Rover 200 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I bought for £600 with 62k miles - bargain!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    More than I expected but still reasonable. Less than 30 mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Involving and nippy car... too much body roll.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Pleasantly surprised! Picks up well when floor it.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Niggly faults but starts every time.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Old man but who cares?

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lovely seats with adjustable lumbar support.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Alarm works on horn, but who would nick it?

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    n/a

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Sweet as a nut. Has been looked after though.

    Other

    Niggly faults with drivers' door lock, boot release and horn fuse keeps blowing. Fine other than that.

    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