Rover 200 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Exceptional performance for a very good price.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Insurance is high at Group 17.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Aftermarket tweak to suspension makes it 5 star.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bags of torque and very rapid.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Surprisingly good given the performance level.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Slowly shaking off its grand-dad image.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Recaro half leather interior is very pleasant.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Rover parts can be a bit steep but there are plenty of other places to get what you need. Rover main dealer technicians aren"t especially knowledgeable about this model - not too surprising as only 500 were made.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Nothing serious.

    Other

    ABS sensor replaced.

    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