Used Land Rover Range Rover 2013-2022 reliability review

What should I look for in a used Land Rover Range Rover?

This is a very large car that will have been used in urban areas, so check the bodywork for any obvious signs of damage and the wheels and bumpers for scuffs. It’ll also quite possibly have been used off road, so check the undersides of the car for stone chips and any major signs of contact.

Make sure the seats move and operate as they should, and do the same for the tailgate. Check leather for cracking, and on the back seats and in the boot for impenetrable stains where man’s best friend might have sat.

Is a used Land Rover Range Rover reliable?

That's the $64,000 question. The Range Rover's build quality and reliability have been a major source of concern for years, with the car consistently finishing near the bottom of reliability and customer satisfaction surveys.

However, in What Car?'s most recent Reliability Survey, owners reported the usual span of problems but the Range Rover managed a reasonably good third-place finish out of six cars in the luxury car section with an overall score of 95.6%. This is the car's best result for many years.

Reliability rating 95.6%

The Range Rover is Land Rover’s priciest model and also by far the most dependable. Only 14% of owners reported issues with the previous-generation, 2013-2022 Range Rover – all relating to non-engine electrical systems. All could still be driven and half were put right in a day or less. Land Rover fixed half for free, and no owner paid more than £300.

Land Rover as a brand finished a poor 28th out of 32 manufacturers with an overall score of 87.6%. That placed it above Alfa Romeo, Cupra, Jaguar and Vauxhall but below every other make.

Used Range Rover reliability: the owners' view

Owners of the Range Rover praise its luxury and off-road abilities but express mixed opinions regarding its reliability and dealer service. While some readers report few issues and commendable dealer support, others highlight persistent mechanical problems and dissatisfaction with dealers. Common complaints include electrical malfunctions, engine issues, and suspension problems. Despite these concerns, many owners appreciate the brand's prestige and driving experience, often willing to overlook reliability issues in favour of the vehicle's overall performance and image. However, most agree that improvements are needed in both reliability and dealer service to enhance the ownership experience of the Range Rover.

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