Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6

Rover 75 1999 2.0 petrol description

Sedan Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 has been produced from September, 1999 to April, 2004. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 185 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 210 up to 360 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Rover 75 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.

Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Rover real everyday fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Rover 75 fuel consumption.

Rover 75 safety

During safety testing Rover 75 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Rover 75 is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Rover 75 got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Rover 75 version with automatic gearbox (Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 Automatic AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.4 seconds later (in 11.6 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.7 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 11.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 2 litres per 100 km or 20 % - 11.9 litres per 100 km.
Rover 75 1999

Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 technical data

Model: Rover 75 2.0 V6
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1999. September ... 2004. April 
Engine: 1991 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 232 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 6500 RPM Torque: 185 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.4 (combined) 13.5 (urban) 7.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.9 l/100km (23.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.75m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 432 litres
Trunk max capacity: 432 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2000 kg

Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 engine 20K4N

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1997 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 80 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 66.2 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 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
Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 6500 RPM
Torque 185 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2001 onwards.

Engine also used on Rover 45

All Rover 75 sedan [1999 - 2004] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Rover 75 1999 1.8

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 120 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Rover 75 1999 1.8 Automatic 1.8 Petrol 120 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Rover 75 2002 1.8 Turbo Oct 2002 — Apr 2004 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Rover 75 2002 1.8 Turbo Automatic Oct 2002 — Apr 2004 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Rover 75 1999 2.0 V6 Automatic 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 11.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Rover 75 1999 2.0 CDT

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 116 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Rover 75 1999 2.0 CDT Automatic 2.0 Diesel 116 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Rover 75 2003 2.0 CDTI Jan 2003 — Apr 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (131 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 131 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Rover 75 2003 2.0 CDTI Automatic Jan 2003 — Apr 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (131 HP)

2.0 Diesel 131 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Rover 75 1999 2.5 V6

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds

2.5 Petrol 177 HP 10.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Rover 75 1999 reviews
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