{{Infobox automobile
, name = UMM Alter 2000
, manufacturer = UMM
, production = 2000-2004
, class =
Off Road Vehicle
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, layout =
FR layout
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All wheel drive
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The most common forms of all-wheel drive are:
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, engine = 2.1 L''XUD'' 110 PS I4 Turbodiesel
, transmission = 5-speed manual
, predecessor = UMM Alter 4x4
, image = UMM Alter 2000.jpg
In the year 2000, UMM launched a new version of the Alter, the Alter 2000. With a 2.1 litre Turbo Diesel engine made by
Peugeot
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, this engine was claimed to be quieter, more fuel efficient and had more torque. The suspension, the brakes system and interior (mainly dashboard) were redesigned. It was available in several trims and chassis configurations. Only 25 cars were made, the majority still in
Portugal
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The Engine
The Alter 2000 was only available with a 2.1 Litre, Indirect Injection, 12v,
Turbo Diesel
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engine which delivered 110 PS. This engine also featured in the
Peugeot 406
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Peugeot 605
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History
The 605 was a saloon built on the same platform as the Citroën XM and was the successor to the critically ...
and in the
Citroën XM
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Equipment
As optional equipment, the Alter 2000 had available
air conditioning
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, leather seats,
GPS
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