2005 Land Rover LR3 Review
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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Highly advanced suspension well suited for on-road cruising and off-road adventures, fold-flat second- and third-row seats, opulent interior, optional 600-watt stereo, powerful V8.
Cons
- Only one engine available, priced higher than its competitors.
What’s new
Thanks to a new platform co-designed by Ford, a 300-horse V8 borrowed from Jaguar, sumptuous interior appointments and a wide array of high-tech gadgetry, the all-new midsize LR3 promises to be one of the best Rovers yet.
Edmunds says
A powerful V8 engine, cutting-edge suspension technology and interior appointments fit for royalty should land the LR3 in the top tier of luxury SUVs, especially for those who actually plan on traveling off the beaten path.
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7 listings
- 144,894 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 5 Seats, 13 City / 17 Hwy MPG
- TK Auto Spokane Valley (940 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Spokane Valley, WA
Don't miss out on this Luxury SUV! Take on the roads with power and style in this 2005 Land Rover LR3 SE! Equipped with a robust 4L NA V8 DOHC 32V eng...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (13 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: SALAA254X5A300650
Stock: 12216
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-30-2025- 227,904 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
- 5 Seats, 13 City / 17 Hwy MPG
- South Atlanta Motorsports (1,120 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in McDonough, GA
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE V8 7-Seater SUV. We sold this Land Rover right here over 10 years ago. Traded in on a new one. Lots of Service History/Recei...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (13 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: SALAA25445A302622
Stock: 302622
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-08-2023
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$320/mo for LR3 SE
LR3 SE
vs
$176/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
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Overall a great vehicle!
4.38 out of 5 starsbill4516, 10/11/2013
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
Bought a used 2005 LR3 V8 with 75,000 miles. Now just about to turn 100,000. Overall I love this vehicle and (knock wood) have not had any mechanical issues. Besides it's amazing appearance, it was cheaper than a used Tahoe 4X4. It rides very smoothly and has just the right amount of power. The a/c ( I live in Phoenix) works great. I'm hoping that it stays reliable. It hasn't however … been problem free. The glove box door broke, the little door that covers the cigarette light won't stay up ( I don't smoke), the handle for the back storage area floor board came off and my side molding has come off twice. Once while four wheeling and once in a car wash (poor design). Still love the car!
Things to Look For in a Used LR3
4.5 out of 5 starsOoltewahLR3, 06/16/2010
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
I bought this LR3 in 2008 when gas prices skyrocketed, and everyone was dumping their SUVs for better fuel economy. I bought a 2005 LR3 V8 with 30k miles for $20k with a full bumper to bumper warranty. Once I took it off- road with the dealership mechanics, I fell in love with it. I don't care that the sunroof leaks - at least not that much. If you buy one, make sure to buy it during a … rain storm and drive it aggressively. That's when you'll notice a leak problem if there is one. Also - look for signs of leakage below the VIN number plate. There is a piece of paper below it (likely from the factory). If it is discolored, it is probably from one of those crummy sunroof drains.
The little things
4 out of 5 starsWill4516, 11/11/2015
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 6A)
The ride, comfort and off road ability are amazing. It's the little things that are bothersome. All of these happened after 90,000 miles. Broken handle on glove box, broken radio button, handle on back storage compartment fell off, power front seat went out, drivers side power window button won't open back passenger side window, lost two rear exterior rocker panels in car wash and rear … lift gate pistons went out. Not to mention the trip meter, gas mileage indicator, and miles till empty read out work some days and some days dont. At 120,000 miles this thing runs like it did at 50,000 miles. But the little things are incredibly annoying.
Purchased '05 in '10 (LR3SE)
5 out of 5 starslandroverjack, 01/29/2012
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 6A)
I absolutely love this vehicle.
I've owned two 4-Runners, a Land Cruiser, an Audi and two BMW's.
This LR3 is far and away my favorite vehicle.
I will never own any other type of transportation.
Ease of use and it's generous driving proportions are a delight to the hands and feet.
I purposely sought one that did not have the navigation as they just a pain overall.
Especially when my … iPhone can take me anywhere.... anyhow.
This vehicle has the cold weather package which I recommend if you live in the north.
I've been out in the boonies with this man-car a few times and have driven it cross country twice.
Did its duty and worked like a manly man car should.
I dig it.
2005 LR3 Highlights
SE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $38,285 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 14 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $320/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 44.5 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | four wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the LR3 include:
- Alarm
- Stability Control
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 – OriginalNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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