This 4.0 MT (240 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Cabriolet, which was produced by TVR from 1988 to 1996. In addition to this engine, 1 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 | Cabriolet |
|---|---|
| Seats | 2 |
| Length | 3958mm |
| Width | 1665mm |
| Height | 1223mm |
| Wheelbase | 2387mm |
| Front track | 1450mm |
| Rear track | 1480mm |
| Ground clearance | 140mm |
| Kerb weight | 1060kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 225litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 225litre |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 17litre |
|---|---|
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 10litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 54litre |
| Cruising range | from 320 to 540km |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
| Top speed | 235km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 5.2second |
| Displacement | 3950cm3 |
|---|---|
| Engine power | 240bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 5 250RPM |
| Maximum torque | 366Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3500RPM |
| Engine type | Hybrid |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 94mm |
| Stroke | 71.1mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Rear-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 9m |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Helical springs |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| City | 22.1 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 13 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.