ZT / ZT-T · 2002–2005

MG ZT CDTi ZT / ZT-T · 131 hp (2002 to 2005)

The MG ZT CDTi of the ZT / ZT-T generation uses the M47R 2.0 diesel engine with 131 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Diesel
Power: 131 PS / 96 kW
Displacement: 1 951 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: M47R 2.0
Period covered: 2002–2005
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

131 hp (96 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2002 to 2005.

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In the range

It is the only diesel version of this generation. The M47R 2.0 engine is also fitted to: Land Rover Freelander (Freelander I).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 24,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

24 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ACEA A3/B4 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the MG ZT CDTi ZT / ZT-T?

The M47R 2.0 diesel engine (1 951 cc), 131 hp (96 kW).

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Which oil for the MG ZT CDTi?

A API SN/SP / ACEA A3/B4-approved oil suited to the M47R 2.0 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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