Rover 200 Hatchback 214 Si 16V 3d (1996/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Uncomfortable and unreliable. Nuff said.
Costs
Relatively cheap, for good reason. No wonder Rover are going down the pan. Save up that bit extra and buy a Golf.
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On the road
Driving
Average. Don't like the spongy clutch, though, which seems to be a Rover trait.
Performance
Not bad for a 1.4, but engine has no torque.
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Living with it
Reliability
Very poor. Failed headgasket and poruos cylinder head are the main culprits.
Image
Not too bad... for a Rover.
Comfort
Cramped rear, unsupportive seats and no headroom. No room in the foorwell for your left foot. Poor ergonomics. Truly awful.
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Security and Service
Security
Remote controlled alarm and immobiliser. Not too sure about those rear windows on the 3 door though...
Service
Expensive main dealer wanted £90 to fit a new wheel cylinder. Did it myself in 30 minutes for £15.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Headgasket, pourus cylinder head, sticking valves... need I go on?
Other
New wheel cylinder. Poor fitting seals on electric sunroof. Noise from rear suspension.
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