The 2024 Land Rover Range Rover broadcasts style and luxury from every angle. This highly evolved SUV is part British elegance, part extroverted muscle and part modern tech. The thing looks like it was hewn from a block of solid steel with rounded edges and smooth, arcing lines. And it drives with a similar solidity.
For 2024, Land Rover has made a variety of changes to the Range Rover. Under the hood, the SV trim now comes exclusively with a more powerful turbocharged V8 engine. Called the P615, it makes 606 horsepower. It joins the carryover P530 V8 that has to make do with a mere 523 hp. Land Rover has also upped the power output of the available plug-in hybrid powertrain (now called the P550e) to produce 108 more hp and 133 lb-ft of torque than last year.
Of course, Range Rover hasn't forgotten its off-road roots. The Range Rover offers a height-adjustable air suspension, which can yield up to 11.1 inches of ground clearance, though that does seem at odds with its optional 23-inch wheels. Four-wheel steering enables the big SUV to turn sharper than its size would suggest, making parking easier. The 2024 model also offers a new cruise control mode that can be used while off-roading.
Inside, the 2024 Range Rover competes with the best in the business for style and finish quality. Though masterfully executed aesthetically, the Rover's abundance of functions are sometimes hard to find or understand. Some improvements to the center screen have been made for 2024, however. The infotainment display now features two permanent sidebars to make navigating the climate controls simpler, and the system now features haptic feedback to help confirm your taps on the screen.
Overall, we like this big SUV for its refined elegance and comfort. You can learn a lot more about what our test team thinks by reading our Expert Rating below.
Edmunds Expert Rating
Our VerdictThe Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
The Range Rover is a stunner and knows it — this latest version of the iconic SUV is built to impress. It has a strong engine and refined driving dynamics that eliminate unpleasantness for those in the cabin. There are also numerous splashy features and a spacious interior. There is no ignoring the price, however, and cargo space is limited. Still, its sheer style and presence will seal the deal for many people.
Rated for you by America's best test team.How does the Range Rover drive? We tested the Range Rover SE with the long wheelbase and third-row seating and P400 engine. It's a big SUV, weighing in at nearly 6,000 pounds. In our testing, the SUV reached 60 mph in a remarkable 6.1 seconds. Still, it prefers to be driven leisurely and delivers a comfortable and refined ride. The smooth gear shifts are especially notable.
Should you attempt to take your Range Rover off-road, there are a number of capable tools at your disposal, from two locking differentials to a standout maximum ground clearance of over 11 inches, plus five terrain driving modes including Wade for traversing rivers. Feasibility for aggressive off-roading is debatable given its delicate bodywork, but it's still hard to beat this SUV's capabilities at any price.
Steering and handling are another issue. The Range Rover is tuned for comfort, which in this case means somewhat loose steering and a suspension that allows noticeable body lean during cornering. The brakes are strong, but some three-row luxury SUVs can stop from 60 mph in a shorter distance. On the plus side, all-wheel steering is standard, meaning the rear wheels will turn in the opposite direction of the front wheels to aid your turning capability at low speeds. It's helpful especially when parking.
How comfortable is the Range Rover? The Range Rover's standard air suspension is the star of the show. Its ability to provide a luxurious ride over all road surfaces is a delight. Our test vehicle rode on 23-inch wheels, usually a detriment to ride quality and comfort due to the necessary low-profile tires. But the suspension smoothed out nearly all road imperfections.
Also impressive are the optional 24-way power-adjustable front seats, and all three rows enjoy supple cushioning and a supportive structure to keep passengers happy. The Range Rover's comfort is betrayed, however, by its underpowered climate control. And while an airtight cabin eliminated outside noise, we noticed creaks and rattles you don't experience with other luxury marques.
Continue reading Edmunds Expert Rating belowHow’s the interior? The interior of the Range Rover SE is a joy. It's easy to climb in and out of thanks to massive door openings and helpful steps, not to mention an automatically lowering suspension. Neat stuff. Inside it's spacious in the first two rows, but adults will find the third row cramped. The Range Rover also has enormous windows to aid visibility and reduce blind spots. We found it had an excellent driving position that is easily adjustable.
As for drawbacks, it's the same old story for Range Rover veterans. Buttons and controls, as well as commands within the touchscreen, are difficult to find and operate. Sometimes their function is unclear, other times they're buried in numerous menus, and still other times they take two or three tries to work. A familiar issue that deflates our otherwise verdant enthusiasm.
How’s the tech? The single-most pressing issue we noticed with technology is the voice controls, which simply don't recognize most commands. The Range Rover system handles addresses fine, but it struggles with points of interest and doesn't offer natural language functionality like many rivals.
The tech found elsewhere impresses. Maps and turn-by-turn directions are clear and simple to follow, while you can easily connect wirelessly to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto if you prefer. Another strength is the suite of advanced driver aids featuring a smooth adaptive cruise control system. Of particular note is the lane-centering steering, which can often be annoying in modern cars, but the Range Rover's subtle application felt smooth and helpful.
How’s the storage? In a three-row Range Rover like our test vehicle, cargo space is a bit disappointing. It has only 8.7 cubic feet behind the third row, or roughly half the space of a Mercedes GLS, and far less than a Cadillac Escalade or Lincoln Navigator, which have extended-wheelbase versions that dwarf the Range Rover. Fold the third row down and it actually offers more space than the GLS, though, so we give it some leeway.
Towing is a strength, at 7,716 pounds of maximum capacity, which is plenty for most trailers and boats. (The V8-powered Range Rover has a higher max capacity, at 8,200 pounds.) There is enough space throughout the interior for personal belongings but only just — nothing goes above and beyond what you might find elsewhere. For those with small children, installing car seats is easy because the anchors are easy to find and use.
How’s the fuel economy? Such a large, heavy vehicle is significantly aided by its standard mild hybrid system. The Range Rover SE returned 21.3 mpg on our 115-mile evaluation route, right in line with its EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined. This indicates an accurate real-world return, though if your driving includes mostly city streets you may see this figure suffer. For an SUV of this size, it's commendable fuel economy.
Is the Range Rover a good value? The Range Rover features eye-popping, bombastic features — including a marvelous air suspension and loads of off-road equipment — and is priced accordingly. While that may seem a fair trade for well-heeled buyers, the cost could easily turn more discerning customers away. The sense of luxury, style and exclusivity is there, but questionable interior plastics and consistent on-road creaking lessened our enthusiasm. Land Rover offers coverage of four years/50,000 miles for both the basic warranty as well as drivetrain protection, which is average warranty coverage for the class. That said, this is the industry standard for large luxury SUVs.
The Range Rover isn't exactly fun to drive, but boy oh boy, does it ever have presence. The elegant exterior styling appears to have been carved by a glacier, and its standard air suspension dramatically lowers the vehicle upon your approach. Few vehicles can command attention and admiration on sight like this one. Take our advice and experience it at night when the glowing ambient lights amplify an already palatial experience.
We recommend the Autobiography trim for most Range Rover buyers. In addition to Land Rover's excellent V8 engine, it adds lots of creature comforts and amenities without sending the price out of control.
The 2024 Land Rover Range Rover is available in two basic configurations: standard-wheelbase (SWB) and long-wheelbase (LWB) models, with the latter offering more rear legroom. Both come with standard seating for five, but the Range Rover LWB is available with a third row of seating. There are three trim levels to choose from: SE, Autobiography and SV. Read on for more details on the Land Rover's engines and features.