Engines1982–1986

What engines does the Rover SD1 (1982-1986) come with?

The Rover SD1 (1982-1986) was offered with 7 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

EnginePowerTorqueTransmissionDriveTop speed0-100 km/hConsumptionAvailable on
3.5L Petrol158 hp268 NmManualRear Wheel Drive219 km/h7.7 s10.4 l/100km2 trims
3.5L Petrol158 hp268 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive198 km/h9.9 s11.7 l/100km1 trim
2.6L Petrol120 hp182 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive182 km/h12.6 s10.3 l/100km2 trims
2.6L Petrol120 hp182 NmManualRear Wheel Drive187 km/h11.0 s9.7 l/100km2 trims
2.4L Petrol120 hp182 NmManualRear Wheel Drive180 km/h11.9 s9.5 l/100km1 trim
2.0L Petrol101 hp163 NmManualRear Wheel Drive167 km/h13.6 s8.6 l/100km1 trim
2.4L Diesel90 hp196 NmManualRear Wheel Drive164 km/h16.1 s8.0 l/100km1 trim
How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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