Diesels are a very good bet if you’re watching the costs. 1.8T is a useful tax buster too. Fuel economy is reasonable given the MG focus but values aren’t especially strong.

ZT is quite a polluting model. With an average of 212 g/km CO2 across the range, its emissions are a touch high for an executive estate. However, it’s worth noting that the line up has a high number of diesel models, bringing the average down and giving buyers more choices of low-emission versions. Diesels typically produce less CO2 than petrol engines with similar power outputs.

The range is not particularly economical, averaging 35 mpg.

Most owners are very happy with their cars. A few suffer niggles, but all the major mechanicals are well proven. Keep up the service history.