MG 3 (ZP11). 2011–17 (prod. n/a). 5-door sedan. F/F, 1346, 1498 cm³ (I4 DOHC). All-new MG 3, owing nothing to the Rover-derived model, in a similar format to the Fiat Grande Punto. Design led by British team, though, apart from details on the grille and tailgate, a fairly conventional two-box design. Broader range than previous SW, with both sedan and sportier XRoss models offered in China at launch. Early Chinese marketing attempted to link MG 3 to iconic Austin and Morris models such as the Seven and Minor, saying this was the sixth generation of the cars. A much more complete car than the 6, with a pleasant interior, if lacking a little in low-end torque.

Manufacturing location: Shanghai, China

Marque: MG | Model: MG 3 | Predecessor: MG 3 Mk I | Successor: MG 3 Mk III

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