Microcar Virgo

1999

The Microcar Virgo was a popular two-seat hatchback produced by the French microcar manufacturer Microcar during the 1990s and early 2000s. It was a successor to the earlier Lyra model and helped establish Microcar's position in the license-exempt quadricycle market.

Key details about the Microcar Virgo:

Production: The Virgo was manufactured in different generations. The first generation ran from about 1999 to 2003, with the Virgo III being produced around 2002.

Engine: The Virgo typically featured a small, 505 ccm two-cylinder Lombardini diesel engine with a CVT automatic gearbox. A version was also available with a Lombardini LGW 523 petrol engine.

Features and variants:

Body: It had a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout with a two-seat, three-door body.

Variants: Multiple versions were produced over its lifespan, including the Virgo Luxe and Virgo Prestige, and a commercial variant known as the Pratic Luxe.

Legacy: The Virgo was eventually replaced by the "MC" series (MC1 and MC2) before the manufacturer was acquired by Ligier in 2008. Its longevity and popularity helped make Microcar a leading player in the European microcar market.