Rover 400 engines

The Rover 400 is a British compact family car from the Rover Group line. Produced in collaboration with Honda from 1990 to 2005 in the UK, Birmingham. In total, 3 generations of the model were released. The 1st generation of the car was based on Honda Domani / Civic. After 2000, the designation of the 400th series of the model was changed to 45th as a sign of independence of production – without the participation of third-party manufacturers. In general, the 400th has good dynamic performance.

Rover 200 second generation (1995-1999) From the Honda Rover 400 received the chassis and frame. Sedan Rover 400, in contrast to the related model, belongs to the class “D”. This is because the sedan received a longer body, a high level of equipment and, of course, a noble English appearance. The interior of the Rover 400 is very rich – velor, leather, woodgrain inserts and wood panels are used in the finish. The seats are soft and comfortable. All Rover 400 models are well equipped – power steering, ABS, air conditioning, an adjustable steering column, two airbags, power windows, heated mirrors and a power sunroof were available.

The range of Rover 400 engines includes several types of gasoline and diesel engines with good dynamics. All engines are very demanding on fuel quality. The 400 Series chassis is a balance of comfort and excellent handling thanks to the multi-link design and suspension settings that are softer than the Civic.

The Rover 400 was offered with 11 engines between 1990 and 1999 (8 petrol, 3 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.4 to 2.0 liters, power output from 75 to 200 hp. All of them use a timing belt. 4 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Peugeot XUD7TE (about 350,000 km).

Rover 400 engines by generation

EngineYearsVolumePowerFuelTimingOilLifespan
Rover 400 I (XW) 1990–1995
Honda D16A1990–19951.6 L R4110–130 hppetrolbelt3.6 L~300,000 km
Rover 20M4F1992–19952.0 L R4133–140 hppetrolbelt5.9 L~280,000 km
Rover 14K4F1992–19951.4 L R483–103 hppetrolbelt4.5 L~250,000 km
Rover 20T4G1993–19952.0 L R4180–200 hppetrol, turbobelt5.9 L~250,000 km
Rover 20T4H1993–19952.0 L R4136 hppetrolbelt5.9 L~300,000 km
Rover 400 II (RT) 1995–1999
Rover 20T2N1995–19992.0 L R498–113 hpdiesel, turbobelt4.9 L~250,000 km
Rover 20T2R1995–19992.0 L R486 hpdiesel, turbobelt4 L~270,000 km
Rover 16K4F1995–19991.6 L R4107–112 hppetrolbelt4.5 L~280,000 km
Rover 14K2F1995–19991.4 L R475 hppetrolbelt4.5 L~240,000 km
Rover 18K4F1997–19991.8 L R4115–135 hppetrolbelt4.5 L~300,000 km
Other Rover 400 engines generation not specified
Peugeot XUD7TE1987–19951.8 L R490–92 hpdiesel, turbobelt5 L~350,000 km

Rover 400 engine FAQ

What engines were used in the Rover 400?

Rover 400 I (XW) (1990–1995): Honda D16A, Rover 20M4F, Rover 14K4F, Rover 20T4G and Rover 20T4H; Rover 400 II (RT) (1995–1999): Rover 20T2N, Rover 20T2R, Rover 16K4F, Rover 14K2F and Rover 18K4F.

Which Rover 400 engine is the most durable?

By rated service life the most durable Rover 400 engines are: Peugeot XUD7TE — about 350,000 km; Honda D16A — about 300,000 km; Rover 18K4F — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.

How much oil does the Rover 400 engine take?

Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda D16A — 3.6 L (5W-30); Peugeot XUD7TE — 5 L (5W-40); Rover 14K2F — 4.5 L (5W-30); Rover 14K4F — 4.5 L (5W-30); Rover 16K4F — 4.5 L (5W-30); Rover 18K4F — 4.5 L (5W-30); Rover 20M4F — 5.9 L (5W-30); Rover 20T2N — 4.9 L (5W-40); Rover 20T2R — 4 L (5W-40); Rover 20T4G — 5.9 L (5W-30); Rover 20T4H — 5.9 L (5W-30).

Does the Rover 400 have a timing belt or chain?

Timing belt: Honda D16A, Peugeot XUD7TE, Rover 14K2F, Rover 14K4F, Rover 16K4F, Rover 18K4F, Rover 20M4F, Rover 20T2N, Rover 20T2R, Rover 20T4G and Rover 20T4H. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.

Was the Rover 400 available with a diesel engine?

Yes: Peugeot XUD7TE, Rover 20T2N and Rover 20T2R.

Engine details

Honda D16A

Honda D16A

1986–1995 · 1.6 L R4 · petrol · 110–130 hp · belt

The power units of this series are reliable, but prone to oil consumption after 150,000 km.

Rover 20M4F

Rover 20M4F

1986–1995 · 2.0 L R4 · petrol · 133–140 hp · belt

The first years of production, the engine had a bunch of flaws and caused a lot of trouble.

Peugeot XUD7TE

Peugeot XUD7TE

1987–1995 · 1.8 L R4 · diesel · 90–92 hp · belt

Many engine problems are related to the low location of the expansion tank.

Rover 14K4F

Rover 14K4F

1991–2005 · 1.4 L R4 · petrol · 83–103 hp · belt

All motors of the K line are afraid of overheating, it can break through the gasket and lead the cylinder head.

Rover 20T4G

Rover 20T4G

1991–1999 · 2.0 L R4 · petrol · 180–200 hp · belt

This turbo engine is very afraid of overheating and the cylinder head gasket breaks here regularly.

Rover 20T4H

Rover 20T4H

1991–1999 · 2.0 L R4 · petrol · 136 hp · belt

This is a very reliable motor structurally and its main problem is poor workmanship.

Rover 14K2F

Rover 14K2F

1994–1999 · 1.4 L R4 · petrol · 75 hp · belt

Engines of the K family easily overheat and the gasket breaks through them regularly.

Rover 20T2N

Rover 20T2N

1994–2005 · 2.0 L R4 · diesel · 98–113 hp · belt

This diesel is reliable, but there are problems with spare parts.

Rover 16K4F

Rover 16K4F

1995–2005 · 1.6 L R4 · petrol · 107–112 hp · belt

These motors are afraid of overheating, it can not only break through the gasket, but also lead the cylinder head.

Rover 18K4F

Rover 18K4F

1995–2006 · 1.8 L R4 · petrol · 115–135 hp · belt

Most of all, the unit is afraid of overheating, here it often breaks through the gasket and leads the cylinder head.

Rover 20T2R

Rover 20T2R

1995–2000 · 2.0 L R4 · diesel · 86 hp · belt

The problem with this diesel engine is not reliability, but its rarity and lack of spare parts.

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