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Range Rover

(2022 - present)

Expert Rating

New car score:

68
%
B

Used car score:

52
%
E

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

86
%
A

Safety Rating:

84
%
A

Eco Rating:

59
%
B

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

25
%
E

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

New car score:

68
%
B

Used car score:

52
%
E

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

86
%
A

Safety Rating:

84
%
A

Eco Rating:

59
%
B

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

25
%
E

Summary


The Range Rover is the flagship model in the Land Rover 4×4 line-up, a position it has held since the first model was launched more than 50 years ago.

The latest version shown here is the fifth-generation model, which reached UK roads in the first half of 2022 and replaced the model that had been on sale since 2013.

Available with a range of petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid powertrain options, the new Range Rover is more spacious, with a larger cabin and boot. It is also available in a seven-seat configuration for the first time.

The latest Range Rover has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from the British media. Many reviewers claim that it is the new benchmark for luxury SUVs, with overall qualities that exceed even the substantially more expensive Bentley Bentayga and Rolls-Royce Cullinan. Top Gear, for example, says that it is “cleverly conceived, intelligently engineered and breathtakingly well designed”.

Parkers says that the Range Rover “has taken great strides over the outgoing car”, thanks to its “opulent” and tech-laden interior. Carbuyer states that the Range Rover is “uncharacteristically manoeuvrable around urban areas”, while Car adds that the fifth-generation Range Rover is pretty “easy on the eye”, and feels rewarding to drive.

That said, this impressive package comes at a steep price. Prices start at around the six-figure mark, which is significantly higher than the pricing for the old model, and running costs are still quite high overall. In addition, those interested in purchasing an all-electric version of the Range Rover will have to wait until 2024.

As of January 2025, the fifth-generation Range Rover holds a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 68%. It scores highly for its safety rating and has been praised for its comfort and luxury by motoring journalists, and its average CO2 emissions are good (helped by the plug-in hybrid version). But running costs are very expensive, which drag down its used car rating. And we haven’t even discussed the Range Rover’s historically woeful reliability record…

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Range Rover highlights

  • One of the most luxurious SUVs around
  • Available with up to seven seats
  • More spacious than last generation
  • Alluring exterior styling
  • Capable off-roader

Range Rover lowlights

  • Sharp price increase over old model
  • Optional extras get pricey
  • No electric version yet
  • High running costs
  • Rivals are more engaging on the road

Key specifications


Body style: Large SUV
Engines:
petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid
Price:
From £99,375 on-road

Launched: Summer 2022
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA


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Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: November 2022
Read the full Euro NCAP review

Adult protection: 84%
Child protection: 87%
Vulnerable road users: 72%
Safety assist: 82%

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

Model tested: D350 Diesel AWD Automatic

Overall score: 1.5 stars
Date tested: December 2022
Read the full Green NCAP review

Clean Air Index: 6.7 / 10
Energy Efficiency Index: 1 / 10

Running cost rating


Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumptionAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models24 mpgE24 – 29 mpgE – E
Diesel models38 mpgD35 – 38 mpgD – D
Plug-in hybrid models355 mpgA319 – 426 mpgA – A
CO₂ outputAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models264 g/kmD218 – 268 g/kmD – D
Diesel models198 g/kmD194 – 213 g/kmD – D
Plug-in hybrid models18 g/kmA16 – 20 g/kmA – A
Battery rangeAverageScoreVariationScore
Plug-in hybrid models71 milesC68 – 74 milesC – C
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models50F50 – 50F – F
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£618D
Year 2£1,366D
Year 3£2,064D
Year 4£2,390D
Year 5£3,253D
Overall£9,691D

It’s unsurprising that a £100K-plus, almost-three-tonne luxury SUV costs a lot of money to run. Luckily, Range Rover owners tend to have deep pockets.

Fuel consumption is inevitably poor for both the petrol and diesel models. Don’t be fooled by the impressive-looking scores for the plug-in hybrid, as this is simply a result of unrepresentative EU/UK goverment lab testing protocols. There is no way on this planet that a plug-in hybrid Range Rover will do 323 miles on a single gallon of petrol and some electricity…

However, battery range is actually very good for the plug-in hybrid, so you should hopefully be able to do most of your day-to-day running on electric power alone if you drive gently.

Insurance will also be expensive, with every model in the range being hit with a Group 50 insurance rating from Thatcham. And to round out the bills, scheduled servicing over the first five years is likely to be pricey as well.

Reliability rating


Being a brand-new model, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Range Rover to generate a reliability rating. However, it’s fair to say that previous Range Rovers (and pretty much all Land Rovers, for that matter) have a fairly lamentable record for reliability.

The Car Expert’s reliability score is provided to us exclusively from warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Range Rover, we’ll publish the score here.

Other reports have lambasted the previous-generation Range Rover, including this one from Warrantywise which rated it as the UK’s most unreliable used car. The good news is that new one is unlikely to be any worse…

Recalls


Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Range Rover

Date: June 2024
Recall number: R/2024/255
Model types: All
Build dates: 11/2023 to 03/2024
Number of vehicles affected: 278
Defect: The incorrect specification of plastic was used to manufacture the oil filter housing. This housing may over time and with vehicle use crack. This could result in oil under pressure leaking and coming into contact with hot components of the engine which may result in a fire. Additionally oil may leak onto the road surface posing a skid hazard.
Remedy: Replace the oil filter housing complete with filter and associated O-rings.

Date: July 2024
Recall number: R/2024/227
Model types: All
Build dates: 09/2023 to 12/2023
Number of vehicles affected: 22
Defect: For affected vehicles the clutch plates within the hybrid transmission may have been manufactured with a flatness out of tolerance to the engineering specification.
Remedy: Diagnostic test to determine whether the clutch packs within the transmission are operating as expected. Any transmissions which fail the test will be replaced.

Date: April 2024
Recall number: R/2024/167
Model types: All
Build dates: 01/2024
Number of vehicles affected: 1
Defect: There is an inadequate depth of weld (penetration) between the busbar and the anode in the module of the plug-in hybrid battery.
Remedy: Replacement of the traction battery.

Date: March 2024
Recall number: R/2024/147
Model types: All
Build dates: 09/2020 to 02/2024
Number of vehicles affected: 14,517
Defect: The manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Remedy: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.

Date: March 2024
Recall number: R/2024/100
Model types: All
Build dates: 11/2023
Number of vehicles affected: 1
Defect: A concern has been identified where the clamps used to secure the fuel injectors into the cylinder head on certain AJ20-D6 engines may crack allowing the injector to come loose. This loose injector could become unseated allowing fuel to be pushed past the injector seal from the combustion chamber or the fuel feed system.
Remedy: A fuel leak in this area could result in fuel spill onto hot engine components which may result in a fire.

Date: January 2024
Recall number: R/2023/360
Model types: All
Build dates: 10/2023
Number of vehicles affected: 4
Defect: The structural adhesive applied to the bodyshell has been mis-applied.
Remedy: Install two rivets and seal with approved sealant.

Date: December 2023
Recall number: R/2023/338
Model types: All
Build dates: 09/2023 to 10/2023
Number of vehicles affected: 67
Defect: On vehicles fitted with V8 Gasoline NC11 engines, the fixings used to secure the engine mounted oil cooler hoses have been found to have inadequate thread engagement.
Remedy: Vehicles will have the engine oil cooler pipe fixings inspected and replaced if required.

Date: August 2023
Recall number: R/2023/244
Model types: All
Build dates: 01/2023 to 02/2023
Number of vehicles affected: 2
Defect: The bolt connecting the busbar to the traction battery module connector has not achieved the required clamp force. Arcing at the joint and excessive heat generation cannot be ruled out with the consequence that this may lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Replacement of the high-voltage battery.

Date: July 2023
Recall number: R/2023/163
Model types: All
Build dates: 09/2020 to 11/2022
Number of vehicles affected: 5,299
Defect: The external rear lamp mounted in the body could partially or permanently fail to operate resulting in one or more of the light sources not working.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the foam block mounted in the bodyshell removed. The rear lamp mounted in the body and rear tail lamp link lead wiring will be checked for their condition. Where the lamp and wiring are qualified OK no further remedy is required. Where the lamp or wiring are qualified Not OK the lamp will be replaced.

Date: June 2023
Recall number: R/2023/097
Model types: All
Build dates: 12/2021 to 07/2022
Number of vehicles affected: 192
Defect: The second row 60% seat frame may have a latch installed with a defective weld. In vehicles that have a defective weld on the second row 60% seat frame latch the seat may not be correctly secured.
Remedy: The rear seat base latch will be inspected. Where the inspection reveals a not OK condition the rear seat 60% frame and associated components will be replaced.

Date: May 2023
Recall number: R/2023/044
Model types: All
Build dates: 08/2022 to 01/2023
Number of vehicles affected: 499
Defect: For certain 3.0L AJ20-P6 vehicles, a small number of engines the cam carrier oil gallery hasn’t been fully drilled. As a result, the oil channel could be blocked, leading to accumulation of oil against the pressure control valve rubber membrane and subsequently an external oil leak or increased oil carryover into the air intake system.
Remedy: The engine cam carrier will be inspected and where an incorrectly machined cam carrier is found replace it with a correctly machined component. Depending on mileage and engine conditions further associated components may require replacement.

As of October 2024, there have been 11 DVSA vehicle safety recalls on the current-generation Range Rover addressing various different issues.

Not all vehicles are affected by recalls. You can check to see if your car is included in any of the above recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Land Rover dealer.

If your car is affected by a recall, the vehicle must be repaired and you should not be charged for any work required. If you are buying a used Range Rover, you should insist that any outstanding recall work is completed before you take delivery of the vehicle.

Awards


Trophies, prizes and awards that the Range Rover has received

2023

  • UK Car of the Year Awards – Best Large Crossover
  • EcoCar Electrified Top 50 – Best Plug-In Hybrid Super Luxury SUV

2022

  • The Car Expert Awards – Best Large SUV
  • News UK Motor Awards – Best Large SUV
  • Parkers New Car Awards – Best Luxury Car
  • Scottish Car of the Year Awards – Best Luxury SUV
  • Top Gear Awards – Best Luxury Car

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