Morgan Plans to Sell Plus Four Roadster in the U.S.

Morgan's original Plus Four was a favorite for 70 years. Now, in 2020, the clean-sheet design of the Plus Four was unveiled with a lightweight aluminum chassis, BMW powertrain, and a truly luxurious interior.

Morgan is now unveiling an updated version of the Plus Four with a sleeker exterior design, an improved chassis that includes the addition of an available handling pack, and a Sennheiser audio system, which the company hopes to sell in the United States

Morgan stated that the company is in the process of obtaining certification to sell the product in the U.S., but could not provide a timeline for completion. Once the process is complete, the Plus Four will be the first four-wheeled Morgan approved for sale in the U.S. since 2006. The more powerful Plus Six is also being considered for sale in the US.

For the updated Plus Four, designers added new headlights, new fenders, and new front spitter and rear diffuser designs, which together create a cleaner overall look. The lights, which are one inch larger in diameter than before, are unique to Morgan, and the company claims that they produce a brighter, more accurate beam of light. The mirrors are also proprietary to Morgan and were designed in-house.

The chassis features new spring rates and new dampers. A dynamic handling pack was also developed, with new springs with adjustable dampers and the addition of a rear anti-roll bar for improved handling.

Interior changes include a new Sennheiser audio system, new graphics and additional information on the digital display in front of the driver, and a new ambient lighting package.

The powertrain remains unchanged. The only powertrain available is a BMW 2.0-liter turbo four with 255 hp and a choice of a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission. Performance estimates are 0-62 mph acceleration in 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 149 mph.

Like all contemporary Morgans, the Plus Four is built at the company's headquarters in Malvern, England, using a mix of new and old technology. The aluminum body is formed by hand over an ash wood frame using traditional techniques such as hammering and rolling. The body is then combined with a modern aluminum platform equipped with the latest braking, suspension, and electronic systems.

According to Morgan, after ordering, buyers typically wait six to twelve months for the car to be completed.

The updated Plus Four is currently scheduled to go into production in May.