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MG VA

MG VA — 4-door sports saloon4-seater open tourerdrophead coupé, 1548 cc Straight-4. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine1548 cc Straight-4

Transmission4-speed manual

About the MG VA

MG VA is a 4-door sports saloon4-seater open tourerdrophead coupé in the sedan class. The available vehicle data lists 1548 cc Straight-4 as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed manual. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This MG VA guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 1548 cc Straight-4 and 4-speed manual transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

MG VA specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	MG
Model	VA
Model years	Not specified
Body style	4-door sports saloon4-seater open tourerdrophead coupé
Vehicle class	sedan
Manufacturer	MG (Morris)
Production	1937–1939
Market / country	NL, NZ

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the MG VA includes 1548 cc Straight-4.. Published power figures include 54 bhp at 4500 rpmTreasury rating 11.98hp.. Transmission information includes 4-speed manual.

Engine	1548 cc Straight-4
Fuel type	petrol
Transmission	4-speed manual
Power	54 bhp at 4500 rpmTreasury rating 11.98hp

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	108 inches (2743 mm)
Length	169 inches (4293 mm)
Width	62 inches (1575 mm)

MG VA performance and economy

Power	54 bhp at 4500 rpmTreasury rating 11.98hp

MG VA other specifications

Image	MG VA first registered July1937.JPG
Caption	4-door sports saloon
Name	MG VA
Configuration	in-line four
Displacement	1548cc, 94.59 ci
Bore	69.5 mm, 2.73 in
Stroke	102 mm, 4.01 in
Block	cast in one with the skirt of the crankcase; three-bearing crankshaft; low-expansion aluminium alloy pistons, connecting rods steel
Head	detachable with valve gear intact
Valvetrain	Overhead valves are operated by pushrods from the camshaft by the block's crankcase skirt. drive to the camshaft is by silent duplex roller chain
Fuelsystem	twin SU carburettors and automatic electric fuel pump
Fueltype	petrol
Oilsystem	a spur gear pump driven from the camshaft pushes oil to main and big-end bearings, camshaft bearings and valve gear from a reservoir in the sump
Coolingsystem	water circulated by centrifugal impeller and with thermostatic control

MG VA generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
MG VA	1937–1939	1548 cc Straight-4	4-speed manual	Not specified

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for MG VA

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about MG VA

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the MG VA have?

The available source data lists the MG VA engine as 1548 cc Straight-4. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the MG VA?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the MG VA?

There is no single best engine oil for every MG VA configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the MG VA?

The MG VA is classified as a 4-door sports saloon4-seater open tourerdrophead coupé.

What fuel does the MG VA use?

The available source data lists the MG VA fuel type as petrol.

How much horsepower does the MG VA have?

The published figure for the MG VA is 54 bhp at 4500 rpmTreasury rating 11.98hp. Output can vary by engine and specification.

What are the dimensions of the MG VA?

The available source data lists length 169 inches (4293 mm), width 62 inches (1575 mm), and wheelbase 108 inches (2743 mm).

What transmission does the MG VA have?

The available source data lists 4-speed manual transmission options for the MG VA.

Who makes the MG VA?

The manufacturer listed for the MG VA is MG (Morris).

When was the MG VA produced?

The available source data describes production as 1937–1939.

Where was the MG VA built?

The available source record lists assembly information as United Kingdom: Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England.

What class of car is the MG VA?

The MG VA is listed in the sedan class.

Which markets or countries sold the MG VA?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the MG VA with NL, NZ. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the MG VA?

The available vehicle data lists MG Y-type as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the MG VA?

The available vehicle data lists MG Y-type as the successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the MG VA?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the MG VA?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the MG VA is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the MG VA have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the MG VA?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

MG VA images

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