Rover 400 Hatchback 414i 5d (1995/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought it cheap, now not really worth anything.
Costs
Fuel economy not bad, but not great. Insurance ok.
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On the road
Driving
Easy motorway car to drive. Understeers and not fun on twisty B-Roads. Sweet gearbox and clutch.
Performance
Easily as quick as a lot of 1.6s. Not bad for a small engine.
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Living with it
Reliability
Not bad, not great, see problems.
Image
Bit Grandad, pipe and slippers really, but I'm 19 and not a bad car at all.
Comfort
Motorway journeys are soft and easy. Heating system is poor.
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Security and Service
Security
Seems fine. No problems with alarm or immobiliser.
Service
Never used main dealer service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Needed new starter motor. Some electrical faults.
Other
Minor suspension 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?
Yes