Rover 200 Hatchback 1995-

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    No frills, but looks quite attractive.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good on fuel, but parts can be expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Wish I'd never set eyes on it. Would never, ever buy one again.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Surprisingly nippy.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Terrible. All sorts going wrong all the time.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Nobody really looks twice.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Fine.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Would be passable if the immobiliser hadn't packed in.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Big smiles when arrived with £6000, but after that not bothered. Sold well disguised turkey.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cooling system; faulty starting motor.

    Other

    Steering rack; door locks jammed; squeeling brakes; immobiliser failed; rattles constantly.

    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