MG TF Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2002–2005) — First Generation
If you are looking at the first-generation MG TF, you are considering a compact British Roadster with petrol power and rear-wheel drive. It is built around open-top driving rather than family practicality.
An MG TF engine is a petrol unit driving the rear wheels, so the Roadster’s drivetrain feels sportier than a front-drive hatch. A 1.6 MT example uses a manual gearbox when you want to choose every shift. A 1.8 CVT pairs petrol power with a variable transmission for smoother town work—typical layouts, not the complete range.