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2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Consumer Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

This car is not reliable, don't buy it

Debcos, 12/17/2019
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
89 of 90 people found this review helpful

Unfortunately, since the time I bought this car (end of September 2018) I had many issues with my new Land Rover Velar 2019. First issues were mostly electrical (screen not working, error messages while being stopped at a red light, back camera not working, etc. I took the car in two opportunities and they explained these cars usually need software updates. I thought I should not waste my time taking the car to the dealer but did it…. I also had a weird noise with the breaks. They had to change them. Then I had to take the car for the Annual Service. They checked everything and in less than a month, my engine light was on! Took the car AGAIN and they said it was another engine software (not sure why no one update this when I took the car for my annual service?). But after taking the car 2 times, in less than a month my engine light went on AGAIN!! I was so upset and frustrated. The dealer suggested me that I contact Land Rover Customer Service for a Re-Purchase, as it’s obvious to me I have a defective car… After talking to someone for 38 minutes, she asked me many questions about my car, even if I have already paid for the car which we did, she simply said my case didn’t apply for re-purchase. She didn’t explain why or what was the criteria. Her only “solution” was for me to keep taking my car to the dealer. What type of solution is this? I asked to talk to her supervisor. She said he would call in the next 5 hours which he didn’t. He called passed the 5 hours and left a message saying I should follow this with the customer service representative, like ignoring my request of talking to him…. I’m EXTREMELY DISSAPOINTED WITH LAND ROVER CUSTOMER SERVICE. My advice is: if you want a car that works and is reliable, PLEASE don’t buy this car, it’s gorgeous but it’s not reliable and customer service will not help you at all. They will just send you to the dealer and you will waste your time and money taking the car for service many times.

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Worst vehicle I have ever owned!!!!! DON'T BUY IT!

Bon Fit, 10/22/2020
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
47 of 48 people found this review helpful

My 2019 Velar R has been plagued with issues from the day I drove it off the lot. It was in service the next day! The infotanement system which is also the heating, air, defrost controls is plagued with issues. Many times it goes completely black. You have to shut the vehicle off to get it to reboot. This also happens when driving & the interface with Apple I-phone is terrible. They say you need a Apple cord. It does not help. It is distracting when driving because it takes your attention off the road putting you in danger of an accident. Transmission problems on-going from date of purchase. The worst...I put it in park and was behind the vehicle, it shifted into reverse and almost ran us over. I had to rush into the vehicle and shift it back into park and shut the vehicle off. The the transmission knob flashes yellow and you cannot get the vehicle to go over 30 mph. When you applly the gas it slows way down... one of these times it was a fuel pump. Other times when the vehicle shuts off when you stop it will not go back into gear. When i'm at a stop light I have to shut the vehicle off and restart to get it to go into gear. This has happened constatntly since the day I got it. NOT FIXED! Then there is the issue with coolant fan revving constantly. I have had it in for this everytime when I took it in for other issues. Over a year into the lease it had a recall for this but is now doiing it again! The lane change assist, when on a curved fwy tries very hard to push you into the other lane because it does not know the road is curved. It is a fight to keep the vehicle in the lane. tailgate foot swipe to open does not work 80% of the time! The Turbo lag is the worst of any car I have ever driven! Terrible engine! The Land Rover Discovery has better pick-up than the Velar. I have 15,000 miles on the vehicle and it has been in for service probably 25 times! I have asked Land Rover ot buy the vehicle back. They say it doesn't qualify. I am filing a "Lemon Law" case againt Land Rover/Range Rover. Biggest issue is it is extremely unsafe!!!

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5 out of 5 stars

Technology galore

Rovering Rover, 12/14/2018
updated 06/18/2021
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
51 of 57 people found this review helpful

If your looking for a mid size luxury SUV then you should at least consider the Range Rover Velar. This is my first Land Rover and I'm quite impressed with the quality and workmanship of this vehicle. Although they don't come cheap, I think that you will find the technology very rewarding and enjoyable. The ride is wonderful and the 2.0 liter turbo is very responsive and provides very good fuel economy. The age old concern is Land Rover reliability but I'll hope for the best in a second year model and cross that bridge when it comes but for now I'm very impressed with my Range Rover Velar. Update to my first review still finds my Velar with no issues. The car continues to be a fun car to drive and even more so now that I’ve had time to figure out more of the technological features. Great vehicle and very satisfied with my purchase. Update to my purchase- After 15,000 miles my vehicle is still a joy to drive. No buyers remorse at all. Update after 2 years of ownership- had an issue with the excessive fan noise relating to the cooling system but that was corrected under warranty. Other than that everything has worked as designed and the cat still looks like it could be sold as new. Very well built vehicle with quality materials. Update of review after 36,000 miles has the vehicle still in like new condition but have experienced continuous problems pertaining to the cooling systems. Local dealership is very slow to correct problems under warranty which is very annoying. The battery died way before it should have and it is a battery replacement that is under warranty but can only come from Land Rover which is also very annoying. I would applaud the Velar as a wonderful driving SUV with quality workmanship but expect to make return trips to the dealership for issues with reliability.

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Troublesome 😩

Stockwell, 02/04/2020
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
31 of 35 people found this review helpful

Brought the 2019 version, been at dealer shop 3 times already. I can only said advance design with lots of pre-mature technology.

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5 out of 5 stars

2020 Ranger Rover Velar - Great Deal

Rares, 03/10/2020
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar P380 R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful

Cross shopped a variety of brands and price per feature was very competitive, did not get a better price for this size of SUV form BMW, Mercedes or Audi. Dealer offered me a sizeable discount on a factory order plus 0.9% financing. Overall very satisfied. Wifi module did not work on day one & it was immediately replaced based on the 4 year or 80,000 km warranty. Best looking SUV out there! Only downside is fuel consumption which for the 0-60 in 5 something seconds is expected. Would purchase again.

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5 out of 5 stars

I disagree

LouisG, 11/09/2019
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar P380 R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
33 of 39 people found this review helpful

Just bought a velar 2020 380 HSE Dynamic and couldn't be happier. When driving it feels like Im gliding and just gets better with the increase in speed. Im a network engineer and deal with technology. The infotainment is easy to navigate, all you have to do is sit down and get a feel for it. Ai have everything included and believe the price is worth every penny. I also went ahead and I got an extended warranty and extra stuff just in case. Im really good with maintaning my vehicle so I have no worries. I believe that a lot of the issues have been fixed and honeslty, you should never buy the first models. Thats why I waited till next years came out.

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I love this suv

Brock Daly, 06/30/2021
2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar P400 R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I love everything about this luxury suv, the only thing is the reliability, it’s average but not great

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5 out of 5 stars

A True Luxury!!!

Rahpat9, 01/20/2021
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar P250 S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

A true luxury car in the market. Everything in the car feels solid from the doors to the small plastic pieces. The ride quality is more smoother than I expected. The biggest thing is engine and transmission combo. It's not underpower in any way.

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2 out of 5 stars

2023 Velar not cool

DVK, 05/17/2023
2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar P400 HST 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

MY Velar 2023 has less than 1000 miles and is a little over a month old. I noticed it was leaking coolant and my dealer said to have it towed to the dealership. Which I did. The SUV never gave me any warming that my Vehicle was leaking coolant. My SUV has been in the shop for two days. The dealership can not get the part, and the dealership has no loaners. I wish I would of never sold my ML 2015 Mercedes. The SUV is beautiful but this is very disappointing.

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WORST CAR & CUSTOMER SERVICE - BUYER BEWARE

VR, 02/11/2021
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

Bought this car October 2018, the problems began within a year. Most of the issues are electronic - screen, fan, error messages, etc. The latest issue was when I took the car in for a "Check-Engine" light on issue. It has been in the Jaguar Land Rover Charlotte shop for FIVE months, and they cannot fix the Check Engine light. Finally, I was told that just live with it and only bring it in if it "FLASHES". I am very disappointed with the JLR organization and JLR Charlotte - worst service ever. Please do yourself a favor look elsewhere. There are better vehicles and service providers.

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