The Morgan Aero 8
Experience the unique thrill of driving the Morgan Aero 8 just once, and your life will be changed forever. |
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The engineering will move you — Aero 8’s advanced aluminum chassis technology is matched with superb, Morgan designed suspension plus awesome power and refinement from the latest, low emissions BMW V8 powertrain. It takes off like a rocket and handles like a dream. |
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Every Morgan is lovingly handmade by craftsmen plying traditional skills and using the finest quality natural materials. And your Aero 8 will be built to your unique personal specification — its beautiful, classic lines guaranteeing head-turning exclusivity. |
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Born on the race track, the Aero 8 is a truly thoroughbred sports car - the legendary Wings logo reflects a heritage of almost ioo years of pure motoring DNA. This is without question a very remarkable automobile.
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Can a sportscar really change your life? Believe. |
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Morgan Aero 8 Technical Specification |
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| Configuration | V8 |
| Bore & Stroke, mm/inches | 82.7 x 92/3.25 x 3.6 |
| Engine capacity, cc | 4398 |
| Max. output EEC, bhp/rpm | 325/6100 |
| Max. torque EEC, lb ft/rpm | 330/3600 |
| Valve mechanism | 4 cam 32 valve Double 'Vanos' Valvetronic |
| Fuel system | Bosch fuel injection and ignition system |
| Exhaust system | Stainless steel |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Alternator output | 140 amp max. water cooled |
| Unofficial test data: | |
| Maximum speed | 160mph |
| 0-62 mph (100 kph) | Under 5.0 secs |
Transmission |
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| Final drive | BTR Limited slip 3.08:1 |
| Indirect ratios: | |
| 1st gear | 4.05:1 |
| 2nd gear | 2.4:1 |
| 3rd gear | 1.58:1 |
| 4th gear | 1.19:1 |
| 5th gear | 1:1 |
| 6th gear | 0.87:1 |
Steering |
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| Type | Electronic torque sensitive variable pump Variable ratio power rack, 2 turns to lock |
| Turning circle ft/m | 32/10 |
| Rake / Reach adjust | 2in/5.08cm |
Suspension |
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| Front | Independent - unique long cantilever upper arm with lower wishbone and inboard Eibach coil springs over Koni shock absorbers |
| Rear | Independent long transverse wishbones with cantilever mounted, fully floating inboard Eibach coil springs over Koni shock absorbers |
| Anti roll bars | None |
Brakes |
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| Type | AP Racing to Morgan specification |
| Front | 350mm/13.7in cast iron ventilated |
| Rear | 332mm/13.07in cast iron ventilated |
| Calipers front | 6 pot alloy |
| Calipers rear | 2 pot alloy ABS EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution DTC (Drag Control Torque) |
| Drag co-efficient | 0.39 |
Fuel Tank |
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| Volume litres/ US gallons | 70/18.5 |
| Fuel Consumption | Test data available soon |
| CO2 emissions | Test data available soon |
Weights |
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| Unofficial test data: | |
| Weight | 1132kg/2500 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 15.2cm/6in |
| Weight distribution with one occupant | 50/50 |
Wheels and Tires |
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| Wheels | 18" Rimstock forged alloy wheels |
| Tires | Pirelli 245/45/ 18 Pressure sensors with internal visual/audible pressure information |
Chassis |
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| Ultra stiff CAD designed aluminum alloy chassis specially treated and bonded with Gurrit Essex adhesive and riveted with Bollhoff rivets | |
Dimensions |
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| Length: | 4120mm/13ft 6in |
| Width: | 1770mm/5ft 9in |
| Height: | 1200mm/3ft 11in |
