Austin A30

The Austin A30 is a small family car produced by Austin from May 1952 to September 1956. It was launched at the 1951 Earls Court Motor Show as the "New Austin Seven" and was Austin's competitor with the Morris Minor.

Austin A30
Austin A30 4-door saloon
Overview
ManufacturerAustin (BMC)
Also calledAustin Seven
Production1951–1956
AssemblyLongbridge, United Kingdom
Melbourne, Australia
Body and chassis
ClassCompact car / Small family car (C)
Body style4-door saloon
2-door saloon
2-door estate
2-door van
Powertrain
Engine803 cc A-Series I4
Transmission4-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase79.5 in (2,019 mm)
Length136.5 in (3,467 mm)
Width55 in (1,397 mm)
Chronology
SuccessorAustin A35

At launch, the car cost £507 (equivalent to £15,793.36 in 2019) undercutting the Minor by £62.

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