LTI TX1
The purpose-built successor to the iconic FX4, defining the London taxi landscape for the turn of the millennium.
- Power
- 82 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 23.0 s
- Top speed
- 81 mph
About the LTI TX1
Launched in 1997 to replace the ageing Austin FX4, the LTI TX1 was designed from the ground up as a dedicated hackney carriage. It retained the classic silhouette and tight 25-foot turning circle required by London's Public Carriage Office while introducing modern amenities like a wheelchair ramp and headrests. The 2.7-litre Nissan diesel engine was chosen for its legendary durability, often covering hundreds of thousands of miles in city traffic. While utilitarian, its distinctive face and functional interior made it a global symbol of British transport.
LTI TX1 specs
The LTI TX1 produces 82 bhp (61 kW) and 165 Nm (122 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 23.0 seconds and has a top speed of 81 mph (130 km/h).
| Make | LTI |
|---|---|
| Model | TX1 |
| Trim | 2.7 TD |
| Years | 1997–2002 |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 2.7-litre Nissan TD27 inline-four diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,664 cc (2.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 82 bhp (61 kW) at 4,300 rpm |
| Torque | 165 Nm (122 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 23.0 s |
| Top speed | 81 mph (130 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,850 kg (4,079 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 44 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
LTI TX1 rarity in CarSpot
The LTI TX1 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
LTI TX1 fun facts
- The TX1's design was heavily influenced by the classic FX4, but it was the first London taxi to be designed with full wheelchair accessibility as a standard feature.
- The Nissan TD27 engine used in the TX1 is so robust that many examples remained in service for over 15 years, frequently exceeding 500,000 miles.
- Stephen Fry famously owned and drove a black TX1 to avoid traffic wardens and parking tickets, as the car was often mistaken for an active taxi.