Metrocab Taxi Series I 2.5 D (75 Hp)
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Metrocab Taxi:
The MCW Metrocab is a taxicab that was manufactured between 1987 and 2000 and as the Metrocab TTT from 2000 to 2006. It was designed and originally produced by the British vehicle manufacturing company Metro Cammell Weymann , with ownership passing to Reliant in 1989, Hooper in 1991 and finally Kamkorp in 2000.
Weymann's Ltd and then Metro-Cammell-Weymann had built the Beardmore Mk 7 taxi until 1966, it was not a surprise that they sought to replace it with their own design, rather more that it took them so long to get a replacement into production....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Series I Overview:
Metrocab Taxi (Series I). With 168 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). With a weight of 1765 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 125 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.
Performance Verdict
This naturally aspirated 2.5L diesel engine provides very modest performance, with 75 Hp and 168 Nm of torque. Acceleration is slow, and the top speed of 125 km/h reflects its utilitarian nature, prioritizing durability over speed for urban taxi duties.
Fuel Economy
With urban consumption at 10 l/100 km and extra-urban at 8 l/100 km, the 2.5 D offers reasonable fuel economy for a 1.7-tonne diesel taxi from its era. It's acceptable for a workhorse, though not exceptional by modern standards.
Best Use Case:
City / Urban Taxi Operations
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional maneuverability (8.5m turning circle)
- • Robust and durable construction for taxi duties
- • Spacious interior for passengers and luggage
- • Reliable diesel engine for longevity
- • Relatively good fuel economy for its era and size
Cons:
- • Very modest performance and acceleration
- • Basic comfort and refinement levels
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • High emissions compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Simple, utilitarian interior design
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Metrocab |
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| Model: | Taxi |
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| Generation: | Series I |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 D (75 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1991 |
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| End of production: | 2000 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 30 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 168 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 2496 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 93.7 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 90.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 20.6:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
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| Maximum speed: | 125 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 23.5 kg/Hp, 42.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.5 kg/Nm, 95.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1765 |
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| Max. weight: | 2220 |
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| Max load: | 455 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4505 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1760 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1750 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1420 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 8.5 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Tires size | 175/80 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 5J x 16 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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Behind the wheel of the Metrocab Taxi. How does it handle on the road?