Rover 600 Series

Rover 620 ti

The Rover 600 series four-door sedans was made that brought out the MG Rover Group in the spring of 1993, and was, like other Rover models from this time, the result of collaboration with Honda. The body was based on the contemporary Honda Accord 5th generation, and even the 1.8 liter SOHC, 2.0 liter SOHC and 2.3 liter DOHC four -cylinder petrol engines come from Honda. However, genuine Rover engines were the 2.0 liter turbo diesel and the 2.0-liter DOHC 16V turbocharged engine of the T- Series, who already had a reputation through the use of the 220 ​​Coupe Rover.

In 1995, the Rover 620 ti out as a top model in the series; with its Garrett turbocharger and intercooler was his performance 147 kW ( 200 hp ) and helped the 600 to a top speed of over 230 km / h and an acceleration of about 7.3 s for 0-100 km / h

Inside the 600 there were wood and chrome trim and other luxurious amenities available, but has been criticized the lack of legroom in the rear.

The interior was also derived from the Japanese Honda Accord. The only difference was the price offered passenger airbag for models from 1996 onwards.

The system developed by Honda chassis was comfortable, but not sporty. Only the 620ti had standard sports suspension. The selling prices were located in a very competitive area and significantly lower than that of competing models such as the BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes -Benz C-Class.

Production of the Rover 600 was discontinued in the spring of 1999. Successor was the Rover 75 in a retro look, which also replaced the larger Rover 800 series.

Available engines

The curb weight of the vehicles was with petrol engine from 1255 to 1335 kg, and with a diesel engine from 1310 to 1380 kg.