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The Rover 25 is a slightly modernised version of the successful 200 range. With its corporate grille and tightened up suspension, the 25 aims to appeal to a younger and more dynamic group of buyers than the 200 ever did. More realistic pricing from new helped the 25s cause, and has also made it an interesting used buy. For buyers who dont want the last word in technology or a cavernous interior the Rover 25 is worth a look.
It certainly carries a bit more gravitas than a Ford Fiesta or a Fiat Punto.
Despite changing little from the previous 200 series, the Rover 25 ranges engines are more efficient, particularly the new 84PS 1.4-litre 16v unit. This powerplant has accounted for the majority of sales. For buyers with a little more to spend, the 1.
4 also comes in 103PS form, plus there are also 1.6 and 1.8-litre petrol options as well as a 143bhp 1.8 VVC unit (borrowed from the MGF) for the range-topping GTi.
Arguably the most significant under-bonnet changes have been reserved for the 2.0-litre turbo diesel. It features a new high pressure injection system that does little for the 98bhp power output but much for the crucial torque curve, giving extraordinary pulling power through the gears. Even in high gears at low speeds, acceleration is instant, a match in fact even for the 2.
5-litre V6 used on the 75 luxury saloon. A diesel, in other words, to convince even die-hard petrol buyers - or at least that's the idea. Inside, the changes are relatively minor, though there's a new-style three-spoke rake-adjustable steering wheel with remote audio controls and a larger 45-litre airbag. Extra storage spaces are welcome, as are the redesigned seats, fitted with height adjustment for the driver in most models. At the back, there are rear head restraints and three-point seat belts for three passengers - though to travel five-up, you'd need to be pretty friendly with your companions. Still, this is a supermini. Not that you'd know that from lifting the tailgate. The 25's 10.7cuft with the split-folding rear seats up is class-leading, though access to the boot area is slightly hindered by a rather narrow opening. Not that it's such practical issues you'll remember after taking a test drive. Class and quality, as we suggested at the beginning, are what this car is about. Which is why the dashboard plastics are a grade above what you would normally expect for a car of this class. It's why there's wood trim in the cabin of even the cheapest models. It's why the interior trim has been styled with such care (a choice of two-tone fabric or fabric/leather combinations). There's a range of pretty alloy wheels too, plus a selection of fresh colours (Wedgewood Blue, Sienna Gold and Alumina Green), with availability depending on your choice between trim levels that vary through i, iE, iL and iS to plushest GTi. On the safety front, there are seatbelt load limiters and new airbag deployment sensors, plus larger door mirrors. Moreover, the new headlamps develop 60% more illumination and the new, bigger bumpers offer much better impact absorption. All-round crash integrity is also said to be improved and ABS is standard on all 1.
6 and 1.8-litre models to stop you losing control in the first place.
There arent too many used examples of the Rover 25 in the dealer network, but numbers are on the up. Prices start at around 2,025 for a 1.4i three-door on a 1999 V-plate, with the more common 1.4iL retailing at around 2,250.
A 1.6iS model will fetch around 2,725 on a 2000 W-plate. Diesel prices start at 2,375 for the 25 2.0TD on a 99V plate in iE trim.
Another 100 secures iL spec. Insurance valuations for the Rover 25 range between Groups 4 and 7 for the mainstream models before jumping to Group 14 for the GTi models.
The Rover 25, being largely based on proven Rover 200-series mechanicals has yet to show any significant failings. Its a truism that it has also been bought by a large number of more mature customers, racy GTi model notwithstanding. Given that this clientele are less likely to drive the 25 in the manner in which a Fiat Punto or Peugeot 206 is often driven, which might waste the chassis development work that BMW undertook, but means good news for the used buyer. Check that the servicing work has been done, that theres no accident damage and you should be able to land a decent car.