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Metro 1.3 HLE

Metro (LC8) · 1982–1990FWD

Built from 1982 to 1990, the Metro 1.3 HLE is a front-wheel-drive hatchback with three doors and four seats. Its 1.3-litre A-series four-cylinder makes 60 PS and is paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox.

59 hpPower

1982-1990Year

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Specifications

Powertrain

Engineering details

Engine1.3L A-series I4

Displacement1.3 L

Cylinders4

FuelPetrol

Transmission4-speed Manual

DrivetrainFWD

Power59 hp

Dimensions & body

Doors3

Seats4

STORY

The Austin Metro was a supermini launched by British Leyland in 1980 as a larger, more modern companion to the ageing Mini. Its internal code was LC8. It was marketed as a patriotic British small car, sold strongly and later developed into Rover-badged versions.

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