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Rover 400 Tourer (XW) 418 TD (88 Hp)
Overall Rating
Rover 400:
The Rover 400 Series, and later the Rover 45, are a series of small family cars that were produced by the British manufacturer Rover from 1990 to 2005. The cars were co-developed as part of Rover's collaboration with Honda. The first-generation 400 was based on the Honda Concerto, and the Mark II 400 was based on the Honda Domani/Civic.
Honda petrol engines were used in some Rover models, while the market competitive Rover L-series diesel engine was used from the mid-1990s in Hondas, before they designed their own diesel engine....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Tourer (XW) Overview:
Rover 400 (Tourer (XW)). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
418 TD (88 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A highly economical and durable diesel engine, providing adequate power for daily tasks with a focus on efficiency rather than speed.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding fuel economy, making it the ideal choice for high-mileage drivers and those prioritizing low running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Good handling for its class
- • Reliable Honda-derived engines (416 GTI, 416 Si)
- • Excellent fuel economy from diesel variant
- • Strong value for money on the used market
Cons:
- • Dated exterior and interior styling
- • Known head gasket issues on K-series petrol engines (1.8i)
- • Limited safety features by modern standards (2-star Euro NCAP)
- • Some interior trim quality inconsistencies
- • Resale value can be low
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XW: 1991 - 1995).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Rover |
| Model: | 400 |
| Generation: | Tourer (XW) |
| Modification (Engine): | 418 TD (88 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 88 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 48.9 Hp/l |
| Engine Model/Code: | A8A (XUD7TE) [Same engine] More details about the engine A8A (XUD7TE) |
| Engine displacement: | 1800 |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Rover 400 rank in your book?