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TVR Sagaris 4.0 i V8 (400 Hp)
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TVR Sagaris:
The TVR Sagaris is a sports car designed and built by the British company TVR from 2005 to 2006, in their factory in Blackpool, Lancashire.
The Sagaris made its debut at the MPH03 Auto Show in 2003. The pre-production model was then shown at the 2004 Birmingham Motor Show. In 2005, the production model was released for public sale at TVR dealerships around the world. Based on the TVR T350, the Sagaris was designed with endurance racing in mind. The multitude of air vents, intake openings, and other features on the bodywork allow the car to be driven for extended periods of time on race tracks with no modifications required for cooling and ventilation. The final production model came with several variations from the pre-production show models, e. g. the vents on the wings are not cut out, different wing mirrors, location of the fuel filler, and bonnet hinges....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sagaris Overview:
TVR Sagaris (Sagaris). With 451 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1215 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.9 s). The top speed reaches 300 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The TVR Sagaris, a low-volume, hand-built sports car, was never subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing. Its design prioritizes performance and driver engagement over modern passive safety features, lacking airbags and advanced driver-assistance systems common in mass-produced vehicles.
4.0 i V8 (400 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.0L V8 engine delivers explosive performance, propelling the lightweight Sagaris from 0-100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds. Its naturally aspirated nature ensures immediate throttle response and a thrilling, high-revving power delivery, characteristic of TVR's raw philosophy.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is not a priority for the Sagaris. The powerful 4.0L V8, combined with its performance-oriented tuning, results in high fuel consumption, making it an expensive car to run for daily driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exhilarating, raw driving experience
- • Stunning and unique aggressive styling
- • Blistering acceleration and top speed
- • Lightweight and agile handling
- • Exclusivity and collector appeal
Cons:
- • Questionable reliability and high maintenance costs
- • Lack of modern safety features (no airbags, ABS only)
- • Impractical for daily use (poor visibility, stiff ride)
- • High fuel consumption
- • Challenging to drive at the limit without electronic aids
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | TVR |
| Model: | Sagaris |
| Generation: | Sagaris |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 i V8 (400 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 400 Hp @ 7000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 100.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 451 Nm @ 5250 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3966 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 300 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3 kg/Hp, 329.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 371.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1215 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4035 mm mm |
| Width: | 1895 mm mm |
| Height: | 1135 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 225/35 R18 |
| Front suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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