Morgan Super 3 Test Drive: A Three-Wheeled Thrill Ride

The Morgan Super 3, a modern three-wheeled vehicle from the British manufacturer Morgan Motor Company, has been test-driven by Trinity Francis, who describes it as a powerful and exhilarating machine that demands respect. The Super 3 is a petrol-powered evolution of Morgan's three-wheeled heritage, which dates back to the early 1900s with the Runabout. It was preceded by the Morgan 3 Wheeler (2011) and later formed the basis for the Morgan XP-1 Prototype EV in 2023. The Super 3 features a tadpole layout (two wheels at the front, one at the back) for stability, an enclosed 1497cc Ford Dragon engine (a first for Morgan three-wheelers), and weighs just 635kg, producing 186bhp per tonne. It matches the performance of the Caterham Seven 170 from 0-60mph and bests its top speed. The cockpit is minimalist, with only rev counter, speedo, and odometer, and no clock. The 13-inch Moto-Lita steering wheel provides direct control. In the UK, it is registered as a motorised tricycle, lacking airbags, ABS, wipers, and roll hoops, making it potentially dangerous if mishandled. However, Francis concludes that with responsible use, it is the most fun driving experience of the year. The Super 3 is priced from £39,995 and is available from Morgan-Motor.com. The article also mentions special editions: the Super 3 x Orlebar Brown Edition and the Super 3 Origins Collection, including the Charlie Mike variant.