1998 Land Rover Range Rover Consumer Reviews

So far it's been a joy!

Written by: SRB on 02/18/2005

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 50TH Anniversary 4WD Wagon

Review

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.

Favorite Features

Comfort. Visibility. How fun it is to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Fuel economy.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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98 range

Written by: dreddenpr on 07/19/2004

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.0 SE 4WD Wagon

Review

Build good , runs good , looks good....

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

4 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Hated it

Written by: Mitzim on 04/03/2004

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.6 HSE 4WD Wagon

Review

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)

Favorite Features

- Leather upholstery - Hydraulics to raise and lower the car - Very comfortable

Suggested Improvements

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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long time owner

Written by: sryan on 02/04/2004

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.0 SE 4WD Wagon

Review

I am a long time RR owner and have never experienced any problems. Dealerships charge thru the nose for service.. Local mechanics can do the same thing for much cheaper..

Favorite Features

All attitude.. This car is mean on and off road with a slice of pedigree.

Suggested Improvements

cupholders aren't designed for the american diet.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Exceeded Expectations

Written by: am on 11/21/2003

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.0 SE 4WD Wagon

Review

This has been a terrific SUV for three years. It is a '98 and still gets compliments. The only downside is it doesn't have great acceleration, but then again that's not why you buy a Rover. I've only had to do standard maintanence. Much less troublesome that I was planning on. Would make the same buy decision again.

Favorite Features

Comfort Built quality

Suggested Improvements

more hp stronger a/c for the back seat

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Been Lucky.

Written by: yolojims on 06/30/2003

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.0 SE 4WD Wagon

Review

I bought new a '98 4.0. Very comfortable and easy to drive. Pulling power is astonishing for only 190HP. I have had a brake job ($1200) @ 40,000 miles - 2 new stereos, a fan bearing fail causing the fan to explode and create a large dent in the bonnet. Out of warranty now (78,000 mi.) and CD changer acting up, noisy air suspension motor. Other than these item, I have been happy with my Rover. I am dissapointed with the accelerated depreciaton. Looking to trade for maybe a '01 740iL.

Favorite Features

Seating, exterior lines and sense of security while driving (awd).

Suggested Improvements

Improve the build quality, both in and out. CD changer in drivers reach. Better and more cup holders.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Chrome

Written by: Bling on 12/16/2002

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.6 HSE 4WD Wagon

Review

We purchased this vehicle 1998 model HSE with 72k. It was a choice of the ML320 or HSE, The HSE is a far better equiped and road competent vehicle. I love the road manners and the off road ability. The Seating is exceptional. The stereo had some problems, the tire are not readily available at you local tire distributor or BJ's. Overall the vehicle is fine. We have a 1992 range that I am rebuilding the transmission with 140k. Range Rover for ever and ever.. sounds like a rap!!

Favorite Features

Chrome Wheels, Piping and and asthetic design to the overall vehicle exterior and interior.

Suggested Improvements

More power and reliabilty.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Traded my '98 4.6 after one year

Written by: WoodyWW on 11/06/2002

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.6 HSE 4WD Wagon

Review

I owned a '98 RR 4.6 (that I bought used w/36K miles on it) for one year. Gas mileage was awful--about 12 mpg. And about 6 months after I bought the RR, things started to go wrong. Nothing major, just the A/C control, two stereos, the sunroof, etc. There was a 2 month time period wherin the truck was taken for one repair or another at least once a week! I was without a stereo for most of that 2 months. And the 36,000 mile service cost me $1000. I traded the RR in 6 months before the warranty expired--by then I was just too apprehensive about owning a Land Rover w/o a warranty. Oh, & did I mention the high depreciation of Land Rovers?

Favorite Features

Great looks; nice if quirky interior. Built like a British tank (except for moving or electrical parts).

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage. Handling (is ok, but not great). And most of all, reliability!

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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gotta love it

Written by: Ross Cooper on 10/05/2002

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.6 HSE 4WD Wagon

Review

i love my 4.6 hse .....however i would highly suggest you buy a used one with a heritage extended bumper to bumper warranty. Landrover are expensive to work on like any hightech automobile

Favorite Features

air ride leveling system

Suggested Improvements

gas mileage...more horsepower

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Awesome SUV

Written by: HappyLady on 10/02/2002

Vehicle

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 4 Dr 4.6 HSE 4WD Wagon

Review

I upgraded from a '92 Range Rover to this '98. What a difference I LOVE this car. It is luxurious, yet safe feeling without being too big. I plan to keep it for a long time. (As I do most of my cars).

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