1999 Land Rover Range Rover HSE review from UK and Ireland
"Superb 4x4"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
As the advertisment goes - 'the best 4x4 by far' and after 2 years of ownership I would have to agree. It performed superbly with a wonderful interior and excellent build quality. Only a few minor problems blighted its path: Recall for engine problems, a huge appetite for expensive tires and a colossal thirst. Otherwise conducted itself excellently.
General comments?
Its handling is insecure on twisted roads, and acceleration is ponderous in 3rd gear. Unfortunately the vehicle was written off in November 2001 - a stolen car smashed into it broad side at about 40 mph after failing to make a turn (the Range Rover was parked) fortunately no one was hurt. And although the vehicle was written off, one could see the advantage of a 4x4 in collisions over a car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 14th April, 2002 |