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TDV8 HSE - Since its debut in 2005, Land Rover’s most performance-oriented vehicle yet – dubbed a ‘sports tourer’ by the company – had been in consistently high demand, at least until the global recession. With ... read more
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V8 Vogue SE - Land Rover has given the Range Rover a touch-up for 2009 with new wheel styles, exterior colours and optional wood and leather heated steering wheels to choose from.... read more
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Dave, Oxfordshire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport TDV6 HSE 2008
I bought mine new and it has been totally reliable. I often make a 600 mile trip to France and this car just eats the miles. Driven gently I get 29 mpg which is better than I expected. Cruising at 130 kph I get 25 mpg. The driving position is superb and passengers get a great view. I do use the car off road sometimes and it is awesome, I was expecting it to struggle on my brothers farm following his Defender but it just kept going through terrain you would struggle to walk over... much to his disappointment! The interior is comfortable and very tough. I carry all sorts of mucky gear and equipment but it always cleans up fine. Other than the 7 seat Discovery I cant think of a more versatile car.
Submitted: 22/06/2009 12:06:11
Phillip Hamilton Lee, Hertfordshire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged 2007
I got over-exited before Christmas having eventually got rid of Jeep 2.7CRD which in fairness was one of the most comfortable cars I have ever sat in. However that thing dropped in value like mad over the 3 years that we owned it and I decided I wanted more fun out of my next car so looked around at the sporty models and decided on the supercharged which goes like the proverbial off a shovel. Is it fun... oh yes and whoever says it does 18MPG or as I have seen 22MPG if you take it easy is on another planet. Average is 13.2MPG, it is outrageous, as its worse than a Hummer. Car cost £60k when new with all the toys, DVD, Playstation etc and now nobody wants one and here I am again with something that has lost me a fortune. Next time getting a cheap estate and a Noble!!
Submitted: 24/04/2009 08:30:27
Andrew Duncan, Moray (Elgin) and Nairn Shire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2006
Some people have been whinging about Landies, I notice they only drive them on the road. Not what Landies were designed for, try them OFF road? Then whinge!
Submitted: 14/04/2009 11:19:21
Janell, England
Land Rover Defender Extreme 2006
Always wanted this cult truck and bought one after moving to Australia Oct. 2007. Going from a smart Renault Scenic to a tank was a real adjustment. Parallel parking was challenging to say the least with a turning circle as big as a semi, its a bumpy ride, so you’ll never fall asleep at the wheel and the seats are only made for skinny people, not problems there. But I love this truck that has no schnick schnack, just what you need for serious off-road fun, nothing fancy that’ll break and it commands attention when you drive down the beach! I love the look on people’s faces when they say what great shape our truck is in and we tell them that its only 3 years old. Not everyone can drive a cult object!
Submitted: 25/03/2009 08:58:28
Greg Archer, Leicestershire
Land Rover Defender 110 300 Tdi 1994
The Defender is a great tool. My 140,000 miler has towed a large caravan and loaded horse trailer and it is really planted on the road. Fit a roof rack and shift timber and furniture with ease. Your area flooded? Wade through it with a Land Rover. The 300 Tdi engine is arguably the best of the bunch for DIY owners’ with no on board computer to worry about. The later TD5 is more powerful and smoother however and this has been superseded by one from a Ford Transit! It leaks in the rain (wear a coat!) and is not a comfortable long distance machine. Parking can also be a problem in height restricted car parks for town dwellers’. Second row seats are poor and there is only a lap strap in the centre one if you have children. Seat belts are only fitted in the rear side facing seats on later models in line with legislation - again check if child safety is an issue. Insurance companies’ get concerned if you tell them it is a 12 seater and ask more questions than usual. Pattern spares are abundant and cheap and DIY repairs are easy. Fuel consumption is pretty good for a 2.2 tonne vehicle at 30 mpg when driven carefully and even 25pmg when towing my large caravan. It will go anywhere, do anything and is a tough as old boots - remember bodywork dents add kudos!
Submitted: 13/02/2009 11:41:22
Daniel Frampton, Dorset
Land Rover Defender 2008
The Defender is the best that Land Rover have ever made!
Submitted: 26/01/2009 09:57:05
Clive Muffitt, Yorkshire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2005
Hi, I took delivery of my 55 plate Rand Rover Sport supercharged on the 18th of October. Great cat at first, did what it says on the tin but very crap in the snow due to the tyres - it got stuck in a field due to coming off the road, even the different settings did not help. Two weeks ago it started knocking underneath, I took it to main dealer to solve problem and they charged me for new ball-joints. I got the car back, it is still knocking!! Took it back this Thursday, engineer said they do knock if you drive them hard through corners!! Rubbish!! The problem is still to be resolved and I am not paying for it this time, they are going to fit new anti-roll bar bushes then the next morning took it back again, engine management light came on due to incorrect egr valve fitted but I have to pay for new one even though there was a recall for them then the electronic handbrake was stuck on - I couldn’t shift the car since I have owned this vehicle it has had 12 faults with it... not good on a 50k vehicle!! I’d go for the X5 - better reliability!!! Or the ugly Cayenne. The power of the vehicle is good and fuel consumption isn’t too bad on a long run, around the 18mpg mark, sometimes near 22 if you drive steady. Comfy, great looks but in conclusion... totally rubbish!!!!!!!!!!
Submitted: 26/01/2009 09:55:15
Richard Griffith, Conwy
Land Rover Freelander XS 2007
Still own a mark 1 (diesel) with 136k miles and no real problems encountered. The mark 2 is however a class apart in every respect. More comfortable, quieter and refined than many a prestige saloon- speaks volumes for the engineering /development team entrusted to overcome the mark 1’s unenviable reputation. Have now covered 30k trouble free miles-oh by the way new cars tyres last twice as long as the original as well as having vastly superior handling.
Submitted: 02/01/2009 09:28:09
Paul Taylor, Berkshire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE 2008
I have just had a Range Rover Sport (2008) TDV8 HSE for 3 days as a hire car, while my own car was being repaired. I own a 2008 Dodge Nitro SXT V6. I found the cabin in the Range Rover very cramped with no room for the driver. The Dash board is just inches away from you, and every time you take your left hand off the steering wheel you knock the auto gearbox lever. I found the ride of this vehicle very poor, so poor in fact that it made me sick. It rolls and bounces around all over the place - it’s horrible! By the time I did my 10 mile drive to work on one day I almost threw up. My stomach was that upset by all the rolling around. I was totally shocked, as I expected the Range Rover to be miles ahead of my Dodge Nitro, but actually its miles behind. My Dodge is far superior in many ways. Oh and finally the Harmon Kardon sound system is also rubbish. The stereo in my wife’s Astra sounds better with more bass. Not a good car at all. If you are looking at Range Rovers, you seriously need to check out other large 4x4 vehicles as well.
Submitted: 08/12/2008 10:30:35
Kenneth Grantham, Yorkshire
Land Rover Range Rover Vogue 2006
I have been a motor dealer for 27 years and have now moved to different fields. However, I have had every new 4x4 in all classes and there is not any other 4x4 to compete. Yes, they have a few small fixable problems but so do all others. I swapped from a BMW X5 5 years ago and have had 3 new Range Rovers since. Expensive, but certainly the best by far, brilliant after sales service and have even exchanged one I was not happy with after 4 months. How’s that for service?
Submitted: 05/12/2008 16:16:01
Andrew Dowlen, Sussex
Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE 2008
Please read - I do not believe this. Having had two previous Range Rover Sport’s and on the whole having been very pleased with the vehicle; and the residual has been good. I ordered a 2009 mode build and took delivery of my new RRS HSE on the 14th November 2008, from the same supplier of my previous two RRS in Peterborough. I was given a quick vehicle check and off I drove; then 3 hours later the nightmare started - auto box not working correctly, having to switch to trip-tronic, contacted the dealer, no answer, stranded in Horsham, West Sussex. Saturday the 15th - contacted the dealer three times, I had turbo failure, loss of automatic gear box, the whole vehicle shook, diesel spilling down the sides of the car, due to lack of response support from the dealer I contacted Land Rover Support, who having taken the vehicle details, number plate, chassis number I was told I could not have the car as it was showing it was still at Land Rovers compound in the Midlands and as they did not have any details re-warranty they could not assist me. Sunday the 16th of November, reluctantly L/R assistant did attend, the person who attended confirmed I did have the vehicle and I was the legal owner, they tried to fix the auto-box, recommended the vehicle should be returned to Peterborough and they would arrange a loan car, I would have to give a credit card and agree to a debit of £2,500 pounds? The way I was treated, abandoned, notwithstanding I was heading off to Germany I had to continue my journey and pray I would make it. Monday the 17th I took the vehicle to land Rover in Monchengladbach who looked over the vehicle told me I should reject the vehicle, there reasons were:- body damage, the vehicle has had a full re spray , damage and repairs to various parts of the car, the interior needs completely replacing, all the leather seats need replacing, metal exposed with no paint or under coat. And Rover Monchengladbach contacted land Rover UK as the German dealer could not help me as the warranty was still not showing on any system. A representative form Land Rover contacted me in the end I had been trying to contact them up and till that time I had spoken with no less than 35+ people within land Rover UK. The representative of Land Rover informed me he could not see until the following week as he was off to Mons for a vehicle show and they did not have a spare car for me so I would have to wait till Friday 28th November. Please note I had formerly in writing rejected this vehicle on the 15th of November. This was later confirmed by Land Rover on Monday the 17th of November. Friday 28th November - in attendance myself, the land Rover Representative and land Rovers technical person, following the inspection, they gave me a copy of their findings, confirming the major faults with the vehicle i.e. very bad paint work, all the leather seats would need to be replaced with new, along with the aforementioned , even having inspected the vehicle and confirming not just to me but the garage, the vehicle should not have been supplied in the first instance, the Land Rover Rep was still trying to get me to take the car. Saturday 29th An independent technician inspected the vehicle he was from [ADAC] and confirmed all of the faults and found a further 25-30 more major faults, he confirmed that the vehicle had either been in an accident or very badly damaged and should not have been supplied, he informed the Land Rover Garage the vehicle would undergo a full investigation by the authorities and would be impounded. At no point has land Rover offered to compensate me, apologise I have formerly rejected this vehicle yet Land Rover are insisting the vehicle is OK and I should take it?. Number of serious faults found within the first 36hrs of collecting the car 25, following the inspection’s a further 35 + I welcome your comments please.
Submitted: 03/12/2008 11:47:49
David Parry-Jones, Shropshire
Land Rover Freelander Td4 HSE 2008
As a motoring journalist I was fortunate in being able to try all the 4x4s on lengthy road tests - if only everyone could they would come to the same conclusion. The Freelander2 was head and shoulders above the competition in both, value, engineering and its delightful new sophisticated interior. I still love it to bits and it tows delightfully.
Submitted: 31/10/2008 16:06:57
Patrick, Shropshire
Land Rover Freelander 2.2 diesel SE 2007
Just love the Freelander 2. Off and on road it is brilliant. Just a pity that the colour range is a bit uninspiring. I have the tamboraflame (orange) seen on most Freelander publicity but no longer available. Such a pity. When we see other Freelander 2’s in this colour the other car occupants invariably wave at us and us at them. Silly maybe but this car is fun so why not enjoy!
Submitted: 27/10/2008 08:58:30
Alan Reeves, Leicestershire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TD V6 HSE 2006
I’ve wanted one of these for a while. Sports engine combined with off road ability and the space and build of the Range Rover - fantastic! I’ve bought mine second hand but in very good nick and saved myself around £10k into the bargain. The gadgets you get with this thing are amazing and will get you as excited as an eight year old on Christmas morning. Driving this car is like nothing else, totally responsive, awesome power and just knowing you can go anywhere in this makes you feel pretty invincible. Top car!
Submitted: 24/04/2008 09:02:36
Roger Gregory, Hertfordshire
Land Rover Discovery 2.7 V6 TD SE 2006
There is nothing that even comes close to the driving experience, on or off road, of this car. It is the definative SUV/family car/thrill ride and it’s British! This is a car I will never tire of driving and just don’t see me owning anything else again.
Submitted: 14/04/2008 09:52:47
Malcolm Robinson, Cumberland
Land Rover Discovery SE 2.7V6 2006
After having a variety of so called premium 4x4’s including the BMW X5 3.0D Sport, I can honestly say this is the best car I have owned. It is incredibly spacious and versatile, it can carry seven in comfort, has great road manners and off road it’s untouchable. The downsides are the acceleration isn’t as good as it could be and the leasing costs are silly. Overall a great car though.
Submitted: 04/04/2008 09:12:59
karen Jeffrey, Scotland
Land Rover Range Rover 2006
Most unreliable car, purchased 1st car from Stratstone of Perth Land Rover in 2005. I had 8 courtesy cars in 10 months, rejected car no one, now on car number 2 it has been in the garage 8 times and going back in again. The mileage is 17,000 with a large portion due to return visits from Glasgow to Perth garage.
Submitted: 26/03/2008 09:12:16
Iwan Rodgers, Denbighshire
Land Rover Freelander 2.2 TD4 2006
I do actually use the Freelander both on and off road and this is why it was worth spending a little extra money. I own a farm and the fields become difficult terrain when the rains come and the CR-V and Rav4 just wouldn’t be able to cope.
Submitted: 05/11/2007 16:16:12
Stephen Howard, Sussex
Land Rover Range Rover
After owning a Porsche for 20 years, this is my second Range Rover (4.2 Supercharger SE), and what can I say, it is like a Rolls Royce of 4x4! It’s got class, style and its an absolute delight to drive. The Jaguar engine makes it the best ever built for Range Rover! Don’t bother with BMW or Porsche they are the pretenders, if you want the best go for the Range Rover.
Submitted: 30/10/2007 08:49:48
Sarah, Cheshire
Land Rover Freelander
The latest shape Freelander is a lovely car. MUCH better that the previous shape. Still quite a rare site on the roads too at the moment. Very pleased.
Submitted: 25/10/2007 16:41:00
Milly Matthews, Rutland
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 S 5d Auto
I previously owned a Discovery and was impressed. The Sport is like a stream-lined version of the Discovery. It offers a great view of the road ahead and the rear parking sensors are a nice touch and very useful. My family of five fits comfortably and easily into the Sport and engine is more than powerful enough. If you can’t afford the Porsche Cayenne ( which would be my dream 4x4 ) then this is the next best thing.
Submitted: 16/10/2007 11:34:59
Michael Reagan, Lancashire
Land Rover Defender TDi 90 3dr
As a dairy farmer this really is the only car for the job. A superb workhorse, this car can take anything you can throw at it. Don’t even consider if you’re looking for comfort - a real bone shaker on road! These cars really hold their value and are as solid as a house.
Submitted: 29/09/2007 08:54:28
Graham Nichols, Yorkshire
Land Rover Range Rover 4.2S SUPERCHARGED
This is my eighth Range Rover in eighteen years and THE BEST yet. The power the supercharger delivers thrills every time I drive it. After a long journey I don’t want to park it and switch off! The sound system is superb as well as the luxurious interior which adds to the pleasure. I can’t remember ever having a warranty claim from any of my Range Rovers. Test drive one.
Submitted: 24/09/2007 10:15:33
Mike Harris, Norfolk
Land Rover Freelander 2.2 TD4 HSE 5 dr
I’m really impressed with my Freelander. The drive feels smooth and seamless. Off road driving in this car is great fun and the design has a real touch of class about it. A bit special.
Submitted: 06/09/2007 15:39:11
Gemma Blackford, Oxfordshire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 S 5d Auto
Used to have the Range Rover and loved it - went for the Range Rover Sport when it was released and am absolutely thrilled. They have taken the original Range Rover and improved upon it in every way possible! Great on-and-off road.
Submitted: 04/09/2007 09:21:42
David Reilly, Dumfriesshire
Land Rover Range Rover TD6 Vogue
Most unreliable car I have ever owned, I drove seven different courtesy cars in 9 months, Spent half my time back and forward to the main agent. The inside is well finished and the car looks well but never buy one that is not under manufacturers warranty unless you have a spare grand a month for repairs. Sold the car after 9 months and lost £30,000 but at least its gone New Audi tdi Q7 on order.
Submitted: 30/08/2007 11:13:03
Chris, Kent
Land Rover Range Rover Vogue
The best 4 x 4 x far - king of the road as far as luxury 4x4 cars go.
Submitted: 28/08/2007 10:49:48
Louise, Middlesex
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.4 HSE
A fantastic luxurious car. My favourite 4x4 so far. Looks great, easy to park & fits loads in. Great transport for baby & the dogs. 4.4 model is certainly the one to have. Good on petrol. 2.7 diesel is too sluggish to justify the Sport badge. Most luxuries are included as standard. Would certainly have another one.
Submitted: 28/08/2007 10:45:00
Louise, Middlesex
Land Rover Freelander 1.8S
The previous model Freelander was OK, but nothing special. Build quality was only as good as less expensive rivals. Quite economical, but under powered.
Submitted: 28/08/2007 10:43:19
Jim, Warwickshire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE
I have found the Range Rover Sport to be perfect for my family of 5. It easily fits my family in and we all sit high offering us all excellent visibility and comfort.I am 6 foot 5 so the extra headroom is also a huge benefit. On the minus side, this is a thirsty car and rarely manages more than 25 miles to the gallon.
Submitted: 14/08/2007 09:45:51
Ian Dukenfield, London
Land Rover Discovery 2.7 TDV6 SE
I’d heard terrible things about this car since purchasing mine so it was with trepidation I finally took delivery in June of this year – I needn’t have worried. Touch wood, everything is so far working as it should and it’s given me nothing but pleasure. Well done Land Rover, a very solid and refined car.
Submitted: 13/08/2007 11:41:50
Jimmy Piper, Derbyshire
Land Rover Range Rover Land Rover Rangerover TDV8 Vogue SE
This is my first Range Rover although I have driven Land Rover, before but some years ago. I’ve so far had 5,000 thoroughly enjoyable miles in this car and I really can’t think of anything to pull it up on. A really great car.
Submitted: 13/08/2007 11:07:42
Chris Sandford, Flintshire
Land Rover Freelander 2.2 TD4 SE
Land Rover have delivered a fantastic car that bears no resemblance to the glitch prone Mk1. It really took a lot to stick with Land Rover after owning the previous Freelander model but I’m a firm believer in supporting home grown products and this one is a beauty. If you are in anyway unsure about this vehicle because of things you’ve heard about the previous one don’t be, they really don’t compare.
Submitted: 09/08/2007 11:47:00
Martha Phillips, Worcestershire
Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Best looking 4x4 on the road by far but then again I’m probably biased. The V6 diesel engine is smooth and quiet and has proved pretty nippy for such a big car. The interior has a feel of real quality and certainly gets full marks for comfort. I’m really pleased that I chose this car and best of all its BRITISH!!!!!
Submitted: 06/08/2007 12:59:08
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