Rover 416i
Rover 400 1996 1.6 petrol description
Sedan Rover 416i has been produced from April, 1996 to December, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 112 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 145 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 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 Rover 400 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Rover 416i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Rover 416i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Rover 416i fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100km (14.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Rover real everyday fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100 km, which is 11% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Rover 400 fuel consumption.

Rover 416i technical data
Model: | Rover 416i | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1996. April ... 1999. December | ||
Engine: | 1588 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 170 g/km |
Power: | 112 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 145 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 (combined) 9.9 (urban) 5.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.49m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.39m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.3 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 470 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 810 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1640 kg |
Rover 416i engine 16K4F
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 | 1589 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 79 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 416i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
Power | 107 - 112 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 - 145 NM ON 3000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 10 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 1998 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Rover 25 Rover 200 Rover 45 |
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 Rover 400 sedan [1996 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Rover 414i
Jan 1998 — Jan 1999 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 103 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Rover 416i Apr 1996 — Dec 1999 | 1.6 Petrol | 112 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Rover 416i Jan 1998 — Dec 1999 | 1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Rover 420i Apr 1996 — Dec 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Rover 420 D Apr 1996 — Jan 1999 | 2.0 Diesel | 86 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Rover 420 Di
Jan 1997 — Dec 1999 Most powerfull diesel version (105 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Rover 400 1998 2.5 425 i
Jan 1998 — Dec 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 175 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |