Should You Buy a 2018- Facelift RANGE ROVER L405? (5.0 P525)
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No. No. I absolutely should not. It's a ridiculous purchase, I'd never recover financially. But do i want one? Oh god yes.
You'd recover financially if you had much more money than the cost of the car, or if you never went on holiday lol
@@tarkilldudegaming2296 or ate no food, lived in a tent and consumed only what I was capable of cultivating in my own armpit hair.
@@bricktop. Cultivating in the armpit?? 🤣 You can grow potatoes in there
Hi Matt! Love the Range Rover comment! Why does everyone not have one? Please get a p38 on the channel!
Hi Matt! Love the Range Rover content! Why does everyone not have one? Please get a p38 on the channel!
Your "how to justify buying a Range Rover" videos always make me smile.
I’ve got to do it otherwise I have that nagging doubt in my mind I’m going to end up bankrupt
@@HighPeakAutos you should run a competition to see how many range rovers you've reviewed on this channel, it might stimulate views on other reviews whilst viewers are trying to count the range rover ones :)
@@HighPeakAutosthe literal comparison of the 5 star hotel not offering towels did it for me if i am going to make payments i want to have it ALL or at least what the original owner decided and hope was ALL the Options lol
'The Range Rover is the best car in the world. It just is.' Can't beat a thoroughly well thought out and comprehensively constructed opinion! 😄
Obviously you don’t know JLR then…
best suv at least
@@v12-s65
No it’s not…. What is the Definition of best…???
@@Incountry he clearly said best all rounder multiple times. Can't really disagree with that
@@TheFlyingClutchman
Opinion isn’t fact, like a feeling is just of personal nostalgia but isn’t fact…. As a brother of a sibling who owns and operates two JLR franchises not because of the “Best 4x4xfar” played for the public but the income it suggests (even though the warranty work is crazy) is very lucrative for the family member…
JLR vehicles are poorly constructed, parts are not substantial, quality just isn’t there even though the engines used in Europe are not the same as used in the US (variants) electronics still fail engines with or with a SC continue to fail, the diesels have issues, they’ve even had UK JLR factory technicians fly over for few weeks at a time trying to figure out the issues.
So try not to soak your panties when thinking of “the RANGE ROVER….”
Matt, while I’m also a self confessed LR addict, I had two L405’s from new, back to back and they were dogs. The P525 was incredible but broke down twice in 36 hours, lesson learned.
What issues did you have? Reliability is my big concern. I've heard they aren't as bad as they used to be. Now that they are using the n63 motor from BMW, I might opt for that.
Just bought one and quite literally the most comfortable vehicle I’ve ever driven. All my friends have negative opinions about the Range Rover, I think it’s amazing and I already want another one!
“Should you buy blonde hair dye”. That’s the vid I’m waiting for haha
I must say…. I absolutely love your videos. Every day I check in to see if there is a new video. It doesn’t matter which car you are reviewing, I just enjoy them all. In particular I like your videos on old cars because, lets face it, thats what most of us can afford. Please keep up the great work 🙏🏼
I hope you get to review the new xc90 t8 soon. From what I can tell, we share a similar appreciation for certain cars and the aforementioned Volvo has been my biggest ownership surprise in recent years. Just a terrific all rounder. That said, I still miss the sense of accomplishment you get behind the wheel of the Range Rover.
I’d like to drive one of those
@@HighPeakAutos Happy to offer mine, if your travels take you to Vancouver, BC 😎
T8 wtf? That must be a tank engine
Great to see another RR video from you Matt. Your enthusiasm is addictive and your confidence in the brand is heartily encouraging. Your previous one is serving me well.
Pleased to hear it. Cheers
Another brilliant video with a bit of humour. I love the fact it's quiet and unassuming whilst still being hot hatch fast i would never get tired of that. If you're ever stuck for space Matt I'd happily look after it for you 😉
You’ve worked hard for it, so it’s deserved. Quality car!
Mate of mine just payed £106000 for his. Just taken it in for the 1000 mile run in service check and when he asked if everything was OK they said " yes just a little oil leak on gearbox but nothing to worry about yet". I was daft enough to have 2 and both threw out so much transmission fluid I had to have my drive re- block paved. My wife and I used to try and guess the stance of ours in the morning as the air suspension would constantly play up and leave the rear or the front on the ground. When they work they are great but you know when it's getting bad when your on fist name terms with the recovery drivers.
Could you get land rover to pay for the damage done to your driveway?
An oil leak after just 1000 miles for a >£100k vehicle (presumably from new at that price)?
To call that worrying is like calling a broken leg "inconvenient". 😬
why would you accept that?
Paid...
Lovely car....sometimes you have to follow your heart not your head.....or we'd all be driving a Toyota Yaris!
That’s right. Nothing wrong with the Prius or the Yaris
As always absolutely brilliant! And the one liners, puns, dry wit and delivery are fantastic! Towards the end of this review, I would actually call it life affirming and reassuring. We genuinely appreciate and love you Matt! The Best at what you do. No one gets close…
Harry Metcalfe?
Good job on the camera work on this video! Its a good step up from before :D
You're right on two fronts here: (i) time is the most precious commodity and (ii) although I hanker after a Range Rover, there's no justification for spending £60-80k on one ...
You are a Land Rover connoisseur Matt. Never used to like these but watching your vids has changed my mind. If I had the money, I prob would get one and put up with the inevitable host of issues that will come up at some point. I guess when you sit up so high and comfortable, it's hard to them switch to anything else.
On holidays in Riga from Ireland. Still ain't gonna miss the latest video 😂
Lucky b*****t
Simply,
You are an excellent Ultimate Driving Machine Specialist.
Best commentary masterpiece.
Great to see a great Range Rover video! These are what got me hooked to your channel
I totally agree with your review. I have just swapped my 2018 P525 Autobiography for a newer low mileage 2020 SV Autobiography P565. This has every option imaginable and is almost too powerful and harder riding than the P525. I can safely say that the P525 is the best and most satisfying car I have ever owned. It was a beautiful Dark Metallic Racing Green with a Tan Leather interior and always felt really special. I have gone for the the 2020 SV while I wait for my series 5 to arrive. Pity about the change of engine from the 5L V8 supercharged to a 4.4L BMW V8 Twin Turbo in the new model. I have really like the 5L V8 , the economy is quite respectable. I think the P525 2018 model is an extremely hard act to beat!
Great video (as always) love the wood inserts
Boy does this look a million times better than the new generation.
Love it! I think there's a good reason why people who have massive car collections always have a Range Rover in it, and the Range Rover is always the car they use the most!
Nice Matt. Worthy video for a mid week binge. Worlds best car. Classy and elegant design and the L405 is the most luxurious Rangey. Love yours in white. Perfection. I’m a huge JLR fan and owner with similar videos as yourself. 👍☺️ once you’ve owned one, you know 👌
Love the video, wonderful review - super happy with my AB 2019 hybrid.
I love your Range Rover videos! I have a 2017 here in America and I chose the td6 because of you! And I absolutely love it! SVO Windward grey color and all the options you could get in the US. I actually prefer it over the facelift models because I get actual buttons for climate and seats but with the new tech! Thanks again for steering me in the right direction!!!
I do love your spec and color! Ive always wanted a white one! But I think the 17 l405 is the best they have ever made!
Good choice! You're right about the physical buttons for the climate. 2017 was the last year that was available.
Thanks Matt. I had my finger on the trigger of a BR Green P525 L405 with tan interior about four months back to replace my Discovery 4 and my head won out based on the engine…. Now you’ve done the man maths for me and I’m regretting that decision. Bugger. Best get back on approved used.
Just worked out I first drove a Range Rover 42 years ago! I have owned them for 35 years. They are the best. You have to put up with occasional sarcastic reliability comments mainly from those who have never owned one and who keep surprisingly quiet when their BMW is in for repair. The Range Rover versatility and driving experience makes it worthwhile though. Nobody does it better - as Carly sang.
The queens personal cars (xj8) use to be able to control either rear windows from either side. Looks like they made it standard which is excellent
Really enjoying the content of the video, especially the recent Toyota Avenue one . Keep up the good work 👌👌
As a car fan I can appreciate many vehicles I'd have no need or desire to own . Just can't get the range rover unless you need the 4x4 as a necessity . Each to their own.
I agree Matt. The Range Rover is the best car in the world. It’s not my number one favourite car. But it does everything well. And you’ve got to tip your hat to the Range Rover for doing so
Had been waiting a while for this one! Please cover the Long wheel base version as well and let us know the differences in dynamics and comfort if any! Thanks
Quite simply what a motor. I can easily see why they are the best. Great video as always Mike. Regards Crawford
It's all well and good until something breaks
Honestly despite their commonality, i must say a green, l405, 4.4 sdv8 autobiography is my dream car! Just got to get a well payed job and save enough money to drop 80grand on it 🤣
@ Jamie Murray. I hope that a well-paid job doesn't require you to be able to spell correctly.🤣
Precisely why Land Cruisers are so popular and why Toyota cannot keep up with demand
Hey Jamie,
There are software engineering apprenticeships which pay you a salary to become a software engineer. 4-5 years in, you can make 6 figures. If you dont fancy tech, there are apprenticeships for almost every industry, once again, you re getting paid to learn during it. There s your solution for your car.
Thanks for coming to my HPA talk
Don't do it. Though they are beautiful they are unreliable dickheads. Well, at least mine is
I upgraded to a 2018 autobiography from an 2011 L322 tdv8 which i put 120k on with no severe issues last year but never really fell in love with the L405 & I'm seriously thinking of letting it go, It's a lovely car but there's something about the older model i do miss.
Love your work 👍
Hi Matt great video looking forward to seeing your new car in detail it’s stunning there’s just something about a Range Rover especially a white one beautiful cars that if looked after will do everything you could ever want my white L322 has been amazing even though I would love a L405 I’d find it hard to get rid of if because she been the best car I’ve ever owned hope you are well best wishes ian
Matt, thanks for the review, currently driving a 2005 Range Rover HSE (L322) and was looking for a replacement. Your review has convinced me that the extra expense in buying an L405 is a better choice overall. Thank you.
Great review as always.
What a brilliant analysis and range rover.
Ahh, the familiar comfortable warmth of Matt enthusing over a Rangie. Can't wait for the review of the latest RR, whenever that is...
Great review Matt production of videos are becoming very professional looking
Thanks!
Matt, great video here, and I go agree 100% with you. Cheers!
I always liked the look of the RR after considering a Cayenne too I just took delivery of a X5 45e as reliability is paramount to me the RR scares me that way.
Just bought 2012 L320 tdv6 range rover sport its a fantastic car with help from your reviews so thankyou
As an auto el;ectrician i see loads of these motors and they are an absolute nightmare, great when everything is working but a money pit when they go wrong.
They only go wrong because people don't get them serviced correctly. The Majority of the issues regarding the RR, is the air suspension. But, its a luxury that sets the RR aside from the competition, so, if you bare this in mind when purchasing, and set money aside for when you do have issues, you can get it sorted. Plus remember, you can usually still drive the RR when there are Air Suspension issues.
Just thinking about selling my L322 V8 petrol and this video is making me reconsider. It's the best car I have ever owned and does everything so well. Gonna be a while before I can afford a L405...
Haha, guessed the answer as soon as I read the question. Mate has the long wheel base autobiography with 4.4 TDi. White with white interior . Open the door and immediately feel and see the crisp sharp lines of all the surfaces. One line leading to another of style and comfort. I was very impressed and enjoyed a drive in it. 25mpg for a land based private jet is very reasonable, making the journey to the destination more enjoyable than the destination itself.
Matt the production values on this vid are top gear standard. Really engaging, well edited and on the money 👍👍👍
Thanks! You’ve got the same name as my grandfather
This is a new Matt. Being critical of RR and converted away from the diesel v8 to a proper engine.
Absolutely fantastic video, really do love Range Rovers and this is a total stunner. I agree, if your going to get something so luxurious and refined you may as well get it with a big V8 😊👌🏻👍🏻
Matt I recently watched Matt Armstrong re build and upgrade his 2015 Range Rover... put all the bits on to make it 2018 esk I thought yessss... now you have wiped all that joy out ... feels like a high stake card game and you said the words" i raise ya and I'll see ya" full house matt well done keep up the content.
Each to their own but I don’t see the point of that. Aftermarket infotainment stuff is never as good.
“High Peak Range Rover” love it 😆👍
A truly beautiful car Matt! Done well for yourself, enjoy 🙌🏽
Thanks
My dad has the same car, 2018 in black with a cream interior. Last week on a motorway run, he got 40mpg.
Another one to look out for is the sliding sunroofs. In hot weather the trays they sit in warp and have to be replaced . Twice in my case! When warped they let in water and when you brake you get a cold shower. I even had water in the interior light's.
Another annoying part was everytime they gave me a loan car it wouldn't have a towbar which would prevent me from working.
I'll never be able to afford one but that is a beauty of a car. Good video, as always. One day I may let you do a video of my 1.33 Yaris. You just know you want to.
Hi There, I have been watching your you tube clips for many months and in October I bought my first 2018 face lift Vouge SE, I have been a Mercedes customer for in excess of 20 years ( S Class ). I wanted to add to your comments that I believe that Mercedes have a better build quality, BUT, my RR Vouge 3.0 diesel V6, is by a country mile so much better to own and drive. I fitted a Ghost 2 immobiliser, and also got the JLR (free) security upgrade fitted. I fitted the side steps to get in and out of the car ( they are fantastic if you are not 6 feet tall ), and the icing on cake, I get 28 mpg around town driving and around 36 - 38 on motorway driving at 70 mph. I just had a FULL service ( not an interim service ) including new wipers and add blue ( £500 inc vat ) Thank you for pointing me to the Range Rover.
No, I was never going to buy one. However, I enjoy your videos so I watched this! Thank you Matt.
The reality is the way they make you feel. You truly feel special, it's time when you feel on top of the world. Where you know your hard-work has paid off and you can ride in a bit of luxury, even if nobody else sees you (but secretly hope everyone notices).
Great review.
That is some motor mat the dogs conkers looks stunning beautiful in white and looks amazing keep the videos coming mat just wish I could afford one so I got to stick with me v70 2.4d 😀
Thanks to your enthusiasm I've just purchased a Land Rover Approved used L405. 2017, no 2018 facelift as they were a stupid jump in price. 2017 has the updated media, digital dash and apple car play but not the climate touch screen. Good thing Id say. V6 (I know) SE with some bits added. Treat to dive with first year warranty included. Feel free to offer advice. Ie Service package, tyres (new Scorpion Winters fitted) extended warranty and more. Keep up the channel, if not for me then Used Land Rover dealers. Lol.
Agreed Matt. The Range Rover is the best car in the world. I went down the company car route a couple of years ago and sold my Range Rover. Every day I miss it, it was different class.
Think you need to do a “state of the collection” video showing your whole fleet 👍
Fantastic review, It’s my plan in soon future 👌
Good choice!
That 5.0 Supercharged V8 is probably The Best engine JLR have ever made. I love it in the XF & XK and it makes a lot of sense in the RR L405.
So Matt ... is that While L405 of yours finally a "Keeper" ? or are you already looking to upgrade ? ... as hard as that's going to be.
This later version is such a good car . I have the 4.4 version which I love and nothing betters it Like you I also keep an SL which I have for years and if you have these 2 cars your set . Nothing else needed . The bluetooth for your phone does work but only gives minimum screen not the full colour and for the volume I only use the small knob on the bottom screen ( it was a revelation ) when I found it !!
great vid H.P.A
i bought a 4.4 l405 two weeks ago thanks to you and its great i love it .but i do agree about the seats num bum.but i can live with that.very nice car but not in white.
Great review! Down to earth, sensible and practical. I've a 2013 (2014 model) 4.4 V8 Diesel Autobiography which has low mileage (60K), all the options, nice colour combo (black outside sitting on 23" Urban wheels and linen interior with grained wood inc the wheel inside) and well looked after. I've tweaked it a little too. It's probably worth what I paid for it almost 3 years. Like you say, the new 2022 models are ridiculously expensive especially with the premiums being asked. They are quite an improvement over the L405, especially one as old as mine. But, the 2018 facelift looks a lot more car for the money. I like the Apple CarPlay addition since I only have a bluetooth link and have to use the iPhone screen. The all-round cameras inc the rear ones on mine are definitely poor quality now (especially at night). I wrestle with whether spending (probably) the value of my car again on top of its current value is worth the extra goodies....? I still have a fabulous luxurious smart looking car, huge range with its diesel engine and plenty of power. First world decisions!! LOL
Great vid thankyou 🇬🇧👍
THAT sir, was like listening to poetry whilst taking a drive with you in the beautiful landscape of your Country.👌
Many dream of it, you sir drive in it. "Cheers"🤩🙏
Thanks for watching
this is becoming my favorite youtube channel. Can you review a Jaguar XE P250 at some point.!
Spot-on again Matt...I've always had a soft spot for a 'Rangey' pretty much of any description, but sadly cost has always kept one off my drive....But they are just so much better than anything Bmw, Audi or anything else german come to think of it!....
A lottery win would have me straight down the dealers I tell you!
Keep up the good work. 👍👍💪💪
Lovely cars - as long as you don't mind sharing ownership with your local dealer. They may well have it as much as you.
Sadly my recent ownership experience of an approved used RRS was poor. 3 electronic faults that caused the car to cut out and a diesel leak, combined with a dealer that supplied me with a hire car without functioning aircon and for a weekend only when the car hadn't even started being worked on convinced me that for all the good things, I was going to have to pay a high price in wasted time. So I bought a 21 plate Lexus RX450h, which is more comfortable, just as capable round corners, and hopefully never to become a regular at the dealer. Je ne regrette rien!
Your first mistake was getting a diesel.
Diesel cars from LR tends to be shit
This was an amazing rendition.
I see you have the 1700 watt Signature hifi. Good choice. You don’t know you need it until you have it. Radio 4 never sounded so good! 😂
I love these videos and you do them well, that Range Rover is beautiful 🤩. I still prefer the pre-face lift but I’m sure I’ll end up with the 18 and on at some point. You’re right once you’ve owned one nothing else will do.🌞
There are now plenty of pre 2018 aftermarket spares available, to upgrade these car to 2018 on spec, and not that expensive.
Always good videos!!! Greetings from Sweden!
Thanks
Quite right, you may as well enjoy the fruits of your labour when you work hard!
Great review. Very nearly went your route but got a brand new SQ7 Vorsprung for £83k. Reliability worries and theft were the swingers (on the street in London). With secure parking, would have gone RR.
Absolutely wonderful thing. Currently have the pre facelift SDV8. Next purchase, when financially viable,e, will be the supercharged (facelift if possible). But to lose those cubby holes in the arm rests - criminal that! What possessed them to lose them?
Looks really sharp. Please do Porsche Macan, would love to hear your thoughts!
On my to do list
White on black in the RR is beautiful 👍
Waiting for this!
Lovely spec Matt! I think this model is the best of the best, as a Land Rover brand fanatic I can’t seem to like the newer models. Especially the newest Range Rover and the Discovery.
Perfect car, I’ve got the Sport 525, best car I’ve ever had, thanks Matt for these superb vids!
Good choice
Two years ago I worked in Mali for a NGO and drove a range rover and a land cruiser amazon the rover is a very pretty car where as the land cruiser is less decorative but the rover makes me think of a heavy weight boxer with a glass jaw easily broken but the land cruiser is a tank it will take anything you can throw at it they were both the same age both the same weight but I always felt safe in the land cruiser it was a lot more reliable .I know this is an extreme example very few people are going to find themselves driving down a dry river bed in Africa but if you do make sure its in a land cruiser by the way I love your channel
I enjoyed this video
Nice review Martin 😂😂😂
Stealing your Rangie can be made much harder by turning off keyless entry. That is what I have done.
Great car, well done!!!
Another great video, loved it! I am now considering upgrading a faultless 2016 SDV8 to a a 2019 Aut, either to another SDV8 or p525. I am infected ;)
So good, i watched it twice
Nice video again Matt. Surely Land Rover should be sending out the key boxes, (with the LR logo on them) to counteract the the piss poor theft security. But no, just let the insurance company's pick up the tab for an ill thought out system. I saw a late Range Rover Velar parked down the road last week, probably worth £100000 plus, had a steering wheel lock on it. Something is not quite right is it!
This is not just a JLR issue. They have the same problems with Mercs, BMW, Porche. Scanners for theses cars can be brought of certain auction sites. There are plenty of youtube video's on the subject.
I've kept all my car keys in a deep silver bowl for the last 7 years for exactly this reason. Never trusted the wireless security ever since they came out with keyless start....
You can disable the keyless entry to reduce theft, have done so on my RRS
@@paulbeswetherick4261 same here.
Not sure that a metal box emblazoned with logos is a great idea. Better to hide your keys in a pseudo baked bean tin.