What is the Sterling 827?
The Sterling 827 was part of the Rover 800 family, developed jointly by Rover and Honda. Sold in the United States under the Sterling name, it paired British styling with engineering shaped by the Rover–Honda partnership.
The 827 was the larger-engined version of the range, with a 2.7-litre petrol engine. In the Rover 800 family, the fastback body joined the saloon during the first generation.
Generations and engines
The Sterling 827 belongs to the first generation, listed for 1988–1991. Its US-market engine was a 2.7-litre petrol unit.
How economical is the Sterling 827?
For the United States, the EPA lists the Sterling 827 for 1988–1991, with a best combined rating of 19 MPG. That is equivalent to 12.4 L/100 km. EPA tests use a different procedure from the WLTP and NEDC tests used in Europe and Canada’s five-cycle ratings.
Where was the Sterling 827 sold?
The 827 was sold in the United States as part of Rover’s North American Sterling range. Related Rover 800 models were sold under the Rover name in other markets.
Questions and answers
What engine does the Sterling 827 have?
It has a 2.7-litre petrol engine.
What is the Sterling 827’s EPA fuel economy?
Its best combined EPA rating is 19 MPG, equivalent to 12.4 L/100 km.
Which generation is the Sterling 827?
It is a first-generation model, listed for 1988–1991.