Which Range Rover Should You Buy? (L405 Buyers' Guide)
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That is the most accurate description of Land Rover reliability I've ever heard. I myself find that hard to explain to people that have never owned a Land Rover.
Pressed like before I've even watched the video! Love your content mate, keep it going :)
Much appreciated!
I pressed like when I saw this com comment
Just watched this after the L322 review, once again a beauty with some brilliant sharp comments. 👏👏👏👏
Discovered your channel before Christmas. Perfectly happy with current car. Watched some L405 vids you'd done. By the 9th Jan I'd swapped our M140i for an L405. Very happy. Had a couple of L322's 6+ years ago so not a complete stranger. SDV8 Vogue SE, ivory on black, 63 reg car, 60k miles, 1 owner with full LR history. Great vehicle and another great video.
I fell in love with the original RR when I was 10 and still really want one. Now have a RR Sport and love it. Base V6 diesel but does everything I need. Very comfy after swapping drug dealer 22 inch rims to 20 inch rims. Fantastic tow vehicle and fantastic all round. This is my 3rd LAnd Rover and I have never had reliability issue with them. Last ones I drive to 250,000 kms or so
Never reliability issue with them? Doubt that.
Even Toyotas break down eventually.
@@WayToManyAssassins I have had the occasional issue, but nothing major. been stranded with flat battery and an alternator failure (10 years old) but these happen to any vehicle. Overall I have found them to be reliable
Great video as always Matt. The wheel size is a compromise between style and fuel economy. On my RR Sport I got 43mpg easily on a motorway run with 20" wheels. With 21" wheels on the same run I get 38.5mpg. But I like my 21's much more than the 20's, so happily put up with the drop in mpg.
Matt, only recently decided to watch your Range Rover videos, I don't know why because i have always been in love with Land Rover models (except 1st Disco). The videos definately do not disappoint me, well done as always. I would fit a separate immobilized switch hidden under the dash if I could ever afford a Range Rover. I did come close to buying a P38 model about 15 years ago, it was my favourite model (looks wise) at the time, .
Yet more sound advice. Makes me want one even more !
Great insight and advice as usual. Much appreciated.
I sold my L322 Westminster in 2018. Best car I've ever owned. Mind-blowing in so many ways, sadly couldn't say the same for the main dealer who looked after it but hey.
The L322 TDV8 specially Facelift version was the very best ever built RR. Built to last forever. Service it well and will keep you smiling every time you get into your beauty. The worst ever built RR is the current new model. Cheap material glued together. Designed for the new young generation with university degrees and no idea about real life and the real world. They will fall for anything if you tell them it is "great and green". You wanna safe the planet? Buy a proper well maintained luxury car which is already produced, take care of it and drive it for many more years. This is called sustainability, not falling for a new electric car and scrap it in less than 5 years because it's dead. 😁
@@houseofwine7704 The 4.4 v8 Diesel sounded great when you tanked it, better than the petrol V8. The only thing I don't miss is cleaning it! Epic car though it really was! :)
@@user-io3vx5zm7s I'm in the market for an L322 and it's a minefield out there. I've been looking for months to find the right one. I'd love the 4.4 TDV8, but with the war on diesels I'm not sure its the right option?
@@warrengeew I have no idea if or when the government intend on clamping down on diesels. I do however recognise that what you buy with regards to condition could drastically effect your pockets. Avoid 100k mile + examples with tow-bars and iffy service history. You want as much history as you can get your hands on. ideally Land Rover or "reliable" specialist. I would recommend taking out a good warranty as well unless your feeling lucky :)
The funniest thing with LR is that they can go in some really arsh places all around the world but the harschest place you can find is there car dealerships.
Love the review... This is exactly what I wanted to know. Been looking at RR and Jaguars as a replacement for my current XJ8 and was hoping to find just this type of info about the RRs.
Thanks !
A Faraday pouch for the keys is also an option, you can get your key cloned by thieves even when out shopping, if the keys are in the pouch it blocks thieves, useful for credit cards too.
I don’t think key cloning is used on LRs anymore. They get access via obd. You can disable proximity unlock thingy too
Thank Doug Demuro for the reliability concern becoming so prevalent. His 2006 RR had lots of issues that he reviewed in his videos. I've owned two and overall, haven't had too many issues, other than the air suspension which is notorious for failing. Years ago, I told the new RR service manager about it right after buying a new RR and he said that he wasn't aware of any suspension issues. Mine failed within about 3 months.
I’ve got a 2003 L322 TD6. It cost me a grand to get it through it’s mot this December just gone, but that was because the rear subframe was all rusted. Other than that (touch wood), it’s been fine. :)
I think Scotty Kilmer is just as much to blame as DD.
Haha they all have plausible deniability, vexes me
Doug did nothing. People moaned about them before his videos. The air suspension only fails if you don't maintain it properly.
@@christoguichard4311 Scotty kilmer is definitely the one to blame
Have to say the L405 still looks so fresh to this day….love them. Thanks for the info about the late 2015 models, will keep that in mind on future searches. Love my RR sport but the big daddy has to be my next purchase.
Always interesting and entertaining, keep up the good work
This was such a great guide and cleared some of the fog away to my current decision making 👍
Thanks Matt. I’ve been waiting for this very video as I’m in that quandary as to what my next car should be. I’ve never owned a RR but have always wanted one and now I know it should be a late 2015 diesel V8 Vogue SE. You’ve saved me from a lot of wasted time and potential disappointment
Picking the wrong one. Love your videos with your honest, knowledgable and witty thoughts. Top man.
Love your content, your delivery and the mix of different cars. From ones I can only dream of to things that are let's say attainable. Thank you !
Thanks for watching
Thank you, a cool buyer's guide and a great fun video.
Great video. Well done 🎉
I'm happy Land Rover didn't deviate too far off in the design / shape of the new L460 from the L405. It'll keep the L405 looking still fresh and modern for years to come.
Absolutely agree with my last two, I bought on service history, Middle age related mileage in my experience a car that’s done less than 1000 miles a year can be trouble...and four matching brand tyres is also good news, both have been completely reliable
Excellent review. Thank you!
Great video. Highly informative and reassuring for first-time Range Rover buyers such as myself.
Brilliant assessment. Much appreciated on your insight as a avid Range Rover user.
Spot on the reliability aspect.
I'm not sure if the theft box is 100% secure.... Best is to install a physical deterrent like a steering lock in addition.
Excellent guide!
We’ve got a 69 plate Range Rover velar SE R Dynamic ,excellent car , was thinking of upgrading to a vogue but really like the velar , we don’t really need anything bigger. It’s got the two touch screens in it , and trust me after a couple of weeks they are a doddle to use , it’s classy too . We love it . Totally agree with you on the reliability , we’ve owned two range rovers and a discovery sport over the last six years and never had an issue .
Yes excellent video review Matt well worth showing us RR enthusiasts all the different specs and various engine options available. On a personal note I'm on my 3rd RR L322 and wouldn't drive anything else tbf. Keep the videos coming there excellent to watch!
Cheers
Always a brilliant video
Hi Matt I used to fit the gear boxes on the Range Rover in the eighties at the Land Rover plant in Solihull West Midlands also drove them round there private speed road where they used to test them out ! Great memories as always Great content !!
Was that true about some guy working there who was stealing parts and building his own Range Rover at home
My dad was your boss. He was the Executive Dir for 20 years before he retired.
This was a great video which I came across as I was starting to look for an L405 Range Rover and found it full of really sound advice. I ended up purchasing a 1 owner 2016 TDV8 Autobiography in metallic grey with ivory interior, complete main dealer service history and a massive spec. My previous vehicle was a Discovery 3 which I owned for 14 years covering 266,000 miles, it did a lot of towing with horse boxes and large trailers and saw a lot of off road use too. Yes it was not cheap to run but never let me down to the extent I could not get home or to where I was going, regular servicing was the key including a refurbished gearbox at 200,000 miles. The L405 still makes me grin like a kid in a sweet shop every time I drive it and I have had it for nearly a month now. I agree with Matt, this is the best car in the world bar none, such a privilege to own.
just the kind of video I needed, awesome information mate...
This video is right on time. I'm actually asking myself this question.
Stock all the way Matt. No blackened out windows or the vulgar black wheels which looks tacky as hell I'd definitely have one in a car collection 😍
The Range Rover is far more complex than 99% of all other cars. It's ultimate luxury with all the gadgets that can wade through a meter of water. It shouldn't really be surprising that more complex product can break in more ways - especially if owners don't do the required expensive maintenance.
Another great video matt
Thanks Matt! Now my dreams can be much more technical and detailed whenever i go to a Land Rover dealership in them, and buy myself a Range Rover! Jokes aside, always fun to watch your videos!
Good video and review and talking sense
I have a 2016 L405 with the 5.0 liter V8 and absolutely love it. Personally the 2017, is the best year IMO due to the larger navigation screen.
Your right I have a 14 L405 SC v8 and the sceeens lagy. Definitely upgrading it soon. Engines what matters anyways but the screens lagy
Hi Matt …love your channel and never miss a video..just so refreshing to hear your proper “ blood and guts “approach to car reviews .
I like you am a “died in the ground “Range Rover nut.
I have the same model as yours in the same trim , colour and engine …22,000 miles and have it serviced every six months my local specialist ( their top mechanic is 100 years old and needs good eyes to see through his glasses) but that experience you just do not get in main dealerships.
But more to the point I have just bought a real keeper as well ….A Fuji white 2013 RRS supercharged , 20,000 miles , One owner ( A previous client of mine) it has every extra ( heated wheel , sunroof etc)and in totally as new condition it’s like it’s just come from the showroom…kept in a heated garage as part of a collection and serviced every year by Landrover. It has an exhaust modification by Landrover and sounds like angry thunder !
Not sure what that car would have been new but I paid £22,000.00 and I bloody love it.
Just goes to show the quality you can get for not a great deal of money.
Cheers Matt …looking forward to your next offering.
That sounds like a great buy! Welndone
I’ve had five Rangies and looking for my sixth which will probably be an L405 SDV8 LWB Autobiography….. they are every car you’ll ever need and such a pleasure on 600 mile road trips with loads of gear!
Great car and another great vid. Had a L322 TDV8 it was 18 months old when I bought it. I kept it for 4 years the longest I’ve ever had a car for. Best all round car on the road.
Very nice!
Thank you!
Very informative and I thank you for that!
Love your Range Rover videos! That’s how I discovered you and your channel 👍
Thanks for watching
Love the video matt as always
I have a 2013 RRS autobiography 64k miles owned for 6 months , 1 month into ownership both turbos went!!!! Luckily I bought with a warranty that covered £2k of the cost but still cost me £1k on top!!!
Love the car but am now worried might break again!
Cars eh!
Really great video. Wish there was something like this for all the cars I consider buying!
Thanks!
Great video! Thank you for the feature.
No probs. Cheers
Man I am never missing another Sunday drive with you again! Not sure how you are so composed will driving and taking. Apparently I don’t have this talent lol
Great video, very useful. Love your channel, my car´s reviews favorite, Thanks for your work and for a non bias review of the Range Rover. As a owner of a Evoque and looking to purchase a L405, this information is gold. Greetings from Spain!
Gracias por ver mi canal 😉
Really informational and honest a video that is appreciated.
Thanks!
As always really enjoyed your vid. Like you, I’m committed to the Land Rover brand. Currently on my fourth Range Rover which is a 2021 that I ordered 1 year ago. I’ve never had problems with any of my RR’s and really love them. No SUV like them. The other day a guy saw me get in my RR (which is the blue one you showed in the vid) and felt the need to warn me that once the warranty was up it would fall apart like his wife’s did. After further discussion they did not have it regularly serviced and never serviced the gearbox so we’re shocked and angry when they had transmission problems. They fixed it but decided to trade it in for a more reliable SUV such as an Audi Q7
Hi, I have been watching your videos for a while. As a result, I bought Jag Xi 3.00D then a RR l322 and now L405. I did not sell my L322 4.2 SC because I love it too much. Just want to thank you for your recommendations as I
love the cars I bought because of your videos.
Very nice!
Great video again. Informative, interesting and funny. I doubt I’ll ever own a RR but would be my choice if I got the chance. Along with a Bentley GTC on the drive…sorted! 😉
Best review on Range Rover ever ❤
Love the expertise. Could you do a video on the previous generation Range Rover.
Thanks
Couldn’t agree more on your comments regarding there Reliability!
Hi great videos. You might find as with my Jaguar XF that there is a combination of button presses on the key fob that turns off the keyless entry. I find it much easier than constantly keeping the keys in a Faraday pouch or box and don't mind pressing a button to open the car. I love the look of your RR and have always wanted one. Who knows , maybe one day.
Oh you bad, bad man...great video. I parted company with my L322 Vogue SE just before Covid. Yes, the ERG valves went, the hose to the turbo split, the air suspension failed, and the cooling unit on the driver seat went, but I loved that car. The €2350 per year road tax was a bummer but I routinely got 35-38 mpg and nothing drove like it'd the drive from Ireland to the north of Scotland was effortless. I miss it so much that I'm looking for another but this time an L405.
Hi Matt- thanks for vlog, I'm gonna get myself one this summer in the UK when I can travel over from Alicante, re; reliability I had a Spanish reg Shogun for 14 years, 3 years in ... the airbag controller went- €600, 4 years in the diesel pump blocked up- €700, then it failed again while I was over in the UK later that year- recovery fee plus repair at the main dealer, finally the factory GPS antenna packed up at which point I sold it when it was 17 years old, I've never had an RR but I now love the look of them especially the modern slitty headlights, I can't decide which model yet but I'll definitely give you a shout when my dividend pays out, cheers !
Still don't know why I don't forward to skip parts in your reviews.........your great my friend 🤝
Always great viewing
Thanks!
Great video of a highly desirable car. I can see why they are so popular and if they were in my budget I would consider one although some of the stories you hear about reliability would bother me tbh. Finding a well cared for example and keeping up with the maintanence should help minimise problems. Still think JLR need to be improving the quality/relability of the RR and all its products - so far their new CEO seems to be just talk!!
Gr3at Video, answered all my questions.👍
love these videos
Thanks!
You are the best. I’m buying one this month
Hi mat great video as usual, never had a range rover but always loved the idea of having one, and now I know what one to buy thanks mat ,cheers Phil
Cheers Phil
Turn the keyless entry off and always use the double lock function helps against theft as well.
Great Video thank you.
Agree with every word.
I am fortunate to own a 2019 autobiography and it is superb - the best car I’ve ever owned.
I've only driven one and it was recently. Unfortunately it was a short drive but on the upside it was a 70 plate. 3 litre diesel pulls along nicely I wouldn't want to daily one on small streets of Birmingham but soo nice on the dual carriageway. Had high expectations and wasn't disappointed considering how long that model has been around
Liked and as always, a very informative presentation. This video has made me 'crave' this car to a point I am mentally willing the Euromillion to drop in my favour tonight!😎😎
Haha sorry
😂😂😂😂😂 this was a very informative and hilarious video. I'm on my way on the Great Western Railway to Devon to pick up a new car. Perfect video. Happy Sunday!
I just recently started watching your content especially the Range Rover videos you really knowledgeable mate thanx for the great information one day i have faith that i will drive my favorite car (RR) and i will definitely inbox you for more guidance.
Hey, excellent video. You didn’t mention the 3.0 SDV6 HEV introduced to the line up in early 2013. And the D300, D350 both MHEV. Or the P400e. I’ve had my MY14 Hybrid diesel Range Rover for 5 years and is excellent. Having driven the D350 the in line 6 cylinder ingenium engine is a worthy successor to the V6 diesels delivery SDV8 performance and greater economy. Lastly, the P400e for the BiK.
Thank you for a excellent video ❤😊
It’s mad I use to hate the Land Rover brand but I’ve been liking them recently, a lot of research and I think I’m going to buy one. Great videos as always mate love your channel
Spot on again, I purchased a Nissan murano after listening to your advice and it's been spot on as a luxury workhouse for my business, am now looking at range rovers so yet again thank you for passing on your experience and know how, keep up the good work.
That theft lock box is a brilliant tool.
Great vid 👍
I’ve bought one 2015 4.4 v8 love it !
Yup. I'm another very satisfied RR owner now on my fourth. I have to admit though that the new one is a Velar D300 V6 HSE but in no way a disappointment, quite the contrary in fact. None of the RR's I've owned have ever let me down, biggest job was a clutch on my 1998 P38.
Absolutely spot on advise.
Cheers
Informative as ever Matt. 👍
Thanks
Love your work 👍
Thanks!
Just bought a RR and can’t agree more with this video
Enjoy your report. I have a 2013 Autobiography, 3 litre diesel. have had it since 3 years old 45000miles. Shipped to New Zealand. am a retired motor man so know how to look after it. Great car only trouble the rear top tailgate refuses to close itself and is resistant to correction. Now done 70000 miles and at 76 it will stay with me for the duration. Also have 1987 XJS V12 cabriolet which is a challenge.
We own a 2016 Range Rover sport sdv8. Best road trip car ever, it’s also a good car around town and even better on the highway, such a great engine too.
Nothing quite like a Range Rover, great content as always mate, nice one.
Thanks 👍
4.4 V8 Autobiography LWB would be my choice. Took a lot of convincing for my grandad to get a V8 model after decades of owning v6 s classes but very much worth it 😍
Excellent analysis of such a fantastic automobile. Completely concur with your assessment of the reliability issue. Prior to 2010, RR did have issues, but they have overcome them to provide a well engineered marvel. Beauty, style, and performance. The triumvirate of the auto world.
Beautiful car, but used I’d be scared with potential maintenance running costs
I’m loving you’re the walking Range Rover Encyclopaedic Matt - I’m usually feeling as the worlds only Range Rover brand ambassador- as I love them. ❤️the 4.4 SDV8 is lovely to drive 👌I’m going to watch the rest of your video now buddy
Thanks!
One of my dream cars, still love the L322 aswell
As someone who has recently got a bad back I'd love a nice range rover. But as I live in the Netherlands now I just can't stomach the €3100 road tax per year for one here. Its crazyy
That’s mad. I wouldn’t pay that either
That must be a Range Rover 2.7 TdV6 S, SE or HSE. Otherwise the NL road tax per year for Range Rovers is around €2000 (stil a lot of money though).
Cheers for this.
A biscuit tin can operate as an adequate Faraday cage.
Also, you can quite easily disable keyless entry so you need to push the buttons to get in.
Thanks for the fab video in persuading me to buy a RR rather than a cayenne which was my original choice
I wish my JLR salesman is like you! What an awesome guy! No nonsense just straight to the point. 🥂
Thanks!
Fantastic buying guide I still can’t afford one! But thank you!!