This 218 TD MT (88 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 | 6.6litre |
|---|---|
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 4.3litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 6.1litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55litre |
| Cruising range | from 830 to 1 280km |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Top speed | 171km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 11.8second |
| Displacement | 1769cm3 |
|---|---|
| Engine power | 88bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 4 300RPM |
| Maximum torque | 181Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 2500RPM |
| Engine type | Diesel |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Direct injection |
| Forced induction | Turbocharger |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 80mm |
| Stroke | 88mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Seats | 5 |
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| Length | 4220mm |
| Width | 1680mm |
| Height | 1390mm |
| Wheelbase | 2550mm |
| Front track | 1475mm |
| Rear track | 1470mm |
| Ground clearance | 150mm |
| Kerb weight | 1145kg |
| Gross weight | 1610kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 352litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 352litre |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Helical springs |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| City | 7.6 litres / 100km |
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| Highway | 4.9 litres / 100km |
| Average | 7 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.