The bonnet was longer than that of the Oxford to accommodate the overhead camshaft, 2,215 cc (135.2 cu in) six-cylinder engine, which produced 70 bhp (52 kW) at 4800 rpm.

The suspension at the front used independent torsion bars, and at the rear there was a conventional live axle and semi elliptic springs.

[4] Aside from the grille and identification marks, the whole car was shared with Morris's Nuffield Organization stable-mate Wolseley as the more luxuriously finished 6/80.

[2] In 1950, the rear axle ratio was lowered to improve acceleration, and twin dampers were fitted to the front independent torsion bar suspension.

A de-luxe version was announced at the 1953 London Motor Show, featuring leather upholstery, a heater, and over-riders on the front bumpers.