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Rover 100 METRO) (XP 114 GSi (103 Hp)
Overall Rating
4.5 / 10
Rover 100:
The name Rover 100 may refer to one of two different British motor vehicles:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
METRO) (XP Overview:
Rover 100 (METRO) (XP). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
114 GSi (103 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong performance, identical to the top-tier GTI, providing brisk acceleration for a premium trim.
Fuel Economy
Expected to deliver similar fuel economy to the 103 Hp GTI, balancing power with reasonable efficiency.
Best Use Case:
Comfort-oriented Performance / Daily Driver
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact and agile for city driving
- • Economical base engines
- • Lively performance from GTI variants
- • Low running costs (for base models)
Cons:
- • Very poor Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Known reliability issues, particularly with K-series head gaskets
- • Dated interior and features
- • Limited space for rear passengers and luggage
- • Unrefined at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(METRO) (XP: 1991 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Rover |
| Model: | 100 |
| Generation: | METRO) (XP |
| Modification (Engine): | 114 GSi (103 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 103 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | K8 More details about the engine K8 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
If you could change one thing about the Rover 100, what would it be?