1987-1999 800 OverviewRover 800 Overview (1987 - 1999)
1987 - 1999
Tech Specs Summary
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- 112 - 140 mph
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- 7.6 - 11.7 seconds
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- 99 - 178 hp
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- 22.6 - 36.7 mpg
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- 2,800 - 3,263 lbs
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- 15.7 - 15.9 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 15.7 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 15.7 - 49.6 ft3 (Hatchback)
The Rover 800 was produced by the British manufacturer Rover between 1987 - 1999. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, coupé or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 99 hp 2.5 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine to a 178 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 800 is the Rover 825 Coupé which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 173 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.77 lb/hp it has a top speed of 130 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Rover 820e/Se Fastback is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 522 miles and can store 49.6 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,417 lbs.