Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 diesel description
Crossover / SUV Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 DSE has been produced from December, 1995 to March, 2002. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 2300 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and Mitsubishi TD0411G4 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8.7 litres.
Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 DSE has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 DSE accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 17.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 162 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 DSE in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11.4 litres per 100km (8.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Land Rover Range Rover 1994 - 2002 versions, fuel consumption in city - 14.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Land Rover real everyday fuel consumption is 11.9 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Land Rover Range Rover fuel consumption.

Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 DSE technical data
Model: | Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 DSE | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 1995. December ... 2002. March | ||
Engine: | 2497 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 136 HP ON 4400 RPM | Torque: | 270 NM ON 2300 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 162 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 17.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.4 (combined) 14.5 (urban) 9.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.9 l/100km (19.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres (23.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.71m (length) 1.89m (width) 1.82m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 3500 kg |
Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 DSE engine 256T
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 2497 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 82.8 mm |
Compression ratio | 22 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Precombustion chamber |
Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 DSE oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 8.7 litres (9.2 quarts) |
Power | 136 HP ON 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 NM ON 2300 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1994 |
Duration of production | 8 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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All Land Rover Range Rover crossover [1994 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Land Rover Range Rover 1994 2.5 DSE 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 136 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Land Rover Range Rover 1995 2.5 DSE 4x4 Dec 1995 — Mar 2002 | 2.5 Diesel | 136 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Land Rover Range Rover 1998 4.0 4x4
Oct 1998 — Mar 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 15.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Land Rover Range Rover 1994 4.0 4x4 Oct 1994 — Oct 1998 | 4.0 Petrol | 190 HP | 16.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Land Rover Range Rover 1994 4.0 4x4 Oct 1994 — Oct 1998 | 4.0 Petrol | 190 HP | 15.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Land Rover Range Rover 1998 4.6 4x4 Oct 1998 — Mar 2002 | 4.6 Petrol | 218 HP | 16.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Land Rover Range Rover 1994 4.6 4x4
Oct 1994 — Oct 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds |
4.6 Petrol | 226 HP | 16.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |