Rover 200 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Insurance on the high sid. Good mpg unless thrashed.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Suspension little soft, but still lots of grip.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Throttle response great above 4000rpm. Redline at 7500rpm brilliant.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Done 150k miles now with distributor only major fault.

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    Completely underrated 130bhp hot hatch.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good. Benefit of softer springs.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Had immobiliser fitted for insurance.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Rover dealers ok, but pricey.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Distributor sensor went at 60k. Some hot start problems after 130k miles on clock.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes