Introducing Supersport 400

Morgan has taken a familiar formula and turned the dial further toward performance. The result is the Supersport 400, a new flagship that becomes the most powerful production Morgan ever built, producing 402 bhp and crossing the 400 bhp threshold for the first time in the company’s history.

It sits at the top of the Supersport line as a more focused interpretation of the platform introduced in 2025. While the original model established a new level of refinement and composure for Morgan’s modern era, the 400 version leans harder into performance and driver engagement without abandoning the brand’s long-standing emphasis on lightweight construction and tactile feedback.

At its core, the car reflects a broader shift underway at Morgan: a deliberate expansion of its performance capability, supported by continued investment in engineering and production at its Malvern headquarters. Alongside this flagship, the company is preparing a series of bespoke and limited-run models that signal a more active and varied product strategy going forward.

Engineering The Next Step

Supersport 400 is built on Morgan’s CXV bonded aluminum platform, an architecture designed to balance traditional coachbuilding with modern structural rigidity. In this application, it has been further developed to unlock additional performance while preserving the original Supersport’s inherent balance.

Power comes from BMW’s latest 3.0-liter B58 turbocharged inline-six, paired with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. The engine produces 402 bhp and 369 lb ft of torque, with peak torque arriving at just 1,250 rpm.

On paper, that translates to a 0–62 mph time of 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 180 mph, but Morgan’s focus is clearly not just on numbers. The emphasis is on how that performance is delivered—smoothly, immediately, and with a strong sense of mechanical cohesion.

A More Controlled Kind Of Speed

Much of that character comes from changes to the chassis. The Dynamic Handling Pack, previously optional, is now standard equipment. It has been recalibrated specifically for the Supersport 400 and includes adjustable Nitron dampers with 24 levels of adjustment front and rear. Revised spring rates and suspension geometry aim to sharpen response while tightening body control through faster cornering.

Morgan claims the effect is most noticeable under load. The car feels more composed and deliberate when driven hard, with clearer feedback through the chassis and steering. Yet it avoids becoming nervous or overly rigid, maintaining the fluency expected of a road-going Morgan.

An optional limited-slip differential is available for those who want additional traction and stability, particularly when exiting corners under power.

A new high-flow active exhaust system also plays a role in shaping the experience. Tuned specifically for this model, it adds a more pronounced mechanical soundtrack without tipping into excess, reinforcing the sense that this is a car built to feel as engaging as it is fast.

Design With Intent

Visually, the Supersport 400 doesn’t abandon the proportions of its predecessor, but it does introduce a more purposeful tone. The changes are subtle rather than dramatic, in keeping with Morgan’s restrained design philosophy.

New front wing vents serve both a functional and aesthetic role, improving airflow while signaling the car’s increased performance intent. The lower bodywork, previously finished in satin grey on the standard Supersport, now appears in gloss, creating greater contrast with the aluminum surfaces above.

New forged 19-inch “Sportlite” wheels reduce unsprung mass and rotational inertia, contributing to sharper response while giving the car a more assertive stance. They are paired with Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tires and finished in mid-silver as standard, with a darker bronze option available.

Inside The Cabin

The interior continues the theme of focused evolution rather than reinvention. Leather remains central, but new Alcantara options introduce a more tactile, performance-oriented environment. Buyers can choose between single-tone black or a range of two-tone combinations, all paired with complementary leather elements.

A distinctive stitch pattern runs through the seats, doors, and transmission tunnel, tying the cabin together visually. The steering wheel also adopts Alcantara in selected configurations, reinforcing the sense of driver-centric design.

For the first time in a CX-generation Morgan, an optional aluminum gear selector is offered. Finished in anodized dark grey, it replaces the standard automatic shifter and adds a more mechanical, precision-focused interaction point.

Instrument dials, produced by UK specialist Caerbont, retain a classic analog appearance while operating through modern electronic communication systems. The effect is familiar in look but contemporary in execution.

Personalization And Craftsmanship

As with all Morgans, individuality remains central. Every Supersport 400 is built to order at Pickersleigh Road, and the level of personalization reflects that coachbuilt tradition.

Four new satin paint finishes expand the palette, alongside options such as a contrast grey hardtop. Coral accent detailing can be specified across exterior trim, brake calipers, and interior elements, offering a subtle but distinctive visual signature.

Wood inlays, including marquetry detailing, continue the brand’s emphasis on handcrafted interior work. Each commission is developed in close collaboration with the company’s design team, reinforcing the idea that no two cars leave the factory exactly alike.

A Strategic Marker For Morgan

For Morgan, the Supersport 400 is more than just a performance halo. It also signals a wider strategic direction. The company is entering a phase of accelerated product activity, with a series of limited and bespoke models planned over the next 18 months.

At the same time, demand is growing in key export markets, particularly the United States and Europe, where the brand has been steadily expanding its retail footprint. Investment in research, development, and production capacity at Malvern is intended to support that momentum.

According to managing director Matthew Hole, the car represents both continuity and change. It builds on Morgan’s core identity—lightweight construction, craftsmanship, and analog driving engagement—while pushing further into territory traditionally occupied by more mainstream performance brands.

The Bigger Picture

The Supersport 400 doesn’t attempt to redefine Morgan, but it does stretch what the company has traditionally been capable of. It takes an established platform and explores its upper limits, not only in terms of power, but in the way that power is controlled, delivered, and experienced.

It is still recognizably a Morgan: handcrafted, mechanically honest, and focused on driver involvement above all else. But it is also a clear statement that the company is no longer content to sit solely within the niche of classic-inspired sports cars. It wants to be measured against the fastest and most capable cars in its class—and, at least in intent, it is now aiming to compete there.

Supersport 400 is available to order now, priced from $152,400 (£112,965) before local taxes. Production begins in May.