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Rover 45 Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1999–2005) — First Generation

The Rover 45 First Generation offers a refined choice of compact Sedan and Hatchback 5-door bodies, blending British character with everyday practicality.

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Rover 45 Engines and Transmissions

The Rover 45 engine range balances efficiency and smoothness. A 1.4-litre petrol with a manual gearbox suits urban driving, while the 2.0-litre automatic provides relaxed motorway cruising. For seamless acceleration, the 1.8-litre CVT offers a continuously variable transmission that keeps the engine in its ideal rev range, enhancing comfort and response.

Sedan — Rover 45 Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Rover 45 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.4 MTGasoline1396 cm³103 hp76 kW123 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1588 cm³109 hp80 kW138 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 MTGasoline1796 cm³117 hp86 kW160 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1997 cm³150 hp110 kW185 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1994 cm³101 hp74 kW240 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1994 cm³113 hp83 kW260 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 CVTGasoline1796 cm³117 hp86 kW160 N⋅mVariableFWD

Hatchback 5-door — Rover 45 Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 5-door Rover 45 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.4 MTGasoline1396 cm³103 hp76 kW123 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1588 cm³109 hp80 kW138 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 MTGasoline1796 cm³117 hp86 kW160 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 CVTGasoline1796 cm³117 hp86 kW160 N⋅mVariableFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1997 cm³150 hp110 kW185 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1994 cm³101 hp74 kW240 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1994 cm³113 hp83 kW260 N⋅mManualFWD

Rover 45 Dimensions

Sedan — Rover 45 Dimensions

Sedan Rover 45 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.4 MT4540 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1180 kg1640 kg150 mm
1.6 MT4540 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1120 kg1660 kg150 mm
1.8 MT4540 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1150 kg1695 kg150 mm
2.0 AT4540 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1340 kg1720 kg150 mm
2.0 MT4540 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1225 kg1770 kg150 mm
2.0 MT4540 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1225 kg1770 kg150 mm
1.8 CVT4540 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1230 kg1640 kg150 mm

Hatchback 5-door — Rover 45 Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door Rover 45 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.4 MT4386 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1105 kg1640 kg150 mm
1.6 MT4386 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1125 kg1660 kg150 mm
1.8 MT4386 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1155 kg1695 kg150 mm
1.8 CVT4386 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mmNot provided1640 kg150 mm
2.0 AT4386 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1340 kg1720 kg150 mm
2.0 MT4386 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1230 kg1770 kg150 mm
2.0 MT4386 mm1678 mm1386 mm2620 mm1230 kg1770 kg150 mm

Rover 45 Cargo Space

Sedan — Rover 45 Cargo Space

Sedan Rover 45 Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.4 MT470 l930 l
1.6 MT470 l930 l
1.8 MT470 l930 l
2.0 AT470 l930 l
2.0 MT470 l930 l
2.0 MT470 l930 l
1.8 CVT470 l930 l

Hatchback 5-door — Rover 45 Cargo Space

Hatchback 5-door Rover 45 Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.4 MT370 l920 l
1.6 MT370 l920 l
1.8 MT370 l920 l
1.8 CVT370 l920 l
2.0 AT370 l920 l
2.0 MT370 l920 l
2.0 MT370 l920 l