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Rover 2000-3500 Hatchback SD1 2600 S (126 Hp)
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Rover 2000-3500 Hatchback:
The Rover SD1 is an executive car which was manufactured by British Leyland from 1976 until 1986 and marketed under the Rover marque. Sold with a variety of names, the code name "SD1" refers to the "Specialist Division" of BL , with the "1" denoting it as the first product of their in-house design team. A large five-door hatchback with fastback styling, the SD1 has a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and was sold with various petrol engines, including the Rover V8, as well as a diesel engine....(Read more on Wikipedia)
SD1 Overview:
Rover 2000-3500 Hatchback (SD1). Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11 s). The top speed reaches 183 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2600 S (126 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A slightly detuned version of the 2600, still offering smooth power delivery and decent acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Comparable fuel economy to the standard 2600, offering a reasonable balance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and aerodynamic styling
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Powerful V8 engine options (especially Vitesse)
- • Smooth ride quality
Cons:
- • Variable build quality and reliability issues (especially electrical)
- • High fuel consumption for V8 models
- • Rust susceptibility
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(SD1: 1977 - 1986).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Rover |
| Model: | 2000-3500 Hatchback |
| Generation: | SD1 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2600 S (126 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 126 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 183 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
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