From 1994 to 2005, the company produced the 2.0-liter diesel Rover 20T2N engine, which was fitted to the first generation Land Rover Freelander and models with indices 200, 400, and 600. European models of the sixth generation Honda Accord have the same power unit.
L-series engines: 20T2R and 20T2N.
Specifications
| Production years | 1994-2005 |
| Displacement, cc | 1994 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 98 – 113 |
| Torque output, Nm | 210 – 260 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 84.45 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 88.9 |
| Compression ratio | 19.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | Garrett GT1549S |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.9 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Rover 45 2000) — city — highway — combined |
7.1 4.3 5.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 159.7 |
The engine was installed on:
- Rover 200 III (RF) in 1995 – 1999;
- Rover 25 I (RF) in 1999 – 2005;
- Rover 400 II (RT) in 1995 – 1999;
- Rover 45 I (RT) in 1999 – 2005;
- Rover 600 I (RH) in 1994 – 1999;
- Rover Streetwise I (RF) in 2003 – 2005;
- MG ZR in 2001 – 2005;
- MG ZS in 2001 – 2005;
- Land Rover Freelander 1 (L314) in 1997 – 2001;
- Honda Accord 6 (CG) in 1999 – 2002.
Disadvantages of the Rover 20T2N engine
Although there are issues with spare parts, this diesel is dependable;
The Bosch VP37 electronically controlled high-pressure fuel pump malfunctions are the primary cause of the issues.
The turbine, which frequently transports oil 100,000 kilometers, comes in second.
Every 100,000 kilometers, the timing belt is replaced; if it breaks, the valves will bend. The unit’s weak points are the oil cooler tubes and short-lived supports.