MG ZR Hatchback 1.4 + (105ps) 3d (2004/04) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Great value! Sporty looks, 17 " alloy wheels, half leather interior, front fog lights, CD player and a highly tuned, 103bhp 1.4ltr 16v twin cam proven 'K' series engine for £9995! Plus low tax and free insurance for one year!
Costs
Low running costs, drinks petrol when driven hard but around 25 - 30mpg normally. Heard services can be pricey. All in though its costing much less than my old 1.8 Focus Zetec monthly, mainly due to the fuel costs.
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On the road
Driving
This is a drivers car so obviously the drive is an acquired taste. But if its your thing then it really is fun! Easiest way to describe it is that its like a go-kart and really does stick to the road like glue. Not in the wet however........
Performance
Considering the size of the engine its pretty quick. Its no Type R or STi but it can test bigger engined cars. 0 - 60mph takes 10secs and it will top out at 115mph, impressive for insurance group 7. A K & N Induction Kit will make it sound like an STi!
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Living with it
Reliability
Not MG/R's strongpoint this, but has to be said I have had very few problems with my ZR. Faulty passenger window, small electrical fault and a handle falling off. All fixed under warranty. Build quality not the best but I knew that before purchase.
Image
Has a boy racer image, but who cares? Are boy racers really that bad? I would say no but I'm only 22, I may be classed as one too! People always want to race you! Especially people in Rovers, like they have a point to prove or something!
Comfort
You don't buy a car like this for comfort......but having said that, it really isn't as bad as you would think! I find long journeys are fine and seats are really comfortable. Have been told suspension is 'Brutal' in the back on a long journey though.
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Security and Service
Security
It has a Thacham Cat 1 alarm and immobiliser, with in-car motion sensors. Seems fine and doesn't go off in storms or in the middle of the night. Obviously you will need a good alarm with a car like this. Desirable to joy riders!
Service
Very poor. Have to take the car to a garage in another town due to falling out with my local garage.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
N/A
Other
Small electrical fault, passenger side window fault, interior trim falling apart.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes