Rover 800 Saloon (91-00) - Review

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It's cruel to poke fun at oldies, but Rover really should have let the 800 die back in 1996 instead of injecting a dose of revisions to keep it staggering on until 1999. The underlying design dated back to 1986 and stood little chance of competing on equal terms against nineties executive saloons, let alone the A6, 5-Series and E-Class.

2.5 out of 5

Comfort

The 800 is comfy enough, especially when it comes to luxury gadgets. After a while though owners notice how narrow the interior is, the restricted rear headroom and the seats which are too soft and don’t provide enough support. At least the wood, chrome and stainless steel are welcome distractions.

3 out of 5

Practicality

The boot on the saloon is an executive size: deep and wide. It'll easily transport a set of luggage. Inside, there are door bins and seat-back pockets and a large glovebox.

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2.5 out of 5

Behind the wheel

Big, chunky buttons are scattered around the cabin, making life more difficult than necessary for the driver. Wrap around dash gives the driver a feeling of being in control; driving position is comfortable and highly adjustable.