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Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 155
0-62 mph (seconds): 5.4

Urban mpg: 15.1
Extra urban mpg: 31.0
Combined mpg: 22.4
CO2 (g/km): 299


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4961
Height (mm): 1460
Width (mm): 1877
Wheelbase (mm): 2909
Front track (mm): 1559
Rear track (mm): 1571
Cargo volume (litres): 500
Gross weight (kg): 2330
Kerb weight (kg): 1842
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 69


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Supercharged V8 petrol engine mounted longitudinally in front.

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

Cubic capacity (cc): 4196
Compression ratio: 9.10:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 86.00 x 90.30
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder.
Max. power (bhp): 410 at 6250 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 413 at 4000 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: 3.07:1


 
Chassis & running gear

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

Turning circle diameter (m): 11.48

Brakes: Ventilated discs all-round. Front: 355 x 32mm. Rear: 326 x 20mm. ABS with EBD.

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








 

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