Rover 200 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Got second hand best deal at the time.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Fuel fine, 40mpg if careful. Repairs endless.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick off the start for 1.4 and steady up through the speeds.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No MR2, but still fun.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Head-gasket gone, radiator, alternator, exhaust, crankshaft sensor, battery, alarm. The lastest doesn't like the wet. Oh and leaks a bit in back passenger well. Doh!

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    I've only ever seen old men driving it. Need 216GSi or above to get image.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats very comfortable, good on long journeys. Steering wheel has nice thickness.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Thought security was good until it took AA man five seconds to override it without any key.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Haven't delt with manufacturer directly.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head-gasket,

    Other

    Alternator, radiator, battery, leaks, exhaust, crankshaft sensor (didn't even know that existed!)

    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