Interesting Facts About the Rover 100
The Rover 100 emerged as a modernised version of the Austin Metro, a supermini produced from 1980 to 1998. It was officially launched in January 1995 and was offered in both hatchback and cabriolet body styles.
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Launch and Styling
The Rover 100 hit the market in January 1995, inheriting its basic shape from the earlier Metro. Critics noted that the redesign kept the original grille almost unchanged, offering only a modest visual update.
Cabriolet Variant
A convertible version of the Rover 100 was produced between 1994 and 2000, expanding the model range beyond the standard hatchback.
Production Trends
During the broader Metro era, annual output averaged over 150,000 units from 1981‑1989, then fell to around 80,000 units per year for the next six years. The very last Rover 100 rolled off the line on December 23.
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