Morgan Super 3

The Morgan Super 3 is a three-wheeled roadster produced by the British car manufacturer Morgan.

Morgan Super 3
Overview
ManufacturerMorgan Motor Company
Production2022-present
AssemblyMalvern, Worcestershire, England
Body and chassis
ClassSports car
Body style2 seat, Roadster
LayoutFR layout
PlatformCX-Generation aluminium platform
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L Ford Ti-VCT naturally aspirated I3 (GDI)
Power output118 hp (87 kW)
Transmission5-speed manual
Dimensions
Length3,581 mm (141.0 in)
Width1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height1,132 mm (44.6 in)
Curb weight635 kg (1,400 lb) dry
Chronology
PredecessorMorgan 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][2] It is available in Europe and the United States. The vehicle is built in Malvern, Worcestershire, England.[3]

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 windscreens 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 1,432 cm3 (87.4 cu in) and an output of 87 kW (117 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.[3]

References
  1. Uli Baumann (2022-02-24). "Morgan Super 3 (2022): So pur kann Mobilität sein". auto-motor-und-sport.de. Retrieved 2022-02-26.
  2. "The Morgan Super 3 Is An All-New Three-Wheeler With A Ford Triple". carthrottle.com. Retrieved 2022-10-03.
  3. Manuel Lehbrink (2022-02-24). "Morgan Super 3 (2022) debütiert auf völlig neuer Plattform". de.motor1.com. Retrieved 2022-02-26.
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