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British Leyland Morris Marina

Built: 1971-1980 · Series: Other models

More machines from model year 1971

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Built in 1971-1980, the British Leyland Morris Marina is a heavy truck from British Leyland. The predecessor was the Morris Minor, the successor the Morris Ital.

Technical data

Engine

Engine	1.3 L A-Series Straight-4; 1.8 L B-Series Straight-4 (1971–1978); 1.7 L O-Series Straight-4 (1978–1980); 1.5 L B-Series Straight-4 Diesel; 1.5 L E-Series Straight-4 (Australia); 1.75 L E-Series Straicorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length	166 in (4-door); 163 in (2-door); 167.5 in (estate)correct
Width	64 in (1625.6 mm)correct
Height	56.125 in (1425.6 mm)correct
Wheelbase	96 in (2438.4 mm)correct

Working data

Fuel tank capacity	52.5 lcorrect

Origin and approval

Body	4-door saloon; 5-door estate car; 2-door coupé; 2-door coupé utility (pick up); 2-door vancorrect
Vehicle class	midsize carcorrect

Other data

Predecessor	Morris Minorcorrect
Successor	Morris Italcorrect

Frequently asked questions

When was the British Leyland Morris Marina built?

Production years: 1971-1980.

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