The 1.6-liter gasoline engine Rover 16K4F was produced by the company from 1995 to 2005 and was installed on the concern’s models with indexes 200 and 400, as well as similar 25 and 45. This unit can be found under the hood of the popular MG ZS and TF cars in the UK.
Engines of K-series: 11K4F, 14K2F, 14K4F, 16K4F, 18K4F, 18K4K, 18K4G.
Specifications
| Production years | 1995-2005 |
| Displacement, cc | 1589 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 107 – 112 |
| Torque output, Nm | 138 – 145 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 80 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 79 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Rover 416 Si 1998) — city — highway — combined |
9.2 5.6 6.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~280 000 |
| Weight, kg | 107 |
The engine was installed on:
- Rover 200 III (RF) in 1995 – 1999;
- Rover 25 I (RF) in 1999 – 2005;
- Rover 400 II (RT) in 1995 – 1999;
- Rover 45 I (RT) in 1999 – 2004;
- Rover Streetwise I (RF) in 2003 – 2005;
- MG ZS in 2001 – 2005;
- MG F in 1999 – 2002;
- MG TF in 2002 – 2005.
Disadvantages of the Rover 16K4F engine
- These motors are afraid of overheating, it can not only break through the gasket, but also lead the cylinder head;
- Also, a lot of trouble here throws up a proprietary MEMS fuel injection system;
- Every 100,000 km, the timing belt needs to be replaced, or if it breaks, the valves will bend;
- Regular oil leaks occur at the camshaft seals or valve cover.
