Morgan Aero 8 (00-10) - Review

Review by Ben Wall on
Last Updated: 24 April 2009
For sheer character and charm, few cars can match the Morgan Aero 8. It may be hand built and with a traditional look, but the Morgan is a thoroughly modern sports car that uses an aluminium chassis while power comes from a BMW V8 engine. This gives it a 0-62mph time of less than five seconds and it feels even faster from behind the wheel. The original model had an unfortunate cross-eyed appearance, but a revised model, introduced in 2006, was a huge improvement. Designed and built in Britain it has a uniqueness few similarly priced cars can match and there are more dealers around than you'd think. However, that doesn't stop it being expensive to buy and run.
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Running costs

Like all big V8s the engine can drink fuel at an alarming rate when you're really enjoying yourself. However it is a light car which means a gentle cruise will see much better economy. Morgans always hang onto their values with determination so depreciation shouldn't be a concern. However, servicing and parts can be very expensive.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

12,000 miles.

Warranty

Two years/unlimited miles.

Road tax (12 months)

£270.00 - £475.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

Full running costs data

2 out of 5

Green credentials

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

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Emissions summary

The Aero 8 is a polluting model, although it's not excessive given the performance offered. The newer 4.8-litre engine emits 269g/km of CO2 and averages 25mpg.

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