Morgan Super 3
The Morgan Super 3 is a sports car produced by the British car manufacturer Morgan.
| Morgan Super 3 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Morgan Motor Company |
| Production | 2022-present |
| Assembly | Malvern, Worcestershire, England |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car |
| Body style | 2-door roadster |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Platform | CX-Generation aluminium platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5 L Ford naturally aspirated Straight-three_engine(Gasoline_direct_injection) |
| Power output | 118 hp (87 kW) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3,581 mm (141.0 in) |
| Width | 1,850 mm (72.8 in) |
| Height | 1,132 mm (44.6 in) |
| Curb weight | 635 kg (1,400 lb) dry |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Morgan 3-Wheeler |
History
After production of the previous 3-Wheeler model was discontinued at the end of 2021, Morgan presented the Super 3 on 24 February 2022.[1] It will initially be available in Europe and the United States. The vehicle is built in Malvern, Worcestershire, England.[2]
Specifications
The Super 3 is based the CX-Generation platform used in the Plus Four and Plus Six. Compared to the previous model, the chassis increases stability and allow additional space for the passengers.[1]
Only two small windshields serve as wind protection for the passengers. A soft top is not available. All assemblies in the cockpit should be dustproof and protected against splash water according to IP64. The seats are permanently installed; The pedals and the steering column can be adjusted to adapt the seating position to the driver. Fully digital instruments with a classic look are installed in the cockpit.[1]
A naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol with a displacement of 1432 cm³ and an output of 87 kW (118 hp) powers the roadster, which weighs 635 kg (1,400 lb) when dry. The engine is longitudinally installed and hidden under a bonnet opposite the 3-wheeler. The rear wheel is also driven. The Super 3 takes seven seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph and the top speed is given as 130 mph (210 km/h). The 5-speed manual transmission comes from the Mazda MX-5.[2]
References
- Uli Baumann (2022-02-24). "Morgan Super 3 (2022): So pur kann Mobilität sein". auto-motor-und-sport.de. Retrieved 2022-02-26.
- Manuel Lehbrink (2022-02-24). "Morgan Super 3 (2022) debütiert auf völlig neuer Plattform". de.motor1.com. Retrieved 2022-02-26.