Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2005, 2006
The British carmaker TVR had a different way to build their vehicles, and their performances proved that they did it right.
TVR was not like vanilla or chocolate ice cream. It was more like a bar of chilly chocolate, and if you didn't like the spiciness, you'd better just walk away. It didn't have any assistance features such as ABS, ESP, or airbags. In 2005, TVR went under Russian management who wanted to improve the old Tuscan, and they did it, somehow.
For starters, there was a new front fascia with fewer holes for the lights. While the Tuscan's non-facelifted version featured four holes with lights inside for turn-signals, high and low beams, and stationary lamps, the 2005 model had one less. At least, the manufacturer installed a clear cover for them. To access the vehicle, there was a small switch under the door-mirror. In the back, the designers redesigned the taillights and moved them upper on the quarter panels. Previously, these were almost hidden on the lower part of the bumper. And if you can't see any fuel cap filler, that is because it was under the trunk lid, on the inside part of the quarter panel.
TVR fitted the interior with the minimum requirements for a supercar: sport-bucket seats, a radio, and a steering wheel. The AC was on the options list.
But the most impressive parts of a TVR were from its technical part, where the roadster tipped the scale to just 2547 lbs (1155 kg). Under the hood, the British car manufacturer installed a 4.0-liter engine offered in a few power options, ranging from 360 hp to 400 hp. There was only one transmission option, a 5-speed manual.
ENGINE SPECS - 4.0L 5MT (360 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 3996 cm3 |
Power: | 264.8 KW @ 7000 RPM 360 HP @ 7000 RPM 355 BHP @ 7000 RPM |
Torque: | 310 lb-ft @ 5250 RPM 420 Nm @ 5250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 190 mph (306 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 3.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/40 ZR18 // 245/40 ZR18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.7 in (4234 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 47.2 in (1199 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.9/59.1 in (1,445/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 93 in (2362 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4 in (102 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.7 cuFT (275 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2546.8 lbs (1155 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2821.9 lbs (1280 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.8 mpg US (19.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 15.7 mpg US (15 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 13.4 mpg US (17.6 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.0L 5MT (380 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 3996 cm3 |
Power: | 279.5 KW @ 7000 RPM 380 HP @ 7000 RPM 375 BHP @ 7000 RPM |
Torque: | 310 lb-ft @ 5250 RPM 420 Nm @ 5250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 190 mph (306 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 3.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/40 ZR18 // 245/40 ZR18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.7 in (4234 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 47.2 in (1199 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.9/59.1 in (1,445/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 93 in (2362 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4 in (102 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.7 cuFT (275 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2546.8 lbs (1155 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2821.9 lbs (1280 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.8 mpg US (19.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 15.7 mpg US (15 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 13.4 mpg US (17.6 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.0L 5MT (394 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 3996 cm3 |
Power: | 290 KW @ 7000 RPM 394 HP @ 7000 RPM 389 BHP @ 7000 RPM |
Torque: | 333 lb-ft @ 5250 RPM 451 Nm @ 5250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 190 mph (306 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 3.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/40 ZR18 // 245/40 ZR18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.7 in (4234 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 47.2 in (1199 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.9/59.1 in (1,445/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 93 in (2362 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4 in (102 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.7 cuFT (275 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2546.8 lbs (1155 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2821.9 lbs (1280 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.8 mpg US (19.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 15.7 mpg US (15 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 13.4 mpg US (17.6 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.0L 5MT (400 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 3996 cm3 |
Power: | 294.2 KW @ 7000 RPM 400 HP @ 7000 RPM 395 BHP @ 7000 RPM |
Torque: | 315 lb-ft @ 5250 RPM 427 Nm @ 5250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 190 mph (306 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 3.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/40 ZR18 // 245/40 ZR18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 166.7 in (4234 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 47.2 in (1199 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.9/59.1 in (1,445/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 93 in (2362 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4 in (102 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.7 cuFT (275 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2546.8 lbs (1155 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2821.9 lbs (1280 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.8 mpg US (19.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 15.7 mpg US (15 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 13.4 mpg US (17.6 L/100Km) |