Land Rover Discovery 1990 2.5 diesel description
Crossover / SUV Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi has been produced from April, 1994 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 thousand 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 automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 20.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 145 km/h.
Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Land Rover Discovery 1990 - 1998 versions, city fuel economy - 13 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 89 litres or 23.51 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
Land Rover Discovery 1990 300 Tdi technical data
| Model: | Land Rover Discovery 300 Tdi | ||
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| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 1994. April ... 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: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 145 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 20.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.9 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 8.1 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 89 litres (23.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.48m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.91m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
| 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 |
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| 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 |
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 1997 onwards. |
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| 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) |