Morgan Super 3
The Morgan Super 3 is a three-wheeled roadster 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 seat, Roadster |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Platform | CX-Generation aluminium platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5 L Ford Ti-VCT naturally aspirated I3 (GDI) |
| 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][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 on the CX-Generation platform used by the Plus Four and Plus Six. Compared to the previous model, the chassis increases stability and allows additional space for the occupants.[1]
Only two small windscreens serve as wind protection for the passengers. A soft top is not available. All assemblies in the cockpit are dustproof and are protected against water to IP64 standards. The seats are not adjustable; The pedals and the steering column can be adjusted according to the driver's requirements. Fully digital instruments with a classic look are installed in the cockpit.[1]
A naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol engine 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 installed longitudinally and hidden under a bonnet in front of the passenger compartment. The drive is transmitted through a 5-speed manual transmission from Mazda to the single rear wheel.[3] The Super 3 takes seven seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph and the top speed is given as 130 mph (210 km/h).
Safety
On 13th December 2022, former cricketer and TV presenter Andrew "Freddie" Flintoff was seriously injured while driving a Morgan Super 3 for Top Gear.
References
- Uli Baumann (2022-02-24). "Morgan Super 3 (2022): So pur kann Mobilität sein". auto-motor-und-sport.de. Retrieved 2022-02-26.
- "The Morgan Super 3 Is An All-New Three-Wheeler With A Ford Triple". carthrottle.com. Retrieved 2022-10-03.
- Manuel Lehbrink (2022-02-24). "Morgan Super 3 (2022) debütiert auf völlig neuer Plattform". de.motor1.com. Retrieved 2022-02-26.