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Reliant Scimitar GTE

General information

ModelReliant Scimitar GTE
Year1978
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating61.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Transmission3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power137.00 PS (101 kW or 135 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque236.00 Nm (24.1 kgf-m or 174.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke93.7 x 72.4 mm (3.7 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1083 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4490 litres (1,186 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1265 kg (2,788.8 pounds)
Overall length4450 mm (175.2 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
Fuel capacity27.0 litres (7.13 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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