Metro
The MG Metro is a British compact car produced by the Austin Rover Group of British Leyland. Launched in 1980 as the Austin miniMetro, it was rebranded as the MG Metro in 1982. This model aimed to complement the Mini by offering a more spacious and modern alternative. Available as a three-door hatchback, the MG Metro was produced until 1990. It was offered with 1275 cm³ engines producing between 63 and 93 horsepower, providing performance suited to urban needs. (automobile-catalog.com)
Variants by year
1982
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The MG Metro is a British compact car produced by the Austin Rover Group of British Leyland. Launched in 1980 as the Austin miniMetro, it was rebranded as the MG Metro in 1982. This model aimed to complement the Mini by offering a more spacious and modern alternative. Available as a three-door hatchback, the MG Metro was produced until 1990. It was offered with 1275 cm³ engines producing between 63 and 93 horsepower, providing performance suited to urban needs. (automobile-catalog.com)
History
The MG Metro was introduced in 1980 as the Austin miniMetro, intended to replace the Mini. However, due to the lukewarm reception of the initial design, the project was revised to create a larger and more attractive model, resulting in the MG Metro in 1982. This model was produced until 1990, providing a modern and spacious alternative for urban dwellers. (rover.fandom.com)
Generations
The MG Metro underwent two main production phases. The first phase, from 1982 to 1984, introduced the model with 1275 cm³ engines producing between 63 and 93 horsepower. The second phase, from 1984 to 1990, brought aesthetic and technical improvements, strengthening its position in the compact city car market. (automobile-catalog.com)
Key differences
The main differences between the MG Metro phases lie in the aesthetic and technical improvements made in 1984. These modifications strengthened its position in the compact city car market. (automobile-catalog.com)
Photo recognition
To identify an MG Metro, look for a compact three-door hatchback produced between 1982 and 1990. Models from 1984 and later feature notable aesthetic improvements. The 1275 cm³ engines producing between 63 and 93 horsepower are characteristic of this model. (automobile-catalog.com)
Important versions
Among the important versions of the MG Metro are the base model with a 1275 cm³ engine producing 63 horsepower, the 1982 Turbo model with a 1275 cm³ engine producing 93 horsepower, and the 6R4 model from 1985-1986, a high-performance version producing 253 horsepower. (automobile-catalog.com)
References
- MG Metro data and specifications catalogueAutomobile-Catalog
- MG Metro | Technical Specs, Fuel consumption, DimensionsAuto-Data.net
- MG Metro | FIA Historic DatabaseFIA Historic Database
- MG Metro | Rover Wiki | FandomRover Wiki
- MG Metro technical specifications and fuel economyAutodata1
- https://www.auto-data.net/ru/mg-metro-generation-3067auto-data.net
- https://www.auto-data.net/en/mg-metro-model-1546auto-data.net
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the MG Metro produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 1982.
- How many MG Metro examples are documented on ScanRacer?
- 1 published scan from 1 member, with the latest photo added in July 2026.