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2004 MG XPower SV-R

2004 MG XPower SV-R

2004 MG XPower SV-R

MG Sport & Racing announces today a higher-powered version of its high performance sports car, the MG XPOWER SV-R.

The extra performance comes from a 5-0 litre, XPOWER version of the all aluminium, 32 valve, double overhead camshaft V8 engine. Built in conjunction with V8 tuning specialist Sean Hyland the car accelerates from standstill to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds. Top speed is circa 175 mph (282 kph).

The modifications to the engine give a significant increase in power output from the 320 hp of the level entry SV to 400 hp (298 Kw) at 6000 rpm in the SV-R. At the same time, the extra engine capacity gives a massive increase in torque to 376.2 ft lbs (510 Nm) at 4750 rpm for awesome mid range performance.

To keep the extra power under control, the SV-R is fitted with larger diameter Brembo brake discs. New alloy wheels, a rear wing and unique detailing set this car apart.

Naturally the SV-R retains all the best features of the entry level SV, recently launched in the UK. The high tech vehicle features F1 inspired carbon fibre composite body construction, double wishbone race-developed suspension, remote telemetry with security tracking and full harness inertia seat belts.

An automatic transmission option will be available.

Every SV is individually built to personal customer order and prices for the new SV-R start from 82 950.00 GBP.

Story by MG Rover Group Limited

In Detail

submitted by Richard Owen
price $ $ 82 950 GBP
engine Aluminum V8
valvetrain DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl
displacement 5000 cc / 305.1 in³
compression 10.0:1
power 298.3 kw / 400.0 bhp @ 6000 rpm
specific output 80.0 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 275.86 bhp per tonne
torque 510 nm / 376.2 ft lbs @ 4750 rpm
body / frame Carbon Fibre Body over Steel Box Frame Chassi
driven wheels RWD
front tires 225/40 ZR18 Michelin Pilot Sport
rear tires 265/40 ZR18 Michelin Pilot Sport
front brakes Brembro Discs
f brake size mm / in
rear brakes Brembro Discs
r brake size mm / in
front wheels F 45.7 x 20.3 cm / 18 x 8 in
rear wheels R 45.7 x 25.4 cm / 18 x 10 in
steering Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist
f suspension Double Wishbones w/Anti-Roll Bar
r suspension Double Wishbones w/Anti-Roll Bar
curb weight 1450 kg / 3197 lbs
wheelbase 2670 mm / 105.1 in
front track 1678 mm / 66.1 in
rear track 1626 mm / 64.0 in
length 4480 mm / 176.4 in
width 1900 mm / 74.8 in
transmission Tremec 5-Speed Manual
gear ratios 3.38:1, 2.00:1, 1.32:1, 1.00:1, 0.73:1, :1
final drive 3.46:1
top speed ~282 kph / 175.2 mph
0 – 60 mph ~4.9 seconds
drag .038 Cd