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LDV Convoy

LDV Convoy — van, 2.5 L Peugeot EN55 I4 (diesel); 2.5 L Peugeot ET70 I4 (turbodiesel); 2.5 L York I4 (diesel); 2.5 L York I4 (turbodiesel); 2.4 L Duratorq I4 (turbodiesel); 2.0 L Ford 8-valve I4 (LPG); 3.5 L Rover V8 (petrol, ambulance). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine2.5 L Peugeot EN55 I4 (diesel); 2.5 L Peugeot ET70 I4 (turbodiesel); 2.5 L York I4 (diesel); 2.5 L York I4 (turbodiesel); 2.4 L Duratorq I4 (turbodiesel); 2.0 L Ford 8-valve I4 (LPG); 3.5 L Rover V8 (petrol, ambulance)

Transmission5-speed MT75 manual4-speed automatic

About the LDV Convoy

LDV Convoy is a Van in the light commercial vehicle (m) class. The available vehicle data lists 2.5 L Peugeot EN55 I4 (diesel); 2.5 L Peugeot ET70 I4 (turbodiesel); 2.5 L York I4 (diesel); 2.5 L York I4 (turbodiesel); 2.4 L Duratorq I4 (turbodiesel); 2.0 L Ford 8-valve I4 (LPG); 3.5 L Rover V8 (petrol, ambulance) as an engine configuration, paired with 5-speed MT75 manual4-speed automatic and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This LDV Convoy guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 2.5 L Peugeot EN55 I4 (diesel); 2.5 L Peugeot ET70 I4 (turbodiesel); 2.5 L York I4 (diesel); 2.5 L York I4 (turbodiesel); 2.4 L Duratorq I4 (turbodiesel); 2.0 L Ford 8-valve I4 (LPG); 3.5 L Rover V8 (petrol, ambulance) and 5-speed MT75 manual4-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

LDV Convoy specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	LDV
Model	Convoy
Model years	Not specified
Body style	Van
Vehicle class	Light commercial vehicle (M)
Manufacturer	British Leyland, LDV Limited
Production	1984–2006
Market / country	NL, NZ, UA

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the LDV Convoy includes 2.5 L Peugeot EN55 I4 (diesel); 2.5 L Peugeot ET70 I4 (turbodiesel); 2.5 L York I4 (diesel); 2.5 L York I4 (turbodiesel); 2.4 L Duratorq I4 (turbodiesel); 2.0 L Ford 8-valve I4 (LPG); 3.5 L Rover V8 (petrol, ambulance).. Transmission information includes 5-speed MT75 manual4-speed automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.

Engine	2.5 L Peugeot EN55 I4 (diesel); 2.5 L Peugeot ET70 I4 (turbodiesel); 2.5 L York I4 (diesel); 2.5 L York I4 (turbodiesel); 2.4 L Duratorq I4 (turbodiesel); 2.0 L Ford 8-valve I4 (LPG); 3.5 L Rover V8 (petrol, ambulance)
Transmission	5-speed MT75 manual4-speed automatic
Drivetrain / layout	FR layout

LDV Convoy other specifications

Image	2005 LDV 400 Convoy TD LWB 2.4.jpg
Name	Leyland DAF 400, LDV Convoy
Caption	LDV Convoy minibus
Aka	DAF 400 Series

LDV Convoy generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Leyland DAF 400, LDV Convoy	1984–2006	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
Leyland DAF 400 Series	1989–1997	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
LDV Convoy	1996–2006	2.5 L Peugeot EN55 I4 (diesel); 2.5 L Peugeot ET70 I4 (turbodiesel); 2.5 L York I4 (diesel); 2.5 L York I4 (turbodiesel); 2.4 L Duratorq I4 (turbodiesel); 2.0 L Ford 8-valve I4 (LPG); 3.5 L Rover V8 (petrol, ambulance)	5-speed MT75 manual4-speed automatic	FR layout
Freight Rover 300 Series	1984–1989	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified

LDV Convoy features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓The LDV 'SVO' (Specialist Vehicle Options) division boasted of its ability to coachbuild directly in the factory (located at Washwood Heath in Birmingham), making the vehicle popular with those requiring custom coachwork, such as disabled users, ice cream sellers, tow truck operators, those carrying frozen food, and fire brigades

✓For schools in particular, LDV were also able to deliver a standard configuration type approved minibus in full reflective school livery and containing features relevant to school customers such as ABS, orange external flashing lighting, overhead storage racks, heavy-duty ventilation, a reverse warning siren, child-size three-point seat belts, and fire suppression systems

✓The bus (the result of a survey of 31,000 schools) was unveiled at the 1998 British Motor Show, and professional driver training for three drivers was also free with the purchase of the vehicle, making it gain a reputation as the 'king of the primary schools'

✓Airbags and seat belt pre tensioners were never available as options, and the lack of an air recirculation feature and a three-point seat belt for the middle passenger were criticised

✓An alarm, tachograph, tachometer

✓air conditioning, and central locking were available as options, as was a twin battery setup with a heavy-duty alternator, which was fitted on the V8 ambulance versions to power medical equipment

✓The Ford Duratorq electronically controlled direct injection diesel engine appearing in 2002 (sourced from Ford Power Products as fitted to the Ford Transit, and described as 'not smooth') was fitted with a non-optional turbocharger, this was available with an optional intercooler, increasing the peak power output from 75PS to 90PS

✓Due to this issue, ambulance trusts started searching for more economical vehicles and began changing to Mercedes-Benz Sprinters with powerful diesel engines around 2003, further reducing profitability of the Convoy for LDV, as diesel engines with enough power for rapid response applications were never available on the Convoy and therefore the trusts had to migrate away from the platform

✓In addition, a hydraulic tail lift was standard on the Sprinter ambulances, but absent from the Convoy's coachwork, meaning that patients had to be manually lifted into the LDV by paramedics

✓Despite upgrades to the drivetrain (replacing the dated York 'banana' engines with the Duratorq units), the van was described as 'hopelessly out of date', 'rubbish', 'old-fashioned', 'ugly', a 'box on wheels', 'geriatric', a 'throwback to a bygone era', and a 'remnant from the 1970s', and that the vehicles 'drove like demented ducks'

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for LDV Convoy

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

Calculate how much air to add

Frequently asked questions about LDV Convoy

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the LDV Convoy have?

The available source data lists the LDV Convoy engine as 2.5 L Peugeot EN55 I4 (diesel); 2.5 L Peugeot ET70 I4 (turbodiesel); 2.5 L York I4 (diesel); 2.5 L York I4 (turbodiesel); 2.4 L Duratorq I4 (turbodiesel); 2.0 L Ford 8-valve I4 (LPG); 3.5 L Rover V8 (petrol, ambulance). Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the LDV Convoy?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the LDV Convoy?

There is no single best engine oil for every LDV Convoy configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the LDV Convoy?

The LDV Convoy is classified as a Van.

What transmission does the LDV Convoy have?

The available source data lists 5-speed MT75 manual4-speed automatic transmission options for the LDV Convoy.

Is the LDV Convoy FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the LDV Convoy is FR layout.

Who makes the LDV Convoy?

The manufacturer listed for the LDV Convoy is British Leyland, LDV Limited.

When was the LDV Convoy produced?

The available source data describes production as 1984–2006.

Where was the LDV Convoy built?

The available source record lists assembly information as United Kingdom: Washwood Heath, Birmingham.

What class of car is the LDV Convoy?

The LDV Convoy is listed in the Light commercial vehicle (M) class.

Which markets or countries sold the LDV Convoy?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the LDV Convoy with NL, NZ, UA. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the LDV Convoy?

The available vehicle data lists LDV Maxus as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the LDV Convoy?

The available vehicle data lists LDV Maxus as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the LDV Convoy?

The available source data identifies related models as LDV Pilot. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the LDV Convoy?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the LDV Convoy?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the LDV Convoy is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the LDV Convoy have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the LDV Convoy?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

LDV Convoy images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.