2008 Land Rover LR2 from the January, 2008 issue
| Reviewed By: | Paul Duchene |
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| Price: | $40,050 |
| Likes: | Elegant, downsized Range Rover replaces forgettable Freelander. Volvo-based 230-hp, 6-cylinder, and 6-speed automatic suits car-like character. Quiet at speed, many electronic gizmos assist handling, braking etc. Stylish leather interior, well-organized dash, twin sunroofs. Off-road “terrain response” capability seems wasted on cross-over 4x4. |
| Gripes: | 4,211 pounds needs more torque— maybe the Volvo V8? 2.6 turns lock-to-lock steering feels twitchy, 26.5 cubic feet is tight for storage, 21 mpg highway is unimpressive, navigation can’t be initiated while in motion. |
| Verdict: | Range Rover sibling at half the price, with half the off-road capability, which nobody uses anyway. Biggest problem: This market is crowded, and the LR2 is definitely late to the dance. |
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