Rover 100 Cabrio (XP) 114 (102 Hp)


Overall Rating

3.9 / 10
Safety 1.0 / 5
Engine 1.5 / 5
Value 3.0 / 5
Performance 2.5 / 5
Comfort 2.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Rover 100:

The name Rover 100 may refer to one of two different British motor vehicles:....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Cabrio (XP) Overview:

Rover 100 (Cabrio (XP)). A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.

114 (102 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

The 102 Hp 1.4L K-series transforms the Rover 100 Cabrio into a genuinely sprightly car for its size. It offers brisk acceleration and a more engaging driving experience, especially on winding roads.

Fuel Economy

While significantly more powerful, fuel economy will be less of a priority for this trim. Expect higher consumption than the 75 Hp version, especially when driven enthusiastically.

Best Use Case: Enthusiast Driving / Weekend Fun

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Affordable open-top motoring
  • • Lightweight and agile handling (especially 102 Hp)
  • • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanics
  • • Compact size for city driving

Cons:

  • • Very poor Euro NCAP safety rating
  • • Infamous K-series head gasket issues
  • • Basic interior and build quality
  • • Limited luggage space with the roof down

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabrio (XP): 1994 - 2000).

General:
Brand:Rover
Model:100
Generation:Cabrio (XP)
Modification (Engine):114 (102 Hp)
Start of production:1997
End of production:1998
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Cabriolet
Seats:4
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:102 Hp
Engine Model/Code:K8 [Same engine] 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:
Fuel tank capacity:35 l

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