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Morris Minor

Morris Minor — * 2-door saloon * 4-door saloon * 2-door tourer, 918cc Morris USHM2 & 3 Sidevalve I4. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine918cc Morris USHM2 & 3 Sidevalve I4

About the Morris Minor

Morris Minor is a * 2-door saloon * 4-door saloon * 2-door tourer in the economy car class. The available vehicle data lists 918cc Morris USHM2 & 3 Sidevalve I4 as an engine configuration and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Morris Minor guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 918cc Morris USHM2 & 3 Sidevalve I4. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Morris Minor specifications at a glance

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

Make	Morris
Model	Minor
Model years	Not specified
Body style	* 2-door saloon * 4-door saloon * 2-door tourer
Vehicle class	Economy car
Manufacturer	Austin Motor Company (1948–1952)British Motor Corporation (1952–1968)British Leyland (1968–1971)
Production	1948–19711,619,958 produced
Market / country	FI, GB, NL, NZ

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Morris Minor includes 918cc Morris USHM2 & 3 Sidevalve I4.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.

Engine	918cc Morris USHM2 & 3 Sidevalve I4
Drivetrain / layout	FR layout

Dimensions, weight and practicality

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

Wheelbase	86 in (2,184 mm)
Length	148 in (3,759 mm)
Width	60 in (1,524 mm)
Height	60 in (1,524 mm)
Kerb / curb weight	1708 lb (775 kg) (four-door saloon)

Morris Minor other specifications

Name	Morris Minor
Image	Morris Minor 1000 in New Square first registered February 1963 948cc and an icon.jpg
Caption	Morris Minor 1000 four-door saloon
Sp	uk
Aka	* Morris 6cwt/8cwt Van & Pick up * Austin 6cwt/8cwt Van & Pick up

Morris Minor 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
Morris Minor	1948–19711,619,958 produced	Not specified	Not specified	FR layout
Morris Minor Series MM	1948–1953250,962 produced	918cc Morris USHM2 & 3 Sidevalve I4	Not specified	Not specified
Morris Minor Series II	1952–1956269,838 produced	803 cc ''A-series'' I4	Not specified	Not specified
Morris Minor 1000	1956–1971847,491 produced	* 948 cc ''A-series'' I4 * 1,098 cc ''A-series'' I4	Not specified	Not specified
Morris Quarter Ton Van, Quarter Ton Pick-up	1953–1973	* 803 cc ''A-series'' I4 * 948 cc ''A-series'' I4 * 1,098 cc ''A-series'' I4	Not specified	Not specified

Morris Minor features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓=== Cancelled revival ===

✓One of the bids

✓led by Maserati CEO Martin Leach alongside Chinese state-owned Shanghai Automotive Industries Corporation (SAIC), included plans for a Morris Minor revival

✓The idea was not revealed to the public, presumably to prevent competitors from discovering the proposal, and information regarding the project was only released in 2024

✓Despite initially being met with optimism, the bid was lost to the Nanjing Automobile Corporation and the new Minor was not produced, although Nanjing Automobile Corporation later merged with SAIC, with all assets, including the Morris marque, being transferred to SAIC

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Morris Minor

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 Morris Minor

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 Morris Minor have?

The available source data lists the Morris Minor engine as 918cc Morris USHM2 & 3 Sidevalve I4. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Morris Minor?

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 Morris Minor?

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

What body style is the Morris Minor?

The Morris Minor is classified as a * 2-door saloon * 4-door saloon * 2-door tourer.

What are the dimensions of the Morris Minor?

The available source data lists length 148 in (3,759 mm), width 60 in (1,524 mm), height 60 in (1,524 mm), and wheelbase 86 in (2,184 mm).

Is the Morris Minor FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Morris Minor is FR layout.

Who makes the Morris Minor?

The manufacturer listed for the Morris Minor is Austin Motor Company (1948–1952)British Motor Corporation (1952–1968)British Leyland (1968–1971).

When was the Morris Minor produced?

The available source data describes production as 1948–19711,619,958 produced.

How much does the Morris Minor weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 1708 lb (775 kg) (four-door saloon). Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Morris Minor built?

The available source record lists assembly information as * United Kingdom: Cowley, Oxfordshire (Cowley plant) * United Kingdom: Longbridge, Birmingham (Longbridge plant) * Australia: Victoria Park (BMC Australia) * Ireland: Dublin * Malaysia: Shah Alam * Malta: Marsa (Malta Car Assembly) * New Zealand: Newmarket, Auckland * South Africa: Durban; Blackheath *Thailand.

What class of car is the Morris Minor?

The Morris Minor is listed in the Economy car class.

Which markets or countries sold the Morris Minor?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Morris Minor with FI, GB, NL, NZ. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Morris Minor?

The available vehicle data lists Morris 1100Morris Marina as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Morris Minor?

The available vehicle data lists Morris 1100Morris Marina as the successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Morris Minor?

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 Morris Minor?

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 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor?

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.

Morris Minor images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.