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Rover 400 Tourer (XW) 420 i (136 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)). With 185 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1210 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.7 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
420 i (136 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A torquey and capable engine, well-suited for carrying loads and highway cruising. Offers solid, if not exhilarating, performance.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption, typical for a 2.0L engine of its era. Not the most economical choice but acceptable.
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: 1993 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Rover |
| Model: | 400 |
| Generation: | Tourer (XW) |
| Modification (Engine): | 420 i (136 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.2 Hp/l [5mm less] |
| Torque: | 185 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M16 More details about the engine M16 |
| Engine displacement: | 1994 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.9 kg/Hp, 112.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 152.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1210 |
| Max. weight: | 1650 |
| Max load: | 440 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1410 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 430 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4365 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Width: | 1680 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1390 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/55 R15 V |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
Behind the wheel of the Rover 400. How does it handle on the road?