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MG SV 2003

In 2003, MG Sport & Racing announced the sales launch of the MG XPower SV. The entry level model is powered by a 320 hp 4.6 litre all aluminium quad cam V8 engine which propels the MG XPower SV to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and on to a top speed of circa 165 mph together with Automatic and higher powered SV-R versions. The first class performance of the SV is complemented by its distinctive interior. In keeping with the vehicles sporting heritage both front seats are specified with full inertia four belt harnesses, which are lockable for serious driving by the flick of a switch. Each cabin is trimmed with the customer's choice of six leather finishes.

MG SV 2003

Competition seats and fascias are available in a combination of leather and Alcantara allowing each vehicle to be uniquely personalised. Designed by a team led by Peter Stevens, whose previous designs have included the McLaren F1, the MG XPower SV benefits from state of the art technology. Central to the cars DNA is a finely tuned chassis designed along race car principles bonded to a lightweight carbon fibre body with an integral rollover cage. The chassis and carbon body were both constructed in the heartland of the Italian super car industry. Final vehicle assembly took place at MG Sport & Racings newly established HQ at Longbridge, Birmingham by a dedicated team of skilled craftsmen. Directors of MG Sport & Racing commented, 'The MG XPower SV, which combines high reserves of power and motor racing safety features, is a true race car which has been built for the road. It can either lead on the track or cruise along the Kings Road. It is the ultimate MG.' Indeed Former F1 driver Mark Blundell said, 'The MG XPower SV is aggressive and raw, and at the same time stylish and refined. I have driven many of the world's top sports cars and this car is in the same league. From the unique sound of the exhaust to the precision steering the MG SV has all the qualities I look for in a sports car'.