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MGB GT 1.8
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MGB GT 1.8

MGB (1962-1980) · 1965–1980RWDGT

The MGB GT 1.8 is a rear-wheel-drive two-door coupe with four seats, built from 1965 to 1980. Its naturally aspirated 1.8-litre B-series four-cylinder makes 95 PS and 149 Nm through a 4-speed manual. Top speed is 168 km/h.

94 hpPower
168 km/hTop Speed
1965-1980Year
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Specifications

Powertrain
Engineering details
Engine1.8L I4 (B-series)
Displacement1.8 L
Cylinders4
AspirationNaturally aspirated
FuelPetrol
Transmission4-speed Manual
DrivetrainRWD
Performance
Numbers that matter
Power94 hp
Torque149 Nm
Top speed168 km/h
Dimensions & body
Height · 1295 mm
Length · 4019 mm
Wheelbase · 2312 mm
Width1524 mm
BodyGT
Doors2
Seats4

STORY

The MGB, launched in 1962, became one of the world's most popular sports cars, with more than half a million built over 18 years. Its monocoque construction, comfortable cabin and sturdy mechanics made it accessible and durable, and the GT added a practical fixed-roof body. Rubber-bumper cars for the US market from 1974 kept it selling until production ended in 1980.

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