Rover 400 Hatchback 416 LE 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
High depreciation means you can get a reasonable amout of car for your money.
Costs
Good mpg (average 40), but servicing is pricey.
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On the road
Driving
If you throw it around a corner too fast you feel it, but otherwise fine.
Performance
You have to really drop down the gears to find any power. Engine is noisy over 60mph.
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Living with it
Reliability
At 48,000 miles we have completely new brake system, 2 head gasket leaks, gearbox problems, aircon broken... but have never actually broken down in it.
Image
Outdated in style. But then, you don't buy it for its image.
Comfort
Could do with adjustable lumbar support, but even so a 250-mile journey is comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
Not nicked yet.
Service
Service varies from one dealer to the next. Some are excellent, some very poor.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Gasket head leaking twice.
Other
ABS error meant needed complete new braking system.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes