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Rover 2000-3500 Hatchback SD1 3500 Vitesse (193 Hp)
Overall Rating
Rover 2000-3500 Hatchback:
The Rover SD1 is an executive car which was manufactured by British Leyland from 1976 until 1986 and marketed under the Rover marque. Sold with a variety of names, the code name "SD1" refers to the "Specialist Division" of BL , with the "1" denoting it as the first product of their in-house design team. A large five-door hatchback with fastback styling, the SD1 has a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and was sold with various petrol engines, including the Rover V8, as well as a diesel engine....(Read more on Wikipedia)
SD1 Overview:
Rover 2000-3500 Hatchback (SD1). Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.3 s). The top speed reaches 211 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3500 Vitesse (193 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The flagship performance model, offering exhilarating acceleration and a fantastic V8 soundtrack. A true driver's car.
Fuel Economy
Thirsty, as expected from a performance V8 of this vintage. Fuel economy is a secondary concern.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and aerodynamic styling
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Powerful V8 engine options (especially Vitesse)
- • Smooth ride quality
Cons:
- • Variable build quality and reliability issues (especially electrical)
- • High fuel consumption for V8 models
- • Rust susceptibility
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(SD1: 1977 - 1982).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Rover |
| Model: | 2000-3500 Hatchback |
| Generation: | SD1 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3500 Vitesse (193 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 193 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 211 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.9 sec |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Rover 2000-3500 Hatchback rank in your book?