Living with a Used Range Rover - What is it like?
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- Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
- Living with a used Range Rover has been one of the most fun, exciting, and scary experiences I've had with a car, and after two years, I'm confident in saying I made the right choice with buying a used Range Rover L322! Here's what it's actually like to live with a used Range Rover.
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Land Rover could easily be defined as “a brand in which everyone has their opinion about before ever driving one.” There seem to be two huge sides to the spectrum. You love them or hate them. Not too many people go “eh, I guess.”
I’ve discussed it before in other videos, but the L322 Range Rover was the bridge that Land Rover needed to bring the brand into a new light. It changed nearly everything about the brand, and it was one of the best moves the company ever made. But after 7 years and 124,000 miles, what is it like to own today?
This model is a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover HSE Lux. In 2011, the HSE LUX sat between the HSE and Supercharged models in the US market. So this one has a few extra options that the base model didn’t come with.
Obviously, the 5.0L V8 from Jag had some hiccups. Timing chain replacement is common after about 80k miles, and you’ll need to do spark plugs and fuel injectors as well. It’s far from cheap to maintain, but in comparison to the 4.4 V8 from BMW, there are fewer common problems. Still some, but fewer.
As for the exterior, the L322 received a few facelifts during its 10 years of production. It started with a face that looked comparable to an updated P38A before evolving into the final facelift, which is a slightly closer resemblance to the modern L405 Range Rover that replaced the L322.
Now, as far as living with it goes, let’s go over some of my expenses with it. This doesn’t include repairs and everything. That can be found in the Cost of Ownership video. This is about things you’ll deal with regularly, such as fuel.
A typical fill up for me is around $70, which is usually $3.00/gallon. That’s going to change from time to time, but it’s usually an average of $70 for a tank. Insurance for full coverage with State Farm runs about $184/mo with a clean driving record. Obviously, again, that’s going to change based on tons of different aspects.
A strange part of Range Rover ownership, though, is constantly being on the lookout for something that doesn’t sound right. I take a lot of pride in the L322, so I like to make sure everything is in working order.
In a small town like this, though, a LOT of people seem to think it’s new. I won’t lie, the attention the Range Rover gets can be fun. It’s no Ferrari or even an Aston Martin, but it gets comments and looks in parking lots and drive-thrus, which I frequent.
Now let’s talk about interior space. It’s got some here, and here, and here, but not much here. If you have a family with long legs, the L322 might not be the best choice. Rear legroom is shocking with the seats in a position where I’m comfortable. Everyone has their own opinion on that, though, but the rear is just a bit too small.
Boot space or cargo space is ample, though. With the split tailgate, loading the rear with bikes, desks, chairs, trees, or small cities is fairly simple. I’ve used the Range Rover to move offices a few times, and it’s so easy. For small moves, the Range Rover handles everything, and it’s one of my favorite parts about it. I might only use the cargo space occasionally, but when I do, it transforms into a truck.
If there’s not enough room, you can tow a trailer to fit the rest, but I won’t need to do that until our next move to Orlando. I’ve had nearly everything in the back of the Range Rover.
Moving up to the front, let’s talk about driver luxuries. While the Range Rover maybe 7 years old now, it’s far from “dated” on the interior. The TFT display replaces what would normally be a gauge cluster.
Everything feels very high quality, which makes sense because it is. Living with the luxuries of the Range Rover on a daily basis makes the entire driving experience unique, relaxing, and fun all at the same time.
The Range Rover is still more than adequate at being the best daily driver SUV around. It conquers every aspect of a luxury SUV. That is, unless you have a tall family. In that case, check out the Discovery or LR4.
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Range Rovers are for people who love cars and the ride, all the problems that come with it are just part of the deal.
whats the point of spending so much money for just problems..
I just joined the club with an 06 SuperCharged 4.2 V8 I got from an auction this past weekend. Drove it home on the bump stops and I think it bottomed out so hard that the front right strut is now pushed up through the top by one inch. Ugh!!!! BUT after going through all the fuses, I found the relay in the back fuse panel to be the problem. Now the airbag suspension works great.... For now,,,, LOL Never owned one before. The head unit/ navigation display is totally dead. Not even the RR logo lights up. No power light. Nada. Checked all fuses and relay. The relay kicks in which gets its power from the display unit, so hopefully a new/used display will fix it.
@@karankaler8777 sounds like something a broke bum would say
@@jays5926 😂😂
I'm blessed enough to say I do not have many problems in my life. The few that my future 2012 Range Rover will bring to me will be just fine with me.
Insanely accurate assessment of the L322. recently bought one for the first time and all my expectations were surprisingly me. Great video as well.
Real Video made by an ACTUAL Range Rover enthusiast and realist 👏👏👏👍👍👍
I bought 2011 three years ago and spent over $3000 on front suspension on its first year, but since then I’m enjoying it every day. It brings happiness to me and satisfy my desire for quality and fun driving.
Your assessments of owning an L322 are spot on. If you think you can’t afford it, you can’t. I’ve got an 07 HSE Supecharged with 135k on it. I’ve converted it to coil springs to get rid of the air ride headaches and honestly, it rides the same. Yes you do lose the height adjustability for off road but my kit actually lifted the truck about 2” and I fit 275/55’s just fine. I regularly drive my truck back and forth from Houston to Lafayette and it’s always a joy to drive. Thirsty? Yes. More maintenance cost? Almost the same as my F-250 Powerstroke. Actually the oil changes are less by a few bucks. Comfort? No equal from my experiences in Mercedes and BMW. It’s a shame about the timing chain issues in the 5.0. That’s a great performing engine in either form. As far as buying another, there will always be one in my driveway.....
I try to tell literally everyone that you need to experience it before you judge it. They are quite amazing vehicles just requires the time and dedication to keep them serviced and running
edit: I daily drive a P38 Range Rover
An L322 2006 Range Rover Supercharged has just come into my families life, (It's actually done less mileage than yours) and they are incredible vehicles, I drove it 400 odd miles, for seven hours, not once did I feel tired. They are such amazing vehicles, extremely relaxing, sturdy, and 'homely'. Even the 2006 model has a tonne of presence. The only real thing that's somewhat unexpected, is they have a tendency to wallow and drift.
They're incredible to take on long trips! I absolutely adore the L322 for everything it is. Personally, I think the 2006-2009 has one of the best styles. There are angles where the 2010-2012 look like a mix of generations whereas I feel 2006-09 look perfectly balanced.
Agreed with that! I also love the look of the Supercharged's rear lights. I do like the new Range Rover's, but they're not as menacing, or rather as intimidating as the L322's.
@@BreakdownAutomotive someone mentioned buying used over a certain year, I think it was over a 2006 from 2007 and up. Do you recommend looking into later years in terms of reliability? I am eyeing a 2008 and 2009
TheGothic Prince Superb your comment N💪🏽💪🏽😊”they are not as menacing” 😂!!! With aim to make them alike a human being machine !! 👏🏾👏🏾! I agreed they make the new generation more female by making them more curvy rond shape ...,!!!! Hi
I daily drive a 2007 L322 Supercharged with over 280,000 miles on it. It’s a fantastic vehicle. To anyone wondering, go drive one. You’ll soon see what all the fuss is about.
I agree. Go out and try one! Amazing yours has 280,000 miles. I hope you continuing loving it! 🙌🏼
wow that's a lot of miles ...impressive..how many issues have you or havent you had? What is the average one needs to set aside for repairs and maintenance yearly? Looking at a 2008 at 13,889, 71k-having trouble finding a used with less than 70k
I love my l322 2008, gun metal grey, privacy glass in the back with 22” turbine wheels, definitely had a few issues with it but as sad as it but love taking care of my old girl, when I first seen the l322 I always wanted one, love the shape and the drive
My 2003 4,4 V8 Vogue has 256'000 Kilometers now and still looks (interior and exterior) and drives like new! Had to replace the front air-suspension, did the timing-chains just for security. Only thing: it leaks always a little bit of oil there and there and the expansion tank of the coolant water exploded once. For me (have also RR and Bentley's) it's the BEST car to travel anytime and anywhere! and i NEVER want a younger one! They lost the character and have become nouveau-riche and i don't want all those electronic-screens everywhere!
I sold my Range Rover and i am slightly richer since i sold that truck, but Range Rover is the best SUV ever built. Mine was the 2006, BMW last year of ownership and to me, the last real Range Rover that is 2006.
The best looking Range Rover of all time
Salemdxb : AMAZING 🤩 & INDEED
Spark plugs are a maintenance item in every car, why would needing to change them be a problem?
That is like saying changing brake pads and rotors is a problem.
Because people love to criticize land rover and they will say stuff like having to change spark plugs makes it "unreliable".
I brought one too, also I am 20 years old I thought it would be weird for someone so young as me to drive a car like this but at least I know I am not alone.
Just as a small added note I bought my first at 22 years of age 2 door I still have it ...It still runs it still looks good and has gone up in value by a thousand percent SO take all the years
of running costs I am now 68 years young /old This car has probably not cost me a penny/dollar Well fuel wise it has but if I do the maths even that is probably covered Show me another car
not in the Land Rover brand that does or has done that over god knows how many years.. I note that a lot of Americans slag the car off but we the Britts still sell loads and loads to America
why is that ????? Well its because it has style It has a presence that no other car appart from Rolls or Bentley has Well there are a few others but they just get left in the garage to just look at
and if used on a daily bassis will cost a fortune and we all know which brands they are Italian and German top of the range comes to mind ???????? Aston Martin is another we are proud of
A D.B. 5 is now worth over a million so if you bought it 50 years ago you are well in pocket and your pension is sorted !!! Is there a Dodge or a Cadilac that will do the same I think not ??
The L322 is my favorite Range Rover especially the first and second facelift! In Europe we had the HSE, the Vogue and the Autobiography to choose from. Engines were for the first model the TD6 and the 4.4 V8, then for the first facelift they introduced the 4.2 Supercharged V8 and the 3.6 TDV8 and the last facelift brought the 5.0 V8/ 5.0 Supercharged as well as a 4.4 TDV8.
22 with one of my favorite vehicles and a UA-cam channel. Your my hero.
Thay are worth the money if someone that knows all about them like a Technician that works for Land Rover or a Mechanic that took the Time to Learn Everything about them I'm a Mechanic and I know what I am doing. Unfortunately most Garages say they can fix them yet they can't and say you need a new Computer Modules ect when most of the time it's just a Electrical problem But you have to find the fault!! this will Test how Good you Think you are. Remember you have to Justify your Diagnostic and Make sure that you get it Right.
I don't want to look through all 81 comments - but you skipped over the 4.4 AJv8 that was available 2005-2009 very reliable and not direct injected.
Ah, the good old L322 Range Rover returns for another video and still in desperate need of a bath. 😍
It does 😅😂😂
Totally agree with you its the best looking SUV & I will buy a L322- 2012 , & in the UK I currently own a Mercedes 2014 ML W166 which is brilliant & ultra reliable in my 4th year of ownership
Great channel , keep them coming
I bought a second hand 2010 TDV8 but it's just problem after problem. Can't drive for more than 3 months without breaking down
3 months your doing well, you should be bragging not complaining. 😎
I used to have a 2006 Land Rover LR3 V8 SE with the Jaguar 4.4 liter V8, absolutely loved it, leased it for 27 months. Now I just financed a preowned 2015 Land Rover LR2 HSE, it's nice and all, but for a 2015, compared to my 2006 LR3, I want to say the 9 year older LR3 offered a much nicer ride from the adjustable air suspension, had brighter headlights, and having the V8 engine, still got around the same mileage I am currently getting in the LR2 with a 4cyl engine. I really wanted a 2013 Range Rover Sport but decent ones are still a bit pricey right now.
Like most cars those that pull them down have never owned one T.V.R. comes to mind !!! I have had R/Rovers all my life and not for snob value I hasten to add they are a dam good car
with faults like all cars yes all cars Even Rolls Royce have their gremlines do they not ???? But and a bloody big but R/Rovers are something else to drive and in my humble opinion
are the best looking 4x4 you can buy even today 29/10/2021 ...SO TO ALL HATERS GO AND BUY SOMETHING ELSE YOUR LOSS NOT MINE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@Breakdown Automative, keep up the great work! You rock!!
I ve had 8 range rovers over the last 40 years all from new. all broke down and were nightmares I m sorry to say. im not a hard driver either. the last 7 years tried the land cruiser v8 . I ve not had a single problem with it. why why why.
joe sands We get that the LC is one of the most reliable cars in the world but what’s the point in having one if you don’t off-road when it gets 15 MPG if not less at best.
You’ve had some bad luck there. I’ve had full size RR’s and they’ve never missed a beat. They’re the only choice for me.
- I also have an 01 sequoia Sr5 (base) with 201,000k. I do love it, and it’s without a doubt, going to outlast my Range Rover, and Jaguar. It’s practically “maintenance free” and Toyota’s last FOREVER. Great vehicles but, as you know, don’t offer the performance and luxury that a Range Rover does. Clearly you have good taste in cars though:)
joe sands it doesn’t just come down to being a hard driver or not (mind you I wasn’t all that easy on mine). It’s all about maintenance, maintenance, maintenance, maintenance. Did I say maintenance? (Tho you can get a lemon sometimes unfortunately). Mine didn’t get the best care before I got it so it was in the shop often.
But I’ve got another “stupidly unreliable” car... the RX-8, and the previous owner was CRAZY about his maintenance and I’m pretty on point with it too.. this car has not had any problems in its 15 years yet.
It comes down to maintenance. stay on top of it, one step ahead of breakdowns and you’ll never have any issues.
lol you must me joking why haven't you learned your lesson
Definitely my dream car is a range rover even though they have there own issues.
4.2 SC most “bulletproof” engine of its period
Yeah no.
l322 SC 2007 2.7 tons of comfort confidence and power, with a tablespoon of anxiety that next fault will not come off by itself and will eat up your annual savings.
Sheriff S 😂
I have spent a lot of time trying to decide between a 2016 td Range Rover or Range Rover sport, vs. a 2015 Lexus lx 570. All of the videos on rovers talk about the unbelievably bad electronics. Car and driver drove a 2016 for a year 40 k mi. Very scary read. The air suspension scares the heck out of me as well. I think I’m leaning towards the lx 570 for quality and reliability versus the range rovers gas mileage.
184$/month for insurance? If people think that’s excessive they would’ve flipped out when they heard what I was paying 😂 Bought mine (no longer have it, my friend wrecked it -.-) in 2015, it was a 2007 Vogue HSE with the 4.4 V8 (gas). I was 19 (turning 20 literally 12 days after I got it, but insurance company was charging me for being 19.. I paid 3,307.39$ CAD for the whole year. Went down to 2500 the next year. That was kinda stupid xD
I like my 02 P38. What a tank weighing in at 6129 lbs. I love it.
Drove one horrible condition P38 after buying my L322 and loved it even in poor condition. Something very special about them!
People think they are unreliable because they have automated so much when it comes to building them and not hand made.
Praises The Lord, The Lord lead me 2 buy my 2011 Ranger Rover. My family is tall. They love it.also good 4 body aches. Which l have no more ,ride like u on a cloud OF Glory.📿💞
I bought a 03 in very clean under 100.000 mi.Got it home then the steering locked up .trying all tricks to turn key .I'm getting the ews and key reset if that don't work .It will go to the parts department.
Interesting observations from the US. Here in the UK and indeed Europe Diesels are a far more effenceit alternative. Americans dont like Land Rover and the brand its obvious😔
your channel name would fit the car perfectly
Seeing a man who is 6' 4" in my country is a phenomenon
It's pretty uncommon here too 😂 There are places I stick out like crazy.
You failed to mention the 4.4 jag V8 (06-09) which was way more reliable than all of the other motors with very few issues with them....
Mine is 2005 vogue and he is adorable no he doesn’t drink any more than my Audi . I drive some 400 km a day .
Absolutely gorgeous truck by the way man 👍👍👍
Lr4 is way better, more boot space, 7 seater, and way more off-road ready with better approach angles. I miss mine.
Congratulation you just bought a time bomb. And good luck on constantly trying to hear when the time starts to click.
What tire size are you running?
I am just about to buy the same Land Rover as you, I noticed that yours have a hitch, Asking around I was told that only Land Rover has THe tow bar or hitch that I need, but that is 2400 installed.
do you know of anyone else that makes a RRHSE hitch that does not comes out too far on the back reducing departing angle?
Thanks, Great Video
Filled the tank earlier... suddenly empty. Nice
Every month I had same problems with my LR2. I hate that car and I sold it
I narrowed my choices of buying a used SUV between the LX 570 and the LR4 why is life so hard😫
Daniel Ramirez LC.
i love looking at Range Rovers, they have a presence like no other car . but i'd never buy one . , over here in the UK you pay a lot of annual road tax on a 4x4 and they are far to big to be fun to drive . , but thats here, , i the U,S, where roads are bigger , they must be a more relaxed drive i imagine . but i do like the look of the range rover
I feel sorry if someone bought a used Range Rover because of this video, these things are money pits for really no benefit besides having an early fast suv (outside of the cayenne)
The infotainment system is the same as in my jaguar xf but I think the sat nav is good in my opinion it's very responsive for me
I own a range rover evoque and my next car will be a range rover sport svr 😍
Wish I owned one
Do it!
I think there’s more room in my car than yours (mine is the older model to yours)
I was in a 2006 the other day while at a dealership, and the rear seats felt like they had more legroom. I thought maybe I was going crazy at first 😂, but maybe it actually is. I know they changed the seat designs in the later years, so that might be it.
184£ insurance every month wtfff😮😮😮you must really love your range rover lol.i pay 350£ per year fully comp and am only 35 and its 5.0l supa charge v8 autobiography lol
Mate, I am in UK too, I'm about to buy and insure a L322 2006 V8 Vogue, been quoted £450 for 25k miles/annum and I am 50 years old. Which insurer did you use, I could do with giving them a call for a quote....
Regards, James
"Confidence?" ... would you say it gives like, F150 levels of confidence???
Reliability is just horrendous.
Not true, mine never let me down and that was to 90k too.
You are wrong. 2010 and newer is all you need to worry about now
@@BaitedCastaways seriously? It's better after 2010?
Norman Jackson well they all have issues but yes the newer ones are better. My engine hasn’t blown up yet. I can’t say that about my older one
how is the 3.6 and 4.4 v8 diesel?
Better wheels help it look newer
I hate how the AU port is behind you! WTF RR?
The two best Engines for the L322 Range rover are the 3.6 tdv8 and the 4.4 tdv8. The 4.4 tdv8 is just amazing and averages around 30 mpg with 330 bhp and 750 nm Torque suited to an 8 speed box ( the 3.6 tdv8 is quite good as well). the 3.0 td6 where grand but slow and underpowered. The petrols are a waste of time cause they are just not economically enough at 170 dollars a go to fill up. Drove a 4.4 v8 once and literally it was 20 euro to go anywhere. hahaha A complete joke.
That's great! We don't really have diesel L322 models in the US, so I can't really comment on those.
I understand, We have had loads of Range rovers over the years all different models and years starting years ago with Classics, p38s etc. The diesels are definitely the ones to go for now unless petrol is free. haha
If we have them in the US, I'd take a 4.4 TDV8 in a heartbeat! I've heard amazing things about them, but I've never been able to experience one for myself. Haha I get that. It's definitely much cheaper to fill up with petrol here. My average cost per month (2 full tanks) doesn't equal the 170 figure you mentioned earlier so I wouldn't touch it haha.
Ya the 4.4 tdv8 is something else, Still if you do any amount of driving say 600 miles or so a week your still talking a fuel bill of around 600 euro a month which is around 700 dollars ( id say you would use more) haha Its still expensive even for a diesel.
lol what about all of the snapped cranks?🤔
How's the insurance? is it full coverage?
Roughly $185/month for full coverage with 50 miles of towing (found that important 😂). I use State Farm, but I'm sure you can find a better deal with another company. I've just not bothered to look. When I first bought it at 20, it was around $200/month but dropped when I turned 22.
If you watch the video he clearly says the cost per month
Yes, if you have a good mechanic
I really don't like the new look Range Rovers. The L322 is a much nicer looking machine.
same price for petrol in the uk
Insurance go down when you reach 25 years old.
Click Bait, picture shows newer Range Rover. Was hoping to see information on what people are buying these days, not 5+ years ago
Never realised you were so tall!
What model is yours?
L322 2011 HSE Lux
Sorry but a 22 year giving a favourable opinion on a huge bucket of scrap doesn't wash with me.
WHERE ARE THE OFFROAD VIDEOS ?
Rather stick with my landcruiser amazon
I don't care, I'll buy it.
Range Rovers are great to drive. And awful to own. Unless you love seeing your truck in the shop and spending thousands to fix problems *again*, you're better off with almost anything else.
Too much “talking head” and not enough “Land Rover”
There’s two ranger rover on the road one is going to repair shop and the other one just finished repair.....
Why would anyone buy this model in 2018
exactly everyone buys the new ones
caleb morrison they may prefer this design or not want to cash out on the redesigned one
5.0 more reliable than the 4.4???? Yeah….No.
My insurance is 540 a month 😭
What an oof
Talk about the boot space yet 80% of the shot is your head. The opposite of helpful.
Exciting and scary?
💯✌
A brand which cannot maintain its heritage n got sold n had experimental engines put by fifferent companes n zero resalr value. Sorry but its jst not worth it
lol imagine living in the strip club married to a striper, that's what my uncle answered after I asked him why he got rid of hes's supercharger
Absolute shitbuckets! I worked for Rover and trust me the price is sky high and the build quality is shite. Guaranteed to break down and Rob to the owner.
They’re turds. Was a master tech for Land Rover and trust me they’re turds.
Why
Wasp Pride is there any model that was better than the other ?
How long ago was that wasp?
you sound like you got super fired. lol.
Battery draw..2020 5.0 sc
2010
If you love cars buy a Range Rover 😐 . If you hate cars buy a Toyota.☹️
It’s a junk bed design the worst engine and transmission stay away
It is not a full size SUV! Not even large
it doesn't look 7 years old, it looks 15. It's a really dated design
Get a real SUV
GET A TOYOTA LÀND CRUISER
Freddy 2828 The Rover is far more luxurious, and has higher quality interior materials. The Toyota is far more reliable I’ll give you that.
yeah BMW is now trash, this does not make a Range Rover a better car, they are now both trash
This video is so obtuse. Who knows
Horribe vehicles. DONT buy .
Money pits
This guy stares at his Land Rover? Get a life.
''Attention'' Range/land rover are all attention seekers,they always want something.
I hate how the AU port is behind you! WTF RR?