On the outside, visual cues such as the Rover V8 grille and dual, chrome-tipped exhausts give hints that the vehicle
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| While producing the 75 Coupe would be relatively easy for MG-Rover, it's more likey the MG GT concept will be built first. (Photo: MG-Rover) |
Considering MG-Rover's financial state and the low demand for midsize premium coupes, the vehicle will most likely be built in the RWD format - that is, if it gets the green light at all. Though the design is simple enough to be manufactured easily, the bottom line is that MG-Rover bosses are more likely to give the go-ahead to MG-Rover's other recent concept, the MG GT, a hardtop coupe version of the popular TF roadster.
Neither will matter much to Canadians, however, as MG-Rover doesn't sell cars here anymore. The last time it did, Rover went by the name Sterling, selling a car that was synonymous for problems with quality despite its Acura Legend roots. While Rover might be a hard sell in North America, resurrecting the MG brand on this side of the Atlantic might be a smart business decision.
Specifications:
- Type: 2-door coupe
- Layout: front engine, FWD or front engine, RWD
- Engine (estimated): 177 hp, 177 lb-ft of torque, 2.5L 24-valve DOHC V6
- Optional Engine (estimated): 256 hp, 302 lb-ft of torque, 4.6L 16-valve OHV V8
- Transmission: 5 speed manual (optional 4-spd auto)
- Brakes: disc / disc, ABS
- Web Site: www.mg-rover.com
Note: Additional larger photos are available in the photo album.
