Rover 75 1999 2.5 petrol description
Sedan Rover 75 1999 2.5 V6 has been produced from September, 1999 to April, 2004. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 177 horsepower on 6500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Rover 75 1999 - 2004 version and torque 240 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Rover 75 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
Rover 75 1999 2.5 V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Rover 75 1999 2.5 V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Rover 75 1999 2.5 V6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.5 litres per 100km (9.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 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 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.
Rover 75 1999 2.5 V6 technical data
| Model: | Rover 75 2.5 V6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1999. September ... 2004. April | ||
| Engine: | 2497 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 249 g/km |
| Power: | 177 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 240 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.5 (combined) 15.5 (urban) 7.5 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.7 l/100km (22 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 2.5 V6 engine 25K4N
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.8 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 2.5 V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Power | 150 - 190 HP ON 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 - 245 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1996 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | Land Rover Freelander Kia Carnival Rover 400 |
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. |
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) |
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) |