MG TF (02-05) - Review

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These funsters are fitted with free-revving engines located behind the rear seats to give balanced handling and confident roadholding. The F had a hydra-gas suspension set up that has been replaced with more conventional springs and dampers on the TF. This allows a more sporting feel, but at the expense of ride quality which is better on the older car. The VVC engine is the pick of the range - adding spice to this already convincing package.
2.5 out of 5

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3 out of 5

Performance

A 1.6 is the baby of the range and it's okay if you want to do some summertime cruising. The 160bhp 1.8 has the performance to live up to sporting aspirations. A 120bhp CVT is an oddball derivative.

3.5 out of 5

Handling

Despite the mid-engined, rear-driven set-up, the TF is very user-friendly with good balance on the twisties, but handling on the limit is safe if not as incisive as some sportscars. Ride can feel rather harsh.