Rover 600 Saloon 1993-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot of car for not a lot of money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It's based on a Honda, so it is fine. Less than a Beemer.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    This is the car before the manic 620ti. Still entertaining handling in the corners, but steering too light. You won't get bored.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    135mph, 8.2 secs, 32.1mpg. 5-speed sports box. Quick enough without having to worry about that £1K turbo bill!! A 'Q' Car without the turbo downsides. The best of the 600 series I think.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's a sweet 2.3 16v Honda unit, so no worries for 158bhp. Same engine as in Prelude. Loves Revs! Use semi-synthetic oil (10-40). Make sure all electrics work before you buy.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Forget the pipe and slippers image and possible public ridicule. Image costs and you worry where you park. In fact that's the point - it doesn't attract attention...

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    1/2 leather, air-bag and air-con. Handles fine with sports set-up; just that light steering and tyre roar. Not a quiet cruiser and little rear legroom.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Immobiliser as standard. That's it. But who who want to nick one?

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Rear doors sqeak.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes