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TVR Chimaera Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1992–2003) — First Generation

The first-generation TVR Chimaera is a hand-built British roadster that pairs a lightweight fibreglass body with a large V8 up front, offering open-top driving with genuinely serious performance and an unmistakable exhaust note.

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TVR Chimaera Engines and Transmissions

Every TVR Chimaera engine here is a naturally aspirated petrol V8, seen in examples such as the 4.0 MT, 4.3 MT and 4.6 MT. All drive the rear wheels through a manual gearbox, so larger capacity mainly buys stronger mid-range pull rather than a different driving character.

Roadster — TVR Chimaera Engines and Transmissions

Roadster TVR Chimaera Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
4.0 MTGasoline3950 cm³240 hp176 kW374 N⋅mManualRWD
4.3 MTGasoline4275 cm³280 hp206 kW398 N⋅mManualRWD
4.6 MTGasoline4546 cm³288 hp212 kW407 N⋅mManualRWD
5.0 MTGasoline4997 cm³326 hp240 kW475 N⋅mManualRWD
5.0 MTGasoline4997 cm³340 hp250 kW481 N⋅mManualRWD

TVR Chimaera Dimensions

Roadster — TVR Chimaera Dimensions

Roadster TVR Chimaera Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
4.0 MT3965 mm1730 mm1223 mm2282 mm1060 kg1280 kgNot provided
4.3 MT3965 mm1730 mm1223 mm2282 mm1060 kg1300 kg125 mm
4.6 MT3965 mm1730 mm1223 mm2282 mm1060 kg1280 kg125 mm
5.0 MT3965 mm1730 mm1223 mm2282 mmNot providedNot provided125 mm
5.0 MT3965 mm1730 mm1223 mm2282 mm1060 kg1280 kg125 mm

TVR Chimaera Cargo Space

Roadster — TVR Chimaera Cargo Space

Roadster TVR Chimaera Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
4.0 MT310 l
4.3 MT310 l
4.6 MT310 l
5.0 MT310 l
5.0 MT310 l