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Rover 400 XW 418 D (67 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)
XW Overview:
Rover 400 (XW). With 121 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1150 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 154 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Rover 400 (XW) generation was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, so no official safety rating is available. Safety features were typical for its era, including basic crumple zones and optional ABS on higher trims.
418 D (67 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Underpowered for anything beyond city driving, with very modest acceleration. Primarily designed for economy over performance.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy at 5.6 l/100 km, making it a very cost-effective option for high mileage drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Honda-derived platform offered good handling and reliability for many components.
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class.
- • Wide range of engines, from economical diesels to the potent 420 Turbo.
- • Relatively spacious interior and boot for a compact saloon.
- • Distinctive British styling with a more premium feel than some rivals.
Cons:
- • Some Rover-specific components could be prone to issues (e.g., head gaskets on K-series, though not the primary engines here).
- • Interior plastics and build quality could feel dated compared to later models.
- • Lack of modern safety features (no Euro NCAP rating).
- • Resale value depreciated quickly compared to German rivals.
- • Older diesel engines were quite noisy and unrefined.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XW: 1990 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Rover |
| Model: | 400 |
| Generation: | XW |
| Modification (Engine): | 418 D (67 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 67 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 35.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 121 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D9B (XUD9A) More details about the engine D9B (XUD9A) |
| Engine displacement: | 1905 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 154 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.2 kg/Hp, 58.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.5 kg/Nm, 105.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1150 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 410 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4370 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1680 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1400 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 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 | 175/70 R14 T |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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