1995-2000 200 OverviewRover 200 Overview (1995 - 2000)
R3
Tech Specs Summary
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- 103 - 127 mph
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- 8.0 - 13.3 seconds
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- 74 - 143 BHP
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- 40.4 - 55.4 mpg
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- 1,060 - 1,210 kg
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- 304 - 1,086 L
This generation of the Rover 200 (R3) was produced by the British manufacturer Rover between 1995 - 2000. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 1.4 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 200 is the Rover 218 Vi which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 143 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 126 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Rover 220 SD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 545 miles and can store 304-1,086 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,000 kg.