Rover 200 Hatchback 216 Si 16V 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive considering poor level of standard equipment.
Costs
Servicing costs ok, but some parts are expensive.
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On the road
Driving
Fun to drive. Agile and surefooted, but a little too much bodyroll.
Performance
Quick off the mark and when above 3500rpm, but midrange could be better.
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Living with it
Reliability
Awful. Blown cylinder head gasket and many electrical problems.
Image
Lots around, though did look fresh when new.
Comfort
Good seats. Poor driving position with lack of adjustment.
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Security and Service
Security
No deadlocks.
Service
Do not go that extra mile with customer service - do what they have to.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Blown cylinder head gasket.
Other
Lots of electrical problems.
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