MG - ZT |
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2001-05
ZT's refinement, performance and handling are all impressive. It's good value for money, too, although the blatantly sporty body styling is a bit too over the top for some buyers.
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Good value; ZT-T is a stylish sports estate |
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Enjoyable to drive with sharper responses than Rover 75 |
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Refined and well equipped |
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Some may say it's overstyled |
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Depreciates far faster than 3-Series |
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Basic 1.8 doesn't feel that sporty |
What hits you first about the ZT is the in-your-face combination of spoilers, skirts and wings. The restrained, conservative Rover 75 on which it's based actually looks pretty good after this treatment; and the good news is that the loudly proclaimed sporting intent actually carries through convincingly.
The engine range for the ZT saloon and ZT-T estate includes petrol engines of varying sizes and a fine turbodiesel; are all responsive and sound sporty, too. In handling terms there is plenty of grip, and ZT behaves in a positive, confident and safe manner, whether cornering and pressing on.
Drivers enjoy a good driving position and clear dashboard that has some nice sporty design details. Although the saloon's boot isn't huge for the car's size, the ZT-T estates offer more practicality.
Inside, ZT isn't huge but it's comfortable enough for four adults. Compared with rivals like 3-Series, it looks good value and is well-equipped.
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