Rover 45 1999 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Rover 45 1999 1.8 has been produced from December, 1999 to May, 2004. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 117 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 2750 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, 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 270 up to 450 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 45 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Rover 45 1999 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Rover 45 1999 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 193 km/h.
Rover 45 1999 1.8 fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.7 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 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Rover is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Rover 45 fuel consumption.
Rover 45 1999 1.8 technical data
| Model: | Rover 45 1.8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1999. December ... 2004. May | ||
| Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 172 g/km |
| Power: | 117 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 160 NM ON 2750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 193 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 (combined) 9.5 (urban) 5.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km (33.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.36m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.39m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 380 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 717 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1640 kg | ||
Rover 45 1999 1.8 engine 18K4F
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 | 1796 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 89.3 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 45 1999 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
| Power | 115 - 135 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 - 165 NM ON 2750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1995 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Rover 75 Rover 25 |
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 45 hatchback [1999 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rover 45 1999 1.4 Dec 1999 — Nov 2000 | 1.4 Petrol | 103 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Rover 45 1999 1.6
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 108 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Rover 45 1999 1.8
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 117 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Rover 45 1999 1.8 Automatic | 1.8 Petrol | 117 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic |
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Rover 45 2002 2.0 V6
Jun 2002 — Mai 2004 Most powerfull petrol version (150 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic |
| Rover 45 1999 2.0 IDT 100 Hp | 2.0 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Rover 45 2004 2.0 IDT 113 Hp
Jan 2004 — Mai 2004 Most powerfull diesel version (113 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 113 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |