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Austin Montego Combi (XE) 2.0 HLI (113 Hp)
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Austin Montego:
The Austin Montego is a British family car that was produced from 1984 to 1994, first by British Leyland and then by its successor the Rover Group. The Montego was the replacement for both the rear-wheel drive Morris Ital and the front-wheel drive Austin Ambassador ranges to give British Leyland an all-new competitor for the Ford Sierra and Vauxhall Cavalier.
On its launch, it was sold as both an Austin and a performance-enhanced MG. It was the last car to be launched under the Austin marque, and a facelift introduced for the 1989 model year was sold without a marque, following the phasing out of the Austin name. Production of the saloon Montego ended in 1993 following the introduction of the Rover 600 Series, and the estate remained in production until December 1994....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Combi (XE) Overview:
Austin Montego (Combi (XE)). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 HLI (113 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most capable engine in the lineup, providing noticeably better acceleration and cruising ability, making it suitable for longer journeys and heavier loads.
Fuel Economy
With fuel injection, this engine offers a decent balance of power and efficiency for its class, potentially more refined than the carbureted 2.0L.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body style
- • Comfortable ride quality for its era
- • Generous boot capacity
- • Affordable to buy on the used market
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanics
Cons:
- • Prone to rust and build quality issues
- • Known for electrical problems
- • Uninspiring performance (especially 1.6L)
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Poor long-term reliability reputation
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Austin |
| Model: | Montego |
| Generation: | Combi (XE) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 HLI (113 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1984 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 113 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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