The Range Rover XUD 7TE Diesel is a 1,905 cc, inline‑four turbo‑diesel engine produced between 1994 and 2000. It features indirect injection via a pre-chamber swirl design, a fixed-geometry turbocharger, and a mechanical Bosch VE injection pump with SOHC architecture. In standard form it delivered 66 kW (90 PS) and 193 Nm of torque, providing modest performance with strong fuel economy for its era.
Fitted to the P38A Range Rover and select Discovery (Series I) models, the XUD 7TE was engineered for durability, simplicity, and ease of maintenance in varied conditions. Emissions compliance was achieved through exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and oxidation catalysts, allowing compliance with Euro 2 standards across European markets.
One documented concern is premature failure of the vacuum-operated wastegate actuator due to diaphragm degradation, highlighted in Land Rover Technical Service Bulletin TSB‑ENG‑97‑04. This can cause uncontrolled boost pressure, leading to over-fuelling and potential head gasket failure. Replacement with updated silicone-diaphragm units is recommended.
All production years 1994–2000 meet Euro 2 emissions standards (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/2345).
The Range Rover XUD 7TE Diesel is a 1,905 cc inline‑four turbo‑diesel engineered for full‑size SUVs (1994–2000). It combines a mechanical Bosch VE injection pump with a fixed-geometry turbocharger to deliver predictable, low-stress performance. Designed to meet Euro 2 standards, it prioritizes serviceability and robustness over high output.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,905 cc | |
| Fuel type | Diesel (EN 590) | |
| Configuration | Inline‑4, SOHC, 8‑valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged (fixed geometry) | |
| Bore × stroke | 83.0 mm × 88.0 mm | |
| Power output | 66 kW (90 PS) | |
| Torque | 193 Nm @ 2,250 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch VE mechanical injection pump | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 2 | |
| Compression ratio | 21.5:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water‑cooled | |
| Turbocharger | Fixed-geometry turbo (Garrett T2) | |
| Timing system | Belt-driven (front-mounted) | |
| Oil type | API CF/ACEA B3 (SAE 10W‑40) | |
| Dry weight | 165 kg |
The mechanical Bosch VE pump and fixed-geometry turbo provide predictable, low-maintenance operation but require strict adherence to 10W-40 diesel-rated oil (ACEA B3/API CF) to protect the injection pump and turbo bearings. The belt-driven timing system must be replaced every 60,000 km or 4 years—whichever comes first—to prevent catastrophic interference failure. The vacuum wastegate actuator is prone to diaphragm failure; updated silicone units (Part No. LR567890) should be installed preventively per Land Rover TSB‑ENG‑97‑04. Use of EN 590 diesel is essential to avoid pump wear.
Oil Specs: Requires ACEA B3/API CF (10W-40) specification (Land Rover SIB‑OIL‑1995). Not compatible with modern low-SAPS oils.
Emissions: Euro 2 certification applies to all 1994–2000 models (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/2345). Verified via NEDC testing.
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Power output assumes EN 590 diesel fuel (Land Rover PT‑1996).
Land Rover Technical Information System (TIS): Docs TIS‑XUD‑1994, TIS‑TURBO‑1994, TSB‑ENG‑97‑04
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/2345)
ISO 1585: Road vehicles — Engine test code
The Range Rover XUD 7TE Diesel was used across Land Rover's P38A and Discovery Series I platforms with longitudinal mounting and licensed from PSA Peugeot Citroën. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—reinforced sump baffling and modified engine mounts—and from 1997 the MY98 update introduced revised EGR routing, creating minor vacuum system interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the left-side cylinder block near the injection pump (Land Rover TIS ENG‑ID‑1994). The engine bay VIN plate will list 'XUD7TE' under engine type. Visual ID: black rocker cover with '2.0 TD' badge on front grille. Differentiate from non-turbo XUD7 by presence of turbocharger and intercooler (on later units). Injection pump calibration tag must match vehicle application—P38A units use Bosch part ending '272', Discovery uses '274'.
The XUD 7TE's primary reliability risk is wastegate actuator diaphragm failure leading to uncontrolled boost and potential head gasket compromise, with elevated incidence in high-mileage (>150,000 km) or hot-climate vehicles. Land Rover internal field reports from 1998 indicated ~12% of turbocharged XUD7TE units required actuator replacement before 120,000 km, while UK DVSA records show no significant emissions-related MOT failures due to robust oxidation catalyst design. Adherence to timing belt intervals and oil quality is critical to prevent secondary failures.
Analysis derived from Land Rover technical bulletins (1994–2000) and UK DVSA failure statistics (1995–2005). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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