This 216 MT GSi (112 hp) engine was fitted in the R8 Hatchback, which was produced by Rover from 1989 to 1995. In addition to this engine, 7 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 8litre |
|---|---|
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 5litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 7litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55litre |
| Cruising range | from 690 to 1 100km |
| Fuel | 98 RON |
| Top speed | 190km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 10second |
| Displacement | 1590cm3 |
|---|---|
| Engine power | 112bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 6 300RPM |
| Maximum torque | 145Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3000RPM |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore | 80mm |
| Stroke | 79mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Length | 4220mm |
| Width | 1680mm |
| Height | 1390mm |
| Wheelbase | 2550mm |
| Front track | 1475mm |
| Rear track | 1470mm |
| Ground clearance | 150mm |
| Kerb weight | 1080kg |
| Gross weight | 1580kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 352litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 352litre |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | The rod connecting the levers |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| City | 9.6 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 6 litres / 100km |
| Average | 8.4 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.