This 4.5 MT (426 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Coupe, which was produced by TVR from 1996 to 2000. In addition to this engine, 2 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.
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Seats | 4 |
| Length | 4280mm |
| Width | 1860mm |
| Height | 1220mm |
| Wheelbase | 2565mm |
| Front track | 1465mm |
| Rear track | 1470mm |
| Ground clearance | 130mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 390litre |
| Kerb weight | 1100kg |
| Max. boot capacity | 390litre |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4475cm3 |
| Engine power | 426bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 6 750RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore | 91mm |
| Stroke | 86mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Maximum torque | 515Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 5500RPM |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 314km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 3.9second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 20litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 12litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 15litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 65litre |
| Cruising range | from 330 to 540km |
| Front suspension | Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Strut |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Rear-wheel drive |
| City | 24 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 14.4 litres / 100km |
| Average | 18 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.