Rover 400 Saloon 1996-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    On reflection, bit pricey for the package.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Servicing and parts all expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Compared with its peers, mine ain't too hot.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Where do I start - clutch, head gasket, electrics. Not got to 65k miles yet.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Higher spec models may be better, but the 420i suffers from lack of space and toys.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Dealers unhelpful and overpriced.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket and alternator both gone by 50k miles.

    Other

    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