2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Consumer Reviews

RRS S/C 4 ME!!

Written by: midwesting on 08/14/2009

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged 4dr SUV 4WD (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)

Review

Fast,nimble,handles like a sports car with true off road ability that few other SUVs can match. Chose the RRS S/C over the Cayenne and could not be happier. SIRIUS,Bluetooth,NAV,active HID headlights,headrest monitors with DVD changer,heated seats - completely loaded. Gas mileage needs improvement but I didn't buy it for gas mileage.

Favorite Features

Interior/Exterior styling - very srtiking compared to the stale FFRR design - looks like nothing else on the road. Goes where others cant off road. Zero to sixty in 6.5 seconds!!!

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage, weight reduction (6000lbs)

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Fun in the Snow

Written by: caskier on 09/11/2008

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged 4dr SUV 4WD (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)

Review

Bought this car new in Feb '06 primarily to drive from LA to Mammoth Mtn and ski (300 miles each eay). Only problems involved a leak from the front differential after 6000 miles. Dealer replaced 3-times under warranty. Brakes are expensive to replace, but love the stopping power. RRS is great vehicle in the snow, traction and handling are great. I use a different set of wheels and snow/ice tires for the winter. Great heated seats. Back seat is not very comfortable, should be able to recline.

Favorite Features

Love the active cruise control, works extremely well on those long road trips up the mountain.

Suggested Improvements

Need heater/cooling controls for backseats and headrests that are comfortable. Better mileage would be great.

14 out 15 people found this review helpful

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Rover Sport-Totally Unreliable

Written by: EMannis on 08/24/2008

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged 4dr SUV 4WD (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)

Review

Bought the RR Sport Brand new in April 2006. This vehicle has been in for service for major issues. Has been towed 3-4 times, major service problems 5-6 times. If you buy a RR Sport be prepared to trade it after the warranty is up. I have been driving for 30 years and owned several different vehicles both domestic and foreign. I have never had problems like I have encountered with the Range Rover Sport. I was warned but didn't listen.

Favorite Features

Road side assistance. It's what I used the most.

Suggested Improvements

Make it a reliable vehicle. I finally got to where I never knew if I would be stranded or not.

11 out 12 people found this review helpful

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Emphasize Sport in SUV

Written by: J.D. Giovinazzo on 07/20/2008

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This is a great SUV that's fun to drive. This heavy vehicle is a bit thirsty for fuel, about 16.5 avg. It is a very quality built machine that moves well in sport mode, and even better in the well positioned manual mode. I've driven several vehicles in manual mode and this vehicle is the easiest and ergo thoughtful of all of them, less vehicles with paddle shifters. The interior is classy and with the real wood trim, looks great. With the weight of this vehicle, be prepared to replace brakes every 30k or so, depending on driving habits. The brakes will run about $1,400 at the dealership. Only issue is the rear tailgate struts went out, otherwise, great Sport UV. JG

Favorite Features

Fun to drive, great styling, well appointed, comfortable. Soaks up big bumps well and has a quality European feel.

Suggested Improvements

Brakes well, but don't last long. Sunroof drain vents crimped, covered under warranty. Rear tailgate struts don't work. Rear headsets block rear view when up. Should have power steering tilt. Towing package should be standard, lites ($200) and hitch ($300)!

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Amazing SUV

Written by: mrjohnnycat on 06/28/2008

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I bought the Rover from a private party, the guy only had 18K in two years. I bought it for 40K it was in perfect condition. I bought someone's supercharged pipes for and put also purchased chrome caps for the side mirrors and most importantly 22" wheels. The car gets a lot of attention! Everyone digs this car because it is very clean but not over the top. We just took it up from Orange County up to Carmel, Northern Cali up PCH and this car drove like a champ! No power lag for a two ton and I avg 18 mpg, not great but hey, if you don't have money you shouldn't be buying this car period. I haven't had any problems from random lights a couple of times put I have been very happy with this car.

Favorite Features

This SUV is a tank, people get out of your way. The Sport is probably the most handsome out of the line. Bluetooth works well with my Blackberry curve. I also really enjoy the cockpit interior vs. the extra space, more sports car feel.

Suggested Improvements

How about the ability to lock your glove compartment? You think after paying 65K it would lock? How about a sunglasses holder and vented drivers seats? Other than that,better gas mileage. I will be the 1st in line if they make a hybrid that gets 20-25 mpg,

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Mistake

Written by: Simon on 05/07/2008

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Leasing this car was a big mistake. NO acceleration, car is sleepy, I have to change brakes every 10K miles ($600 each time) Rear hood is pain. But the most painful part is combination PRICE/QUALITY. My advice: think twice.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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Love it!

Written by: Rover Mom on 03/14/2008

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I bought this car brand new. I had an MB E Class. The Rover sport is cute seems a little small when all adults are in the vehicle. I've been told the head rest are uncomfortable in the rear. I had a short in one of my headlights the 1st month I owned the car. I dropped it at the dealer they gave me a loaner, I picked it up 3 days later and never had the problem again. I just got rotors and brakes all around $1500, I never had such a high maintenance bill ever! I love the Rover sport I just wish it was a little more roomy, better on gas, and it's a little slow to take off, have to work speed up. I'm thinking about going to the full size HSE, but I wonder will it be worth it...

Favorite Features

I love the touch voice NAV. Perfect for people like me who can't find the way anywhere! I also love the bluetooth. The rear heated seats are loved by passengers. I have Giverny Green it really turns heads.. to top it all off it is a cool mom mobile, I still got it.

Suggested Improvements

Leg and head room in rear

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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I still love it after 33K mi.

Written by: Emmett_III on 01/13/2008

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE 4dr SUV 4WD (4.4L 8cyl 6A)

Review

After 33K mi, I have had zero problems. My only visits to the dealership are for the free maintenance included with the purchase.

Favorite Features

The offroad driving aids are fantastic and are terrific in winter driving conditions.

Suggested Improvements

Fuel mileage is bad (15 MPG). The Summer Only tires need to be supplemented with a Snow & Ice set of tires if you live any place with a real winter.

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Dont buy a RR Sport

Written by: larry on 12/22/2007

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged 4dr SUV 4WD (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)

Review

Have owned the vehicle for one year and driven approx. 20k miles. Have had it in the shop 8 times for numerous issues, some still remain. Asked if they would replace or purchase the vehicle and get me out of my nightmare, with no success. Problems with vehicle include brakes, parking sensors, suspension, sway bars, tires, power mirrors, not starting, transmission sensor, engine lights, rattles, etc. Will never own another Range Rover, period.

Favorite Features

Great performance, beautiful car.

Suggested Improvements

Reliability. Average 10.5 miles per gallon.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Garbage RRS

Written by: Garbage RRS on 11/27/2007

Vehicle

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged 4dr SUV 4WD (4.2L 8cyl S/C 6A)

Review

Great looking RRS, but this car stinks in reliability! 390 horses and it doesn't feel like it. I got smoked by a BMW X5 4.8is. I tell you, who ever thinks this car is some kind of performance machine, is a fool. I have had this thing in the shop for half of the time I've owned it. Garbage! Traded it in and bought a 2006 BMW X5 4.8is. Now this is a car. Talk about having some B-lls!

Favorite Features

Looks and style, and suspension controls

Suggested Improvements

Stop making them, start from scratch, Let BMW or Benz show you how its done, or if not them, since Ford owns them, I don't know why Ford just wouldn't build it like there trucks. I have Ford trucks for my company. Never a problem.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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