1998 Land Rover Range Rover Review
1998 Land Rover Range Rover Review
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Pros
- Off-road prowess.
Cons
- Price.
What’s new
Range Rover models get a new Harmon Kardon audio system this year. Other changes include a new upholstery stitch pattern and a leather-wrapped gearshift knob.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 50th Anniversary 4dr SUV AWD and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$342/mo for Range Rover 50th Anniversary
Range Rover 50th Anniversary
vs
$201/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Vehicle overview
Virtually unbeatable in both snob appeal and off-road talent, the Range Rover comes in two trim levels: 4.0 SE and 4.6 HSE. Both are the benefactors of a new stereo system for 1998.
In the 4.0 SE, an update of Land Rover's 4.0-liter aluminum V8 engine works in concert with a ZF four-speed automatic transmission, offering normal, sport, and manual shift programs. The 4.6 HSE comes equipped with a significantly stronger 4.6-liter V8 engine. Electronic traction control augments the permanent four-wheel drive system. All-disc, all-terrain antilock braking is standard. So is a CD changer. The Range Rover 4.0 SE can tow 6,500 pounds on the highway, or 7,700 pounds in low range. Under the sheetmetal is a ladder-type chassis plus an electronic air suspension system and beam axles. Rear trailing arms are made of lightweight composite material.
The Range Rover is loaded with standard equipment. That means leather and burled walnut in the interior, automatic climate control for the driver and front passenger (with micro-pollen filtration), 10-way adjustable heated front seats with memory preset, sunroof, 120-watt stereo--well, you get the idea. Dual airbags protect driver and passenger. In addition to a stronger engine, the 4.6 HSE adds Pirelli 255/55HR18 tires, five-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels, mud flaps, a leather-wrapped shifter and a chrome exhaust.
With a 4.0 SE priced well over fifty thou', the Range Rover obviously isn't for everyone. The Land Rover company calls it the "world's most advanced sport utility," aimed at "discerning drivers and sportsmen." We won't argue with that description. Given a choice, we'd prefer something on the order of a BMW 740iL for ordinary highway driving. Still, if a taste of off-roading lies in your future, and a run-of-the-mill sport-utility vehicle doesn't turn you on, what better way to blast into the bush than in a Range Rover? It's not a drive; it's an experience.
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4.63 out of 5 stars
So far it's been a joy!
SRB, 02/19/2005
1998 Land Rover Range Rover 50th Anniversary 4dr SUV AWD
Having owned my 50th anniversary Range Rover for 5 months and about 5,000 miles, I can't say how pleased I am so far. It's a joy to drive, rides like you're riding on air, and has given me absolutely no problems. I expected the worst after reading about all the problems Land Rovers have but can say that this vehicle is the most capable, fun car I've owned and I've owned everything from … a 300ZX to an Infiniti. You feel like a king driving the Range Rover and the visibility is second to none. The only thing I don't like is the fuel economy, but is to be expected for such a heavy duty truck.
4.38 out of 5 stars
Hey it's a Range Rover
range driver 007, 02/15/2009
1997 Land Rover Range Rover 4.6 HSE 4dr SUV AWD
Beside the electrical problems, and other odds & ends, the truck is fun to drive. The key is have a good mechanic, the one I use has a graveyard of dead land rovers to pick parts from. Also I was recently in an accident (rear ended) and all I can say is you should see the other guy.
4.13 out of 5 stars
Solid and basically reliable
Farkle, 12/23/2002
1997 Land Rover Range Rover 4.6 HSE 4dr SUV AWD
I have owned many British cars --
including a Rolls and a couple Jags --
and I was used to unworldly service
bills but with 112,000 miles on the
odometer, this truck has been
reliable. I have the 225hp 4.6 liter
model.
Truck has never let me down. I off
road it a few times a year, pull a
trailer (2000 lbs), fill up a roof
rack and have screaming pre-teens in
the … back. Very few creaks and rattles!
Short girlfriend really likes the air
suspension, which can "kneel" to allow
convenient access.
I have not found service costs to be
unreasonably high or extraordinarily
frequent.
2.88 out of 5 stars
Hated it
Mitzim, 04/03/2004
1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4.6 HSE 4dr SUV AWD
owned for six years.
It's been towed probably a dozen times
with various different failures.
Stranded me late at night or along the
freeway at the most inoportune times.
Very unreliable.
Cupholders poorly placed..will not hold
onto a beverage can around sharp
turns.
The seatbelts in the back are poor (one
even broke). Difficult with child car
seats.
On a positive … side, the leather has
stayed very nice and it seems almost
resistant to door dings (only one in 6
years)
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1998 Land Rover Range Rover, so we've included reviews for other years of the Range Rover since its last redesign.
1998 Range Rover Highlights
50th Anniversary
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 13 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $342/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 31.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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