Rover 400 Saloon 1990-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    This model is now very good value to buy.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Costs are cheap and it's reliable as it is part Honda.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's always had a good ride, though it is a bit soft on all but the GTi models.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The 1.4i 16v is good as it is all aluminum and it pulls well, though it is a bit noisy.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Reliability is good though the interior is rather shoddy.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Rovers have a slight old man image, but they also have a boy racer image so they are good for all.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Sport seats are good, though not as comfortable as the Vauxhall Astra.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok - though much improoved in 1994/L.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Rover are quite good.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    The engine is good apart from a regular cam belt change and a strange ticking sound.

    Other

    Interior is poor and the electrics are terrible.

    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