What is the Rover 75?
The Rover 75 is a large executive car offered as a saloon and estate. It sat near the top of Rover’s range, with a formal design and a spacious cabin. Developed while BMW owned Rover, it was the first Rover model wholly developed under BMW ownership.
The R40 generation is listed from 2001 to 2005, while the UK VCA range covers the model from 2001 to 2006. The estate joined the range after BMW sold Rover, and production later continued under MG Rover.
Engines and power
The UK VCA range covers 51 versions from 2001 to 2006. It includes petrol, diesel and LPG engines from 1.8 to 2.5 litres, with listed power from 85 kW (116 PS) to 96 kW (131 PS).
Fuel consumption and emissions
The lowest UK VCA consumption figure is 5.6 L/100 km on the NEDC test. European ratings can differ between NEDC and WLTP procedures. The US EPA and Canadian 5-cycle tests use their own methods, so ratings from those markets are not directly comparable.
Where was the Rover 75 sold?
The UK VCA figures cover the United Kingdom. The Rover 75 began under Rover Group and continued under MG Rover after BMW sold Rover. Its saloon and estate bodies gave the range two distinct shapes while retaining the same formal character.
Questions and answers
What body styles did the Rover 75 have?
It was offered as a saloon and an estate.
What was the Rover 75 generation called?
The generation is known as R40 and is listed from 2001 to 2005.
What is the lowest UK consumption figure for the Rover 75?
It is 5.6 L/100 km on the NEDC test.
Which fuels appear in the UK Rover 75 range?
The VCA range includes petrol, diesel and LPG versions.