Rover 200 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Pricey at dealers, but low miles at less than 20k in March 2001.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bit early to say but apart from coolant leaks appearing which have been under dealer warranty no other costs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent comfort ride both in & out of town. Engine can be little loud.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. Responds well in town from low speeds and can cruise at 70+ on motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Well apart from coolant leaks ok... after 8k miles anyway.

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    Who cares ? Has half leather seats and comfortable interior.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. Have done fair amount of Motorway driving without any tiring effects.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    OK. Has factory fitted alarm & immobiliser.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Useless Rover dealer, paperwork all wrong and sold with a full warranty when in fact it is very limited by Rover. However I intend to make the dealer Resposible for any shortfall in the Rover warranty.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Coolant Leaks from various gaskets.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No