2000 Land Rover Range Rover Road Test - Consumer Guide Automotive

Our road test for the 2000 Land Rover Range Rover includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Land Rover Range Rover from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Land Rover Range Rover, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Land Rover Range Rover help you decide if a 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is right for you.

2000 Land Rover Range Rover Road Test

Pros	Cons

Ride	Fuel economy

Passenger and cargo room	Entry/exit

Interior materials

Build quality

Exterior finish

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Acceleration

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
3	4	4.8

The SE V-8 is smooth and quiet, even at full throttle, but feels lethargic with the transmission in Normal shift mode. Changing to the Sport setting helps, yet 0-60 mph still took over 11 seconds in our test of a '99. The HSE feels stronger in all situations, but its larger, lower-profile tires make for a harsher ride on bumpy pavement.

Fuel Economy

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
2	2	3.2

We averaged 14.4 mpg with a '99 SE despite lots of highway driving. The HSE is even thirstier, averaging just 11.8 mpg overall in our tests, with a best of 13.1 in mostly highway driving.

Ride Quality

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
4	4	3.9

Range Rovers are capable and comfortable on-pavement and off, but their relatively short wheelbase and long suspension travel make for a less settled street ride than that furnished by big domestic SUVs.

Steering/Handling/Braking

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
3	3	4.4

The tall suspension also contributes to noticeable body lean in turns, though grip and stability are reassuring.

Quietness

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
4	4	4

Wind noise is a bit alarming at highway speeds for a vehicle costing this much.

Controls

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
2	2	4.1

The steering wheel telescopes but doesn't tilt, and the control layout isn't as logical as newer domestic designs. There are lots of switches, and many of their identifying icons are not obvious.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
9	9	7

Front seats are somewhat outboard in position, but comfortable and supportive.

Room/Comfort (rear)

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
7	7	5.4

Interior step-in is reasonably low for an SUV, and there's ample room for five on richly padded seats.

Cargo Room

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
7	7	7.2

An expansive cargo area is augmented by an array of bins, but the interior cupholders are too shallow for big drinks. Nifty touches include integrated rear seatbelt buckles that won't get lost when folding the seat, and a reinforced plastic panel that bridges the tailgate and load floor to ease shifting of heavy cargo.

Value within Class

4.0 SE	4.6 HSE	Class Average
2	2	3

Range Rover oozes British charm, inspiring images of genteel wealth, country estates, and riding to hounds. Indeed, that's its chief sales appeal. But we don't feel that imagery worth close to $60,000. Especially not when less money now buys equal luxury and better performance in big SUVs from Lexus, Lincoln, even GMC.

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