2020 Morgan Plus Six — The Timeless British Roadster
A Modern Classic
The Morgan Plus Six represents a bold new chapter for the Morgan Motor Company. Launched in 2019, it was the first model built on Morgan’s all-new CX-Generation platform.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L BMW B58 twin-scroll turbo inline-6 |
| Power | 335 hp (250 kW) |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) |
| 0–60 mph | 4.2 seconds |
| Top speed | 166 mph (267 km/h) |
| Weight | 1,075 kg (2,370 lb) |
| Platform | CX-Generation bonded aluminium |
| Body | Hand-beaten aluminium over ash wood frame |
The CX-Generation Platform
The CX platform brought a bonded aluminium monocoque replacing the steel chassis used since 1936.
Hand-Built in Malvern
- Ash wood frame — seasoned for 12 months
- Aluminium panels — hand-beaten
- Production rate — ~10 cars per week
- Build time — 3–4 months per car
Driving Character
The Plus Six offers effortless torque, precise steering, and a cabin that smells of leather and wood. It prioritises occasion over outright numbers.
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Would you ever daily-drive a Morgan? Or is a car with an ash wood frame best kept for Sunday mornings?