It is this result which means the reliability score for the older Range Rover Sport is a very average 3-stars. All this being said, the Range Rover Sport has a lot to recommend it, including style, and if you are concerned about the cost of repairs then getting your dream Range Rover on a lease with a maintenance pack is worth considering. In , a new model in the current generation is being released, with the comfortable interior that the Range Rover Sport has become well known for and a 7-seat version is also available.
One of the problems that we are starting to see with modern, luxury cars is that they come with a lot of modern technology. This is obviously great for the driver and it means that they are worth the heftier price tag, but it does mean that they are more prone to problems.
So there are bound to be a few problems every now and then with the likes of infotainment systems etc. Talking about the survey in which Land Rover and Range Rover scored badly, he said;. They ask the owners of the models how they have got on in terms of problems, recalls and repairs. They then use that feedback to come to informed conclusions.
Other surveys, such as the one carried out by WarrantyDirect, are also a good judgement. Admittedly, they only collect data from those who have contracts with them, however, it is possible for them to receive a wider pool of results as not everyone will be willing to complete a survey and they can use their own data.
That said, J. D Power has a predicted dependability rating which is usually reliable. Also, you can take results from the past models to give you a rough idea of the reliability of a newer model.
Want to find the perfect Land Rover that suits your budget and needs? We can help. Just request a callback or contact us now on There are some issues that are more common in Land Rover and Range Rover models than there are on others. Some of these problems include:. Land Rover and Range Rover are not reliable. It might be painful to admit it, but the evidence is clear to see.
So will this article stop you? Possibly, but possibly not. Need advice from an experienced Vehicle Specialist on what vehicle is right for you?
The brake lines needed to be replaced this year. The oxygen thing just sorts itself out and the tire pressure is an inconvenience that costs me a dollar every couple of months. Other than that, I have no complaints. First one was a Freelander which I had for 3 years until the oil pump failed.
After two year it became a real nightmare. They had to pull out all the electrical and sensors and Rewire the cursed vehicle. Few months later, more problems with the suspension this time and the transmission. At the end, I changed it for a Range Rover Supercharged; had it for a couple of years and then electronics started to pop-up. Changed for a Volvo and still have it. It now has ,K, and the only thing I had to replace is the fan unit of the air conditioning.
Thank you for sharing your experience, first with the Land Rover and Range Rover models and then with the Volvo. I bought my first Land Rover from the factory and used it to tour Europe. I still have it and take it to the Iola Old Car show. After being parked all winter, it immediate starts in the spring. I also used it to tour Mexico. I have owned many Land Rovers and just sold my LR 3. I was a photographer and used these cars in some tough terrain such as off road in the Moab area.
I did not like the much smaller new cars. I owned a home in NM and often went off road. Hi Warner, Thank you for your comment. These articles are written using data on vehicles up to 10 years old, and take into account smaller issues as well as the ones which require a recall. Should I buy a Lexus? Should I buy a Mazda? Should I buy a Mercedes-Benz? Should I buy a Mini? Should I buy a Nissan? Should I Buy A Peugeot? Should I buy a Renault?
Should I buy a Seat? Should I buy a Skoda? Should I buy a Suzuki? Should I buy a Tesla? Should I buy a Toyota? Should I buy a Vauxhall? Should I buy a Volkswagen? Should I buy a Volvo? Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share by email. Latest News In Which? COP Should you be worried about diminishing electric car battery life?
Crash tests: which electric car is safest to drive? Autumn Budget Fuel duty to remain frozen until Revealed: Which? These probably represent some of the best-value buys for a contemporary Range Rover if you can afford to fund the V8 fuel habit. However, V6 diesels are available and they deliver late-ish 20s mpg. Because it is a contemporary Land Rover, the message system will be telling you 'hill descent inactive' or 'air suspension inactive'.
Then again, old school poking at the front footwell for damp carpets points to a leaky windscreen and explains any wayward electrics. We all need a military-grade 4x4 personnel carrier in our lives at some point and that may explain why many Forward Controls end up as campervans and the perfect mobile location for those seeking an off-grid lifestyle.
The purist inside of us wants an olive green one, which would look at home storming around Aldershot. And what a sound it makes, thanks to the V8. At least the 2, 3 and 4. We can make a case, though, for the original model, which was little more than Range Rover chassis with a high-rised body on top. A three-door would be cool, but we found a 5 door 3.
Defenders are quite rightly just about everywhere, but are they really very useful? Half the time, you might as well have a Renault Kangoo if you want to throw some gear in the back, but a tipper Yes, what we want is possibly a crew cab, then a tipping option with the load bay and a dropside. Now that is handy.
In the old days, the Overfinch badge meant something, quite often that there was a Chevrolet V8 under the bonnet as well as some trick suspension to prevent it from falling over on corners. Log in Register. Newsletter sign up. Mobile navigation. Find a. Car review Used car for sale. Top best used Land Rovers.
0コメント