Land Rover Discovery 1990 2.5 diesel description
Crossover / SUV Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi has been produced from January, 1990 to December, 1998. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 113 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 265 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Garrett T25004 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Land Rover Discovery 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.7 litres.
Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi has full time 4WD (permanent four-wheel drive that can be used on pavement) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 18.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 146 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.9 litres per 100km (11.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Land Rover Discovery 1990 - 1998 version, fuel consumption in city - 11.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 89 litres or 23.51 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1180 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Land Rover real everyday fuel consumption is 10.7 litres per 100 km, which is 20% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Land Rover Discovery fuel consumption.
Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi technical data
| Model: | Land Rover Discovery 300 Tdi | ||
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| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 1990. January ... 1998. December | ||
| Engine: | 2495 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 113 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 265 NM ON 1800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Maximum speed: | 146 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 18.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 (combined) 11.3 (urban) 7.5 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.7 l/100km (22 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 89 litres (23.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.48m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.91m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 1290 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1970 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2720 kg | ||
Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi engine 300Tdi
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 2495 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 90.47 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 97 mm |
| Compression ratio | 19.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 6.7 litres (7.1 quarts) |
| Power | 111 - 122 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 - 300 NM ON 1800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1994 |
| Duration of production | 12 years |
| Engine also used on | Land Rover Range Rover Land Rover Defender |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Land Rover Discovery crossover [1990 - 1998] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Land Rover Discovery 1990 2.5 300 Tdi 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 113 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Land Rover Discovery 1994 2.5 300 Tdi 4x4 Apr 1994 — Dec 1998 | 2.5 Diesel | 113 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Land Rover Discovery 1990 3.5 V8i 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.5 Petrol | 155 HP | 15.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Land Rover Discovery 1994 3.9 V8i 4x4
Apr 1994 — Dec 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.5 seconds |
3.9 Petrol | 185 HP | 16.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Land Rover Discovery 1994 3.9 V8i 4x4
Apr 1994 — Dec 1998 Most powerfull petrol version (185 HP) |
3.9 Petrol | 185 HP | 16.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |