MG Maestro
The fuel-injected O-Series engine transformed the Maestro into a credible, if understated, 1980s hot hatch.
- Power
- 115 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.5 s
- Top speed
- 115 mph
About the MG Maestro
Launched in late 1984 to replace the troublesome twin-carburettor 1600, the MG Maestro 2.0 EFi utilised the O-Series engine with Lucas electronic fuel injection. It was significantly faster and more reliable than its predecessor, offering performance that could rival the contemporary Volkswagen Golf GTI. The model featured a Honda-sourced gearbox and a distinctive body kit with red bumper inserts, though it retained the practical five-door layout of the standard Maestro. While often overshadowed by its peers, it is now a rare and increasingly sought-after modern classic due to its surprisingly sharp handling and punchy power delivery.
MG Maestro specs
The MG Maestro produces 115 bhp (86 kW) and 182 Nm (134 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.5 seconds and has a top speed of 115 mph (185 km/h).
| Make | MG |
|---|---|
| Model | Maestro |
| Trim | 2.0 EFi |
| Years | 1984–1991 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 2.0-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,994 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 115 bhp (86 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 182 Nm (134 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s |
| Top speed | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,035 kg (2,282 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 111 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
MG Maestro rarity in CarSpot
The MG Maestro is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 13 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
MG Maestro fun facts
- Early MG Maestros were famous for their 'talking' dashboard, which used a synthesized female voice to provide warnings, though this was phased out for the 2.0 EFi.
- The 2.0 EFi engine was later used as the basis for the turbocharged version, which became one of the fastest accelerating front-wheel-drive cars of its era.
- Despite its performance, the MG Maestro 2.0 EFi was only ever available as a five-door hatchback, unlike many rivals that offered three-door variants.