Rover 200 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good level of spec for age, but depricates badly.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Insurance high, fuel average (30mpg).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great fun round corners. Good grip.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not as fast in straight line as I had hoped.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Twin-cam oil leaks pretty common.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dated now, but big bumpers helped!

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bearable on long distances, but hard suspension on bumpy surfaces - not built for comfort, though!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Locks not great. Alarm fitted by Rover not much use.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Oil leaks from twin-cam and head gasket.

    Other

    Dodgy alternator (replaced twice in 6 months!)

    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