Interesting Facts About the MG ZR
The MG ZR hit the roads in the early 2000s and quickly became a beloved British sporting hatchback. Production ran from 2001 until 2005, with both three‑door and five‑door versions offered during its short lifespan.
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Launch and Production Span
Autoevolution’s model timelines show the MG ZR was introduced in 2001 and remained in production through 2005. The car was built at the historic Longbridge factory, where production halted abruptly, marking the end of the ZR’s run.
Three‑Door and Five‑Door Variants
The MG ZR was offered in both 3‑door and 5‑door hatchback body styles, each with its own yearly model updates between 2001 and 2005, as documented by the autoevolution timelines.
Cultural Impact and Parts Legacy
Described as "Britain's most popular sporting hatchback," the ZR earned a strong enthusiast following. Today, a range of both common and obscure MG ZR spares are still available from specialist retailers and scrapyards, though owners note that parts can be harder to source now that MG has closed down.
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