LTI TX4
The quintessential silhouette of the London Hackney Carriage.
- Power
- 101 bhp
- Top speed
- 81 mph
About the LTI TX4
The LTI TX4 represents the final evolution of the purpose-built diesel London taxi before the transition to electric power. Introduced in 2007, it retained the iconic retro styling of its predecessors while meeting Euro 4 (and later Euro 5 and 6) emissions standards using a VM Motori turbodiesel engine. Its design prioritises a tight 25-foot turning circle and wheelchair accessibility, features mandated by London's Public Carriage Office. While utilitarian, the TX4 is a British cultural icon, engineered for a service life of hundreds of thousands of miles in dense urban traffic.
LTI TX4 specs
The LTI TX4 produces 101 bhp (75 kW) and 240 Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 81 mph (130 km/h).
| Make | LTI |
|---|---|
| Model | TX4 |
| Trim | 2.5 TD |
| Years | 2007–2017 |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 2.5-litre turbocharged inline-4 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,499 cc (2.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 101 bhp (75 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 240 Nm (177 lb-ft) |
| Top speed | 81 mph (130 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,975 kg (4,354 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 51 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
LTI TX4 rarity in CarSpot
The LTI TX4 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 TX4 fun facts
- The TX4 skipped the 'TX3' name to align with its Euro 4 emissions compliance and to pay homage to the legendary Austin FX4.
- Every TX4 is designed to meet the 'Conditions of Fitness' which require a turning circle of just 25 feet (7.6 metres) to navigate London's tightest streets.
- The 2.5-litre VM Motori engine was chosen specifically for its durability in the stop-start nature of professional taxi work.