Reliability and problems of MG cars
We have documented 2 engines across 8 generations of 7 models from MG. None reaches high risk according to our index; the highest-risk one is the Rover K-Series (moderate risk). The lowest-risk one is the 1.5 VTi-TECH / T-GDI (low risk).
The MG engines that give the most trouble
From highest to lowest risk according to our index, which weights the severity and frequency of their documented faults. The same engine is often fitted to cars from several makes. How we calculate it
MG models by generation
With the engines we have documented on each one. Open yours to see its faults, the verdict for each version and what to check before buying.
MG Marvel R
MG MG4
MG ZS
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