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Some good, some bad
Ellie Higginbotto, 12/21/2015
updated 06/29/2017
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
124 of 127 people found this review helpful
Bought in 2012 with 94,000 miles. Currently at 120,000. The Good- This car is my personal listening room; the sound system is incredible, one of the best I've ever heard in a car. I have the cold weather package and the seats warm up so fast and the defroster a for the windshield and rear are quick as well. Off road, this car is a beast! Even without mudding tires I have never had a moments hesitation, from knee deep mud to deep snow to off roaring on the side of a mountain. It's so comfortable and the way it handles has me weary to ever let the car go. The double sun roofs bring tons of natural light into the car and the visibility is excellent. I turn heads when I drive around town. Tons of small perks as well. I really do love this car. Now, The Bad-EXPENSIVE to have worked on. Most mechanics will not work on them as the software required is incredibly expensive for them to purchase. Since I bought the car I have had to replace- Brakes, rotors ($800), new key fob ($425), gear shift spring broken ($800), fob insert detector ($600), rear ball joints ($1200). Also, the spring is broken in my front right; sheared right in half. I'm driving with it now and it's fine: no sounds or decreased performance, but I'm looking at $2200 plus to have it (and the other front) replaced. Yow. That's a lot in 30,000 miles in my experience. Resale is rough on them because of the cost to fix. I love how this car drives and I can haul kayaks, SUPs, my dog, etc.. Without problems. I want to keep fixing it forever, but I will eventually have to make a smart fiscal decision. Oh, and for the gas haters--I get about 17 city and 23-24 highway. Not bad, considering the car weighs 2 tons. You will win if you are in an accident. That alone makes me feel so safe, and if you've ever been in a bad car wreck you know how important it is to feel safe afterwards. Update-car is now at 126,000 miles and the rotors are toast. That's 30,000 miles on them. O2 sensor went out ($500) replacement and the exhaust is getting noisy. Someone also keyed my front right panel, but I'm not even going to try to figure out how much that will cost. Probably going to sell the car soon; cost of fixing everything will total the car out. It still drives nice and is so comfortable. I will miss this car, but not the expense.
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worst car ever
dk, 09/05/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
27 of 27 people found this review helpful
I purchased the LR2 last year and it has spent more time getting repaired than a car should be. Factory tires were wore out at 16,000 miles. Constant software and electrical issues. There has been a code that trips the check engine light that is apparently cannot be fixed until new software is produced. So the engine light comes on and off. Now the latest which happened today. Went to start the vehicle and its like it shorted out everything. Will not start and would not eject the key fob. This car looks great from the outside but what a mistake I made trading in our STS for this thing. About to move cross country and now I cannot trust this car.
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205,000 and still a nice vehicle
mks9, 03/15/2013
updated 03/17/2017
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
71 of 75 people found this review helpful
205,000 miles. Been a great vehicle. Only thing that has gone wrong is AM radio, a broken spring on the shift lever and 1 wheel bearing. Have only done routine maintenance. On 4th set of tires, brakes replaced at about 75K & 185K and oil changes. Best vehicle I have owned and have been driving for about 40 years. Lots of nice little features, and well designed. Handles great and has been reliable. I tow a small boat, carry bikes, kayaks and stand up paddle boards during the summer. Average about 21 mpg, mostly highway. Interior & Exterior are still in great condition. Not even close to considering selling it.
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94,000 mile review
mks9, 02/01/2011
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
47 of 50 people found this review helpful
Been very reliable. Only routine maintenance. Oil changes, brakes at 75,000 miles, tires about every 42,000 miles. Fun to drive, good gas mileage for it's size. Still don't like te key, but it seems to be the new trend. At the moment, it's the nicest vehicle I have ever owned. It's my 6th vehicle and I never get rid of them with under 150K miles on them.
better postioned than the Freelander
Bill, 04/14/2010
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
Having previously owned an Lr3 and Freelander, the Lr2 sits comfortably as the entry Land Rover. Off road/Snow capabilities are very strong, and extended driving stretches of 8 plus hours with a family of four are certainly comfortable. Great driver visibility all around. Sun roof in front/moon roof in back make the cabin feel airy and spacious. Armrests are comfortable enough, but lack the plushness of the Lr3. Adequate storage space in back, good sound system, great warranty. Would recommend for those looking for a compact SUV with better than average snow/off road capabilities.
My First Little Landie!!!
kcheree, 12/24/2015
updated 01/04/2017
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
What can I say, I have driven' a lot of trucks, fire trucks, suvs, cars, sports cars, customs, and off road vehicles. I Love this LR2. I am short so as I love a lifted truck I no longer love to climb in or out of any vehicle. This, I just slide in and out with no trouble. Every control is within comfortable reach. Living in Minnesota and as cold as it gets here I was thinking of installing an automatic start to this beauty. I found it heats up so fast I shouldn't even bother, especially with the cold climate package. It picks up speed right away, highway driving is a breeze with lane changing, merging, she gets along great with all weather driving on the hwy too! The Alpine sound system is so clear I often thought I was hearing other noises, nope, was so crisp I never noticed all the sound in a piece of music in another vehicle. Best purchase of this year. Ok, for the tough love, if it is not taken care of properly, it will cost more than other domestic suvs/trucks but with all of the amazing features and feel, to me it is worth it. I will be looking for another when it is time. *****Update **** It has been one year now and I love this LR2 as much as the day I bought it!
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I really like mine!
Erik Rooney, 03/10/2016
updated 09/18/2017
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
I've owned my LR2 for just a couple of weeks. I'm really impressed with the overall quality and craftsmanship. I do my own maintenance so I can't say the repair cost is out of range. I would recommend this to a family member. I'm sure there are better SUV's, but if you don't want to blend into the crowd, I recommend the Land Rover product. I did have to have a pulley repaired. It cost $300. I don't necessarily agree with the engineering. It seems to be over complicated. I still love my Land Rover though. Also my starter failed. The engineer is have it right at the bottom of the motor. It took me about 5 minutes to change.
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Initial impressions
Chris, 03/03/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
28 of 31 people found this review helpful
Just purchased an 08 SE model with 20k on it. Glad I didn't listen to the elitist, jaded reviews of car journalists (this site included) and decided on a test drive. The LR2 is a 4200 pound truck, it is not meant to take off like a rocket ship or handle like a Ferrari. That said, anyone not pretending to be Mario Andretti should be well satisfied by its power and cornering ability. The ride is very comfortable even on cratered NYC streets. Had a great time passing people who were out of control and stuck during a recent snow storm. Good fit and finish to the interior. The controls are a little busy and some are hard to use/find without looking. Will submit an update after a year.
My First Rover!
Monebyrd, 07/24/2016
updated 02/03/2025
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
41 of 47 people found this review helpful
When I went to the dealership in April,I was looking at an X5 but it was a diesel engine and I was nervous about put gas in it by accident. I was very skeptical of this Landie due to the poor reliability reviews. I made sure I was able to check the history of the truck and it was corporate for 9 months then the owner had it for 6.7years was serviced in the here in the Northeast. I bought it with a warranty as well as my mechanic went over it and changed the oil and brakes for me. I have the cold package with heated seats as well as heated windshield. Love how high it sits. The ride is awesome. Not quick as the Beamer but I luv the fact you can go anywhere in Style and safety. The previous owner took very good care of it! was not afraid of the miles. It does burn oil. I had to replace a quart before oil change (synthetic)premium gas.Plan on keeping it for awhile.update 9 months with 121k driver window regulator is going out but the truck is sound. Stay on top of maintenance. I plan on keeping this until the wheels fall off. If you find a well taken care of Rover, you will be fine. Update: 150 k no significant work except oil change. Runs great!!will keep until the wheels fall off!!1/25/18 Update 1/25/2019 truck has 156890 motor mounts replaced in October 2018. Oil changed on the regular. Battery changed in April 2018.Runs great. Have to change the muffler but does not affect the truck. Luv it! If you take care of it, it will take care of you. Never left me stranded 🙏🏾Update 7/2019 synthetic oil change every 5-7 thousand miles. Replaced the muffler . Luv it! No problems🙌🏾🙌🏾Update 1/2020 Computer module had to be replaced at dealer bc my mechanic didn’t have the software. Key fob had to be replaced bc the original was worn out. Battery had to be replaced $1155 at dealership very expensive bill and that was a break bc the key fob is normally $500 diagnosed $205/hour then two weeks later starter went out towed to mechanic $540. Not including tow from my mechanic to Dealership $160. I really didn’t have any expensive repairs until going into year 4 . When they hit they hit hard so beware. I will Rock it . It is unique looks good and I wasn’t stranded anywhere( i was at home , nothing would come on) the alarm randomly goes off reading it could be a sensor so watching. Daily driver but I do have a 2016 Acura MDX for back up.7/29/2020.radiator system replaced $1500 and coil packs $160 each with spark plugs. Still got him but pricey.still got the MDX as back up. 174k solid truck still turn heads but now after 4 years of ownership. I am fixing things and the mechanic say it’s a Rover. 1/29/2022 update- Heifer still holding on replaced left control arm and both struts. Replaced engine in May 2021$3500 used and under warranty. Tranny starting to slip 👀👀. Still driving locally only. New brakes and tires in May as well $2100. ( Firestone) 1/30/2023 Heifer still here still have a short I have to fix but he Running use local as a daily driver 184,796 miles ( new engine under 40k) replaced battery twice within 3 months I shut everything off and so far holding up. Tranny still slips. I have to do things a little at a time. Strong lil truck. Gets you where you need to go but I would not recommend unless you know it’s history which I do😜 if something goes wrong and you don’t have someone familiar with Land Rover it will cost you. Had to replace the ballast for the headlight with hd light $250($50 ballast $100 install and $120 for hd light from autozone) next time will order from Amazon to save coins😜. Hope this helps for anyone looking at a 2008 lr2 Hse 2024 update; Heifer was totaled out in 10/2023 do to rear end collision 👀 Parts are expensive to replace.. solid truck my granny and I were able to walk away🙏🏾🙏🏾. Bottom line the truck is great but you must Stay on top of your maintenance. When things go … and they will. It is Costly… I gave my experience Overall I was happy that I got to experience a Land Rover Hse…
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Rent before you buy!
W. Debley, 03/10/2009
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
The LR2 was my first choice because of the styling taken from it's big brother, the Range Rover sport. Thank goodness I rented before I took the plunge (I backed out). The LR2 is under powered and presents a problem when passing on the highway. The body roll is significant, and if you had to swerve to miss and object in the road , it could get dicey. The off-road capability is robust and it does about 90% of what it's larger counter-part can do, so, no complaints there. The seats are small, and hard as a board. The seating position is high and upright. The interior is small, without much cargo space. So forget bringing your buddies and their gear on an outing. The interior is pretty basic.
Great Off-Roader
Curtis M., 08/03/2018
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I love my Land Rover. I have heard stories of the maintenance costs and suspension having issues but mine has 125,000 miles now and I haven't repaired anything other than your standard use items (brakes/rotors, tires). The ride is not luxurious but let's be real, a Land Rover is made to go off road. If you want a nice highway car don't get a Land Rover. On the other hand, my Land Rover eats 8" snow fall for breakfast and says "Thank you, may I have another".
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Over 230K and still "truckin"
LR2 Driver, 07/25/2017
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is an excellent value. Vehicle maneuvers like no other, engine still very strong and does not burn oil. We have had some smaller issues, post warranty expiration totaling $3000 out of pocket spend. No complaints. Car is paid for, and looks and runs super. Would buy another LR2 in a flash.
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1,000 Mile Review
roverfanatic7, 12/20/2012
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car a few weeks ago. I wanted an SUV and was having trouble deciding. First, I looked at the FJ Cruiser. Love that car, reliable, safe, fun to drive and a great offroader. However, the visibility was horrible. Next, I looked at the Nissan Xterra. The price was very high considering the features. Then, I looked at the Acura RDX. I liked it, but found it small and didn't have a strong offroad capability. I also looked at the Jeep Liberty, but found the ride horrible despite the nice interior and features. So, I stumbled upon this LR2. I wanted to stay away from Land Rover because of the reliability. However, this car has it all. No problems yet! Look below at the features!
Pleasantly Surprised
Curt N., 12/29/2009
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I just purchased a used 2008 LR2 HSE with 18K miles in October 2009 and have been extremely happy with the purchase. Had concerns about purchasing an LR based upon reports of mechanical and reliability issues, but after speaking to LR owners and mechanics, it appears the newer models have come a long way. Owner loyalty appears to be solid. Positives: handles great, comfortable to drive, great front seats, gas mileage (18- 24), Engine Power, Alpine Stereo, and Bluetooth Technology. Complaints: Need 1-3 feet of more rear cargo space to help with storage, and rear seating space to allow for rear seats to recline for passenger comfort. No roof racks and no mud flaps came with my HSE model.
Fantastic SUV for City or Mountains
Bill H, 02/22/2016
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Find a good mechanic. Land Rover parts are pricey. But otherwise, this is an awesome vehicle that looks great, drives great, handles about anything you throw at it... from snowy mountain trails to looking good when handing the keys to a valet!
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24 months and still going strong
Land Rover Lover, 09/03/2009
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have had my LR2 for 24 months now. This was my 1st land rover purchase but definitely won't be my last. The only problems I have had over the past 2 years have been very minor and very easily and quickly resolved by excellent service at my dealer. I still get many admiring looks and questions about my Tambora Flame colored LR2. I would have paid thousands more for a comparably equipped X3, Q5, or RX350. Considering that routine maintenance was also included sealed the deal. Overall, I have been very happy with my purchase and am always surprised to hear stories of "bad experiences" with LR2's since my experience has been the exact opposite (dependable, comfortable, and reliable).
Worst SUV Ever
worst suv ever, 08/31/2018
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
15 of 20 people found this review helpful
I have 2009 LR2 HSE for which I paid $40K. The leather started to crack in the first year. Color of the front grill and side light covers faded and chipped because of sun, the doors cannot be locked with remote key, .I had to replace rear differential and bunch of other stuff (cost me about $10K) which i have not had to do with my 21 year old Toyota 4Runner. Do not buy or recommend this car please.
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Great car
iain tait, 01/04/2010
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I live in Western Australia and our CRD LR2 has just come back from 2000 miles in the outback towing a two ton caravan! This vehicle is just awesome and towed brilliantly along with going truely off road through deep soft sand, over rocks and never missed a beat. Aside from a small steering rack issue that was fixed when it was a few weeks old the car has been perfect and my wife went from sceptic to Landrover fan!
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mgur1, 05/18/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Just returned fully loaded LR2 after lease with 32K on it. After first six months was thinking to keep it. Sluggish acceleration was only one thing bothered me. On a highway you can use a sport mode to go uphill or to pass another vehicle, but in a city it doesn't help. Soon multiple recalls and electronical problems started building up like snowball and that turned me off. Steering pump broke, heated seats element burned, sunroof went off the rails, check engine light, air pressure gages mulfunctioned, fuel gage drops on zero and "Low Fuel" warning beeps with more than half tank of gas. Dealer fixed it, after two weeks got same thing. Bluetooth drops signal very often
Run...Do N0t Walk Away!
ray oscar, 11/01/2016
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
Constant Radiator Issues, hoses, heater core, bloeck leaking into coolant
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Dont Buy!!
caroline shek, 08/19/2008
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my second LR2--the first one (brand new) needed a transmission overhaul after 2 weeks. They gave me another one that has overheated twice. Just this past weekend, it overheated while I was driving and smoke began coming out of the hood. Stay away from this car! Its unsafe and unpredictable.
Reliability is the problem
BAD choice ;LR2, 10/25/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 17 people found this review helpful
Once i saw this car i loved the exterior and interior and lots of extras it came with. So i dropped my first choice back then which was the vw Touareg, as i had a concern about the vw reliability. Unfortunately i was totally wrong cause it i never suffered with a car like this LR2, every now and then it should be towed to the dealer for electrical problems, that actually there is no real solution for them. Engine fault and transmission fault are keeping flashing in your face! tail gate got stuck more than once. What a great loss i had spent a fortune to own this LR2 and i cannot depend for long journeys in it.
An authentic off road vehicle
Forester, 11/05/2009
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is just plain fun to drive. It is great on the highway and very capable off road. I have driven in mud, deep snow and dirt roads. It may look like a Lexus but the LR2 can really go off road. After 6000 miles no problems. Seems to be put together very well.
Love my LR2
Nick Soo, 07/07/2008
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I got my LR2 as a winter car last October. I was well aware of Land Rover's past reliability problems. I have to say that I love my LR2. Some claim it has poor performance for a luxury SUV, but I think it does fine. I have a G35 coupe as well, and I don't think the LR2 is slow for an SUV, and I don't expect it to be a race car. Overall, it's a great ride for someone who wants a very comfortable plush smaller SUV with eye-catching style and lots of technological bells and whistles without paying a fortune. If you want a full-size SUV, it'll disappoint. If you want a car-like SUV, probably not for you. But if you want an SUV for winter driving and occasional trips, the LR2 rocks
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Rick G., 08/24/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My 2008 Tambora Flame LR2 just turned 3 years old. I am still completely satisfied with this vehicle. It has remained very dependable, comfortable, and fun to drive. Outside of regular maintenance, it has only been in for service for a couple of very minor issues over the past 3 years. It still gets lots of looks and I still get lots of positive comments from people. It is a really nice mix of a rugged "go anywhere" SUV and a comfortable luxury SUV at a very reasonable price considering all the standard equipment it came with. I am still very happy with my purchase.
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Kevin, 10/01/2020
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just bought it with about 220,000 km on it sure you might think I was crazy to buy this but I think a big element before buying is knowing how the previous ownerMaintained it which he did very well very little rust and maintained consistently no accidents and it’s been awesome car other than some bearings and some reasonable repairs That had to be done and it’s no driving just as well if not better than the day I bought it
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3 x Electronic Meltdwn ongoing Nightmare
CALandRoverHell, 05/18/2008
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Briefly- This SUV's electronics systems are defective, and LR must know it! I have had 3 different, brand new models 2-LR2's and 1 LR2 HSE. Similar issues have re-occurred with all 3 vehicles: 1) passenger front seat airbag/seatbelt sensor malfunction even after fix, comes back on. 2) nav screen freezing and not moving forward 3) gas showing EMPTY when is 1/2 or more full 4) sound system muting after rear 'sonar' has engaged 5) rear latch when opening at night, turns on ALARM 6) incompetent service people. their 'systems' never seem to find the problems, and I have to have solution for them by finding on internet
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Jeff, 08/20/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
3rd and last Land Rover! For such a stunning car (we had the cool orange, one) what a pile of poo! Bought it new and almost an instant headache. I broke down in SEVEN different states! From NC to CA! Left a LR service center in NM, 6 hrs later I was broke down again in CO! Constant PRICEY services, and with the sporadic dealer locales it can be a bit of travel. Inside, the car is very cheaply "thrown together." After 20k miles you never ride in silence!! With everything rattling inside and wind noise it can turn a grouchy morning into an epileptic fit! If you're looking for a car to look at then look no more! If you actually use and DEPEND on a vehicle for more than an eyegasm steer clear
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Michelle Davis, 06/09/2017
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2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
15 of 23 people found this review helpful
PLEASE HAVE THE REAR END CHECKED!!! We bought our car at 90,000 miles and needed to replace the rear end. It is common in these vehicles:( After 3,500 dollars it is fixed and we ended up with 8,000 car at 11,500 + . The interior is falling apart also, sun roof leaks. The car is a LEMON and shame on Land Rover for not doing a recall on the rear end.
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Back on the map
Thorsten, 11/28/2009
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
A great car and great value for your money. So far I had no issues, the car feels well build and I love to drive it. For an SUV you can drive it very sporty (has enough power)without feeling uncomfortable or unsafe. The stereo system (Alpine Dolby Surround)is fantastic, bluetooth connects right away to any of my phones (con: could be louder). Navigation is terrific but the updates are very pricey. The breaks are great (I have the 19" wheels) and the engine sounds awesome, Fuel economy is great on average 14-16 mpg city, 23-26 mpg highway (what do you expect it is an SUV). In summary it is a great all- round vehicle, which puts Land Rover back on the map
Don't trust it
Cz, 08/27/2021
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
It's an 2008 bought it in 2015 At that time it only had around 56k miles current miles 102k It's been an nightmare don't trust it at all Replaced ignition coils, crankcase position sensor,spark plugs twice, fuel pressure sensor,so far 3 fuel pumps,ac compressor unit,been having lots of issues with the Sterling wheel lock sensor unit which I removed from underneath the Steering wheel now its under the driver side seat need to bump it every so often with a small hammer to make it work, and all the schedule maintenance, New tires,brakes pads and new rotors, now I'm having issues with the Co2 sensors. I been going all this work but never ends I do not trust this vehicle not even to drive it 2 miles to the nearest grocery store. Will donate it don't want to screw anyone. And will buy me a KIA .
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DO NOT BUY
Angela, 07/23/2019
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2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 14 people found this review helpful
This has been easily the worst car I have ever owned,! I bought used and it's been nothing but a financial drain. I have only owned the LR2 for 3 months and so far I've spent just over 5k in repairs. We took it to The Land Rover dealership to get the AC fixed and they said they couldn't do it. You know what they could do? They found 4,600 dollars in other non AC related issues. We figured we could find a local mechanic that would charge less so we went to pick it up. Tried to start the car and it wouldn't turn on. Land Rover dealership said they needed another $800 for a new starter. these cars are more work than they are worth and it's extremely hard to find someone willing to work on them. I think people are attracted to the name Land Rover and they shouldn't be. 100% overrated!!!!
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obie, 04/05/2007
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Drives like a car,very quiet. Turns on a dime and can tow 3600 pounds with trailer with brakes. A fun luxury SUV
Anywhere anytime
GeoSmart, 07/08/2019
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've always had beaters and when I had a chunk of money I bought it. It wasn't on the list of acceptable cars to buy but fell in love with its style. Now, 120K later and about 7k maintenance I still love this car and would recommend it to anyone and am thinking about buying another one of the same year just because I love the style and shape of it.
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The worst car I've ever had
julie, 01/01/2009
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
This car is a joke. The battery died after 1 year as did the brakes ($1100 later) I need new tires at a cost of $1200. For the better part of leasing this car I had trouble starting it. I just returned again from the dealership yesterday and it stalled in the parking lot and now a new problem my driver window is no longer working. I really give up. I am putting a sign on this car to advise all never to own a Land Rover.
Had to let it go ...
MrNapa, 11/06/2015
updated 05/14/2018
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
As I thought, and wrote in my last review, the costs of repairs (parts & labor) finally forced me to put my little rover up for sale. It really was a great vehicle while I had it. but I had to finally make a decision: keep putting money into it or purchase another vehicle. I went with the latter choice.
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62000 mile report
mks, 12/08/2009
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Still love it. All I have done is change the oil and tires. Average 21 mpg, comfortable and fun to drive. Best vehicle I have ever owned. Would buy another in a minute. Runs great, lots of great features and everthing is wo easy to use.
AWESOME!
AWESOME!, 08/03/2009
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The LR2 is the best choice in it's class period! The stylish and rugged look is what the land rover is about. The interior works for this vehicle and is easy to control. There is more then enough room in the back and excellent head room compared to any of the other vehicles that we looked at. It's a land rover, its unique and it's should be on your list of SUV's.
Awesome Luxury SUV for the Money
Mark Bulleri, 07/28/2007
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We love our LR2. We tested the MDX and Nissan Murano and as soon as we got into the LR2 and started it up, we were hooked. Our eyes said it all and our salesman knew he hooked us. There are 2 improvements that I would have wanted, more horsepower for changing lanes on the highway and the bluetooth doesn't work with my blackberry. But all in all, I would highly recommend the LR2 it is fun to drive and is super stylish.
Totally disappointed
Totally disappointed, 04/06/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I loved the looks of the SUV. But the maintenance is terrible. New brakes and Rotors at 22,000? Never before in a vehicle Have I had this happen and then New tires needed at 28,000. I was Told that I got the average life out of brakes and Max out of Tires. I had problems with air noise and with the front end steering from day one. I have traded car for BMW that has showed me a Rover is not the way to GO. Very disappointed in the up-keep of this SUV. Glad to no longer be an owner of this SUV.
NO PROBLEMS
Jerry, 06/29/2009
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have just bought this vehicle while away on vacation. I drove it home 525 miles and it was a joy. Gas mileage was 24.8 - 25 mpg while doing 75mph. Everything works as described. I purchased vehicle with the technology and the cold climate packages. I must have bought at the right time because I got $10,000 off the sticker which put the price right at $30,800.
Fun to Drive
forester2, 05/12/2009
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a fun car to drive and is amazingly capable. It is truly a 4X4 and is not just a car with an all wheel drive attached. It handles like a sports car around town and a jeep off road. I have been driving 4X4s at work for near 35 years and can't believe how this rig takes all the drama out of muddy roads. This is a real 4X4 and Land Rover stuffed in about every technical option available somewhere into this high quality rig. No problems so far.
Best Vehicle owned
Trevoro47, 09/27/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I work out of town for a living and average around 40,000km a yr on my vehicles, the Land Rover LR2 has been the best vehicle I have owned and I have owned everything from trucks to cars to vans and I wouldn't drive anything other than my Land rover. admittedly the cargo space is a little tight but aside from that this vehicle is solid! I live in Canada and going through the 7 months of Canadian winters you need a reliable vehicle. Aside from the schedule maintenance I haven't had a single issue with it, even after putting 30000 km on it in 9 months the engine still purrs like a kitten. Love it thanks for the dependability Land Rover. Good job!
i'm smitten!
sherry heverly, 06/30/2009
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just bought my lr2 last week and love it! it is my 2nd LR. it looks great, handles great, and i feel very safe in it. i'm sure there will be some quirks.................it is a landrover, but the dealership is wonderful and really takes care of the cars and their customers. i'm smitten!
Worst Car Ever
unhappy customer, 12/08/2008
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
This is the worst care I have ever had. Land Rover is buying it back as a lemon. The car constantly cuts out while driving, the gas gage constantly tells me I have no gas even when the tank is full and I have taken the key out of the ignition and the car stays on and tells me the key is still in the ignition. I have had nothing but problems, it has been in the shop more than at my home and the guys at Enterprise are my new best friends. I would never, ever buy another Land/Range Rover again, or for that matter even take one if someone gave one to me.
UNRELIABLE LEMON
Mike, 09/09/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 14 people found this review helpful
This is my wife's car. She acknowledges that it was a bad choice. Like someone else said, this is not a real SUV. This is a very low car that should really be a station wagon, but a wagon is better because it has more cargo room. The cargo room in the LR2 is a joke. What were they thinking? You could fit one stroller in there and that's it. This is a city car. It will get you from A to B in relative style, and it's easy to park. That's it. It is not a good grocery getter, not a good family car, nothing like that. This car is really meant for single young professionals who are frugal with their money and want to drive a brand name. Electrical left us stranded more than once.
Be warned
Jimmy, 06/05/2009
2009 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great car until you you need to buy parts. A cracked windshield 3 month back order. Front bumper 6 weeks minimum. Accesories out of sight. 1600 for a tow package, 1000 for roof racks. Already had a fuel pump leak 2 months after buying it. It cost 41,700 I tried to trade it 3 months later and the best i could do is 30,000 and that was at the dealer I bought it from, Before it had a scratch on it. So much for resale value. Drives great good gas milage for an AWD great stereo but will never buy another Landrover at any price
Very Disappointed
West MI Car Owner, 05/14/2010
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Good looking and fun to drive when it works. However, this is the least utilitarian sport utility ever. Clearly a vehicle designed as a tall station wagon for soccer moms and was a big let-down as my first Land Rover. Second sunroof was a cool feature until I discovered that prevented me from having a roof rack, and bumper design made a putting on a hitch a very expensive custom job. The seat heaters drained the battery if you forgot to turn them off and the crazy windshield wipers are $60 each. Also, dependability was surprisingly poor. 2nd week off the lot the car stalled and died on me and wouldn't start again. Pretty embarrassing as I was on a 2nd date. I will NEVER buy LR again!
Fantastic SUV
MarkHalp, 01/25/2008
2008 Land Rover LR2 HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded "down" to the LR2 from the Range Rover Sport and love this SUV. In some ways it is a more enjoyable vehicle. It has more interior room than the Sport, a comparable stereo, looks and for 2/3rds of the price. Although I have only owned this vehicle for a month it has had no problems which is better than I experienced with the Sport in the same time period. Recommended.
Looks good, runs bad!
Nikki, 09/19/2007
2008 Land Rover LR2 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have owned the car for a little over 90 days now, and it has been at the dealership for repair for 35 of those days. Parts to fix the LR2 seem to be quite complicated to get, I have been waiting 2 weeks for a gasket on my new cylinder head. But then, who would think you have to replace a cylinder after 90 days? I also had problems with the car not starting/stalling out.