Used Range Rover for sale

What types of used Range Rover cars are there?

Land Rover launched the Range Rover when it decided to go premium – it’s very much still a capable off-roader, but it’s so much more on the road.

It wafts along any road in ultimate refinement, effortlessly powered by your choice of petrol, diesel, mild hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains available in four-cylinder, V6 and V8 configurations.

The Range Rover was so successful that it inspired a whole series of follow-on Range Rover models, designed to offer a taste of that opulence with a more budget-friendly price tag.

Take your pick between five- and seven-seaters, or just take a pew on the split-folding tailgate and watch the world go by.

Popular Range Rover trims

Trim levels don’t really matter when it comes to a Range Rover, because all are well equipped. That being said, a high trim level carries additional badge appeal among those in the know.

> Range Rover SE - so-called entry-level model with soft leather seats, panoramic sunroof and pixel LED headlights

> Range Rover HSE - this mid-tier car gets an upgraded Meridian 3D sound system, bigger wheels and gesture control for the powered boot lid

> Range Rover Autobiography - a seriously plush SUV with a sliding panoramic sunroof and upgraded LED headlights

Range Rover history

The first Range Rover came about in 1970 – it was luxurious for its time, but still had a rugged, utilitarian feel about it. By the time the third-generation model came about in 2001, its premium status had been established.

> Fourth-generation Range Rover L405 (2012) - enough tech and luxury to rival a Mercedes S-Class, this car was a lot lighter (and more efficient) than before

> Range Rover facelift (2018) - minor design tweaks and efficiency improvements, including a new plug-in hybrid option

> Fifth-generation Range Rover L460 (2022) - costing over £100,000 new, this is the ultimate statement

What features does the Range Rover have?

If you go for a fifth-generation Range Rover, then the entry-level model will be more than sufficient.

It gets a heated windscreen, keyless entry with soft-closing doors, powered upper and lower tailgates, three-zone climate control and a heated steering wheel.

Tech includes a 360-degree parking camera, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a 13.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

Because it’s still a Land Rover product, the usual all-wheel-drive setup with Terrain Response 2, hill descent control and air suspension are all present, too.

Is the Range Rover reliable?

Land Rover hasn’t been without its fair share of reliability issues in recent years, including certain Range Rover models, but the company has been working to fix this.

Besides improving mechanical reliability with each generation, Land Rover also launched its own insurance to counter industry concerns from other insurers.

How much does the Range Rover cost to run?

A Range Rover will weigh more than two tonnes in any configuration – usually a lot more – so you’ll pay the premium.

Diesel models might be able to push 40mpg with a light right foot, but will spend most of their time around 30mpg. Newer plug-in hybrids have large batteries capable of around 70 miles of electric-only range, but run this dry and you have an inefficient petrol on your hands.

Other costs, like tax and insurance, are generally about as high as it gets, too.

Who is the Range Rover suitable for?

A used Range Rover is the ultimate statement piece – it’s public proof of how successful you are, and how much you can afford to pay for motoring. If you want to turn heads, even in a 10-year-old Range Rover, then this is the car for you.

If you like the idea of a large SUV, consider the BMW X7 or Mercedes GLS, but if it’s a large and comfortable car that you’re after, then you could also consider a Mercedes S-Class. It’s a totally different proposition, but says the same about its driver (or passenger).