill Start Assist System, Driver Seatbelt Reminder
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Sunroof, Chrome Grille, Polished Tailpipe	LED Daytime Running Lights, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Aero Wipers
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric/Leather	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Alloy Pedals, Rear Aircon Vent, Stowage Under Front Passenger Seat, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear 12V Socket	Start/Stop System, Brake Regeneration System, Pollen Filter, Folding Rear Seats, Front Armrest With Stowage
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic
Audio System	AM/FM/AUX/USB	AM/FM/AUX/USB
Speakers	4	4
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
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