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Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 155
0-62 mph (seconds): 6.5

Urban mpg: 16.3
Extra urban mpg: 36.4
Combined mpg: 25.3
CO2 (g/km): 264


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4961
Height (mm): 1460
Width (mm): 1877
Wheelbase (mm): 2909
Front track (mm): 1559
Rear track (mm): 1605
Cargo volume (litres): 500
Gross weight (kg): 2270
Kerb weight (kg): 1749
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 1850
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 69


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Naturally aspirated V8 petrol engine mounted longitudinally in front.

Management: Emissions controlled to Euro IV/ULEVII/TIER II BIN 5

Cubic capacity (cc): 4196
Compression ratio: 11.00:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 86.00 x 90.30
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder.
Max. power (bhp): 294 at 6000 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 303 at 4100 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed ZF automatic. Rear-wheel drive.

Gear ratios:
1st: 4.17:1
2nd: 2.30:1
3rd: 1.52:1
4th: 1.14:1
5th: 0.87:1
6th: 0.69:1
Reverse: 3.40:1
Final drive ratio: 3.31:1


 
Chassis & running gear

Steering: Speed-sensitive power assisted rack-and-pinion steering.

Turning circle diameter (m): 11.48

Brakes: Ventilated 326 x 20mm discs all-round. ABS with EBD.

Wheels: 17-inch 'Libra' or 18-inch 'Cygnus' alloys depending on spec.








 

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