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2007 Land Rover LR3 Full Review
Date Published: 2/20/08
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2007 Land Rover LR3 Review
Leather upholstery is standard on all versions of the LR3 for 2007. This is the only Land Rover available with seven-passenger seating. It comes as the V6 SE with a 216-hp V6 engine and as the V8 SE and V8 HSE models with a 300-hp V8. All have a 6-speed automatic transmission. A 3rd-row seat for seven-passenger capacity is standard on V8 models, optional on V6 SE. Front side airbags and curtain side airbags for all seating rows are standard. LR3s have all-wheel drive with low-range gearing and Land Rover's Terrain Response system. This system has a console switch that enables the driver to change suspension and powertrain calibrations to accommodate normal driving, slippery pavement, mud, sand, and low-speed off-roading. A locking center differential is standard, a locking rear differential is available. ABS, traction control, and hill descent control are standard, as is antiskid control with rollover sensors. LR3 has an air-spring suspension with four available ride heights and automatic load leveling. A navigation system and bi-xenon headlights are standard on HSE, available on V8 SE. Heated front and rear seats are optional for all, and adaptive headlights are optional for HSE.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Midsize SUVs are similar in size and construction to Midsize SUVs. Most, in fact, are gilded versions of Midsize SUVs; though a few are exclusive upscale designs.
Our Best Buys include the Acura MDX, Cadillac SRX, and Lexus RX. Our Recommended picks are the Mercedes-Benz R-Class and Volvo XC90.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Acura MDX, BMW X5, Chrysler Aspen, and Lincoln MKX.
Our Best Buys include the Acura MDX, Cadillac SRX, and Lexus RX. Our Recommended picks are the Mercedes-Benz R-Class and Volvo XC90.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Acura MDX, BMW X5, Chrysler Aspen, and Lincoln MKX.
News
LR3 is now two model years old--quite young by Land Rover standards--so no major changes are expected for a while.
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2007 Land Rover LR3 Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passing power | Instruments/controls |
| True off-road ability | Fuel economy |
| Passenger and cargo room | Entry/exit (3rd-row) |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
No opportunity to test V6 version. V8 delivers good, not great, scoot in this weighty SUV. Land Rover says 8 sec 0-60 mph, which is midpack for this class. LR3 has ready power in highway passing, but transmission slow to downshift on hills. Throttle response changes with transfer-case setting, is less sensitive in low range for better off-road control. Maximum towing capacity is 7700 lb.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.2 |
No opportunity to test V6 version. V8 delivers good, not great, scoot in this weighty SUV. Land Rover says 8 sec 0-60 mph, which is midpack for this class. LR3 has ready power in highway passing, but transmission slow to downshift on hills. Throttle response changes with transfer-case setting, is less sensitive in low range for better off-road control. Maximum towing capacity is 7700 lb.
Fuel Economy
Test V8 models averaged 12.8-14.1 mpg in mixed driving, 15.5 mpg with more highway use. Land Rover recommends premium-grade fuel for both engines.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 2 | 2 | 3.6 |
Test V8 models averaged 12.8-14.1 mpg in mixed driving, 15.5 mpg with more highway use. Land Rover recommends premium-grade fuel for both engines.
Ride Quality
Rear-seat passengers notice some hop on rough roads, but LR3 is comfortably absorbent over bumps big and small overall. Dips, wavy surfaces induce some residual bobbing.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.7 |
Rear-seat passengers notice some hop on rough roads, but LR3 is comfortably absorbent over bumps big and small overall. Dips, wavy surfaces induce some residual bobbing.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Steering nicely weighted, tires grippy, but LR3 feels a bit top heavy on twisty roads and in fast lane changes. Tight turning circle means good parking lot maneuverability. Brakes easy to modulate and have impressive stopping control. Over hills, mud, and rocks, the LR3 is a billy goat, and Terrain Response System takes guesswork out of most off-road driving.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 5.6 |
Steering nicely weighted, tires grippy, but LR3 feels a bit top heavy on twisty roads and in fast lane changes. Tight turning circle means good parking lot maneuverability. Brakes easy to modulate and have impressive stopping control. Over hills, mud, and rocks, the LR3 is a billy goat, and Terrain Response System takes guesswork out of most off-road driving.
Quietness
Some highway-speed wind noise is the only demerit of note.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.5 |
Some highway-speed wind noise is the only demerit of note.
Controls
Small print makes gauges difficult to read at a glance. Controls a somewhat confusing jumble of switches, knobs, buttons. Radio, navigation, climate systems hard to decipher. Off-road settings trigger graphic display of front-wheel angle--a useful feature.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 5 | 4 | 6.5 |
Small print makes gauges difficult to read at a glance. Controls a somewhat confusing jumble of switches, knobs, buttons. Radio, navigation, climate systems hard to decipher. Off-road settings trigger graphic display of front-wheel angle--a useful feature.
Details
Most interior materials are of high quality, but the lack of wood or other fancy trim makes the cabin feel more durable than rich.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.2 |
Most interior materials are of high quality, but the lack of wood or other fancy trim makes the cabin feel more durable than rich.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Commanding driving position. Comfortable, upright seats, though some testers find them too firm. Ample head, leg room. Excellent visibility aided by front and rear obstacle detection on HSE. Step-in SUV-acceptable when vehicle set to lowest suspension setting; difficult at highest setting. Visibility aft compromised by headrests when third-row seat is in place.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7.3 |
Commanding driving position. Comfortable, upright seats, though some testers find them too firm. Ample head, leg room. Excellent visibility aided by front and rear obstacle detection on HSE. Step-in SUV-acceptable when vehicle set to lowest suspension setting; difficult at highest setting. Visibility aft compromised by headrests when third-row seat is in place.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Second, 3rd-row seats unusually comfortable to most, some testers found the cushions too firm. Ample head room, but leg room only adequate. Three adults fit in 2nd row, but we wouldn't recommend it on long drives. Climbing to 3rd row complicated by tall step-in, narrow pass-through.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.3 |
Second, 3rd-row seats unusually comfortable to most, some testers found the cushions too firm. Ample head room, but leg room only adequate. Three adults fit in 2nd row, but we wouldn't recommend it on long drives. Climbing to 3rd row complicated by tall step-in, narrow pass-through.
Cargo Room
Tall cargo hold has ample volume with five seats, reasonably good load space with seven. Both rear rows fold flat to create spacious load floor, but are awkward to fold/unfold. Clamshell-style tailgate subject of debate: some testers say it complicates loading/unloading, others praise its versatility. Numerous useful bins, cubbies in cabin, but glovebox difficult to open if passenger seat occupied.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 7.8 |
Tall cargo hold has ample volume with five seats, reasonably good load space with seven. Both rear rows fold flat to create spacious load floor, but are awkward to fold/unfold. Clamshell-style tailgate subject of debate: some testers say it complicates loading/unloading, others praise its versatility. Numerous useful bins, cubbies in cabin, but glovebox difficult to open if passenger seat occupied.
Value within Class
In a class trending toward ever-more-carlike SUVs, the tall, off-road-oriented LR3 seems anachronistic. In reality, it's used exactly the way its more-carlike competition is, and in that capacity, delivers good passenger and cargo room and unexpected comfort. Ultimately, it's compromised by old-school-SUV handling and ergonomics. Fuel economy is subpar, too, and so is Land Rover resale value.
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 5 | 4 | 5.9 |
In a class trending toward ever-more-carlike SUVs, the tall, off-road-oriented LR3 seems anachronistic. In reality, it's used exactly the way its more-carlike competition is, and in that capacity, delivers good passenger and cargo room and unexpected comfort. Ultimately, it's compromised by old-school-SUV handling and ergonomics. Fuel economy is subpar, too, and so is Land Rover resale value.
Total Score
| V8 SE | HSE | Class Average |
| 63 | 61 | 67.6 |
Scores for all Premium Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 54 | |
| Average Score | 67 | |
| High Score | 82 |
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2007 Land Rover LR3 Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 11/14/2006
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| V6 SE 4-door wagon | $41,435 | $37,706 | $715 |
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| V8 SE 4-door wagon | $48,235 | $43,894 | $715 |
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| HSE 4-door wagon | $53,235 | $48,444 | $715 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
V6 SE
Powertrain
4.0-liter V6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, all-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 4-wheel traction control, locking center differential.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, front and 2nd-row curtain side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist, antiskid system w/rollover sensors, hill descent control, tire-pressure monitor.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/dual-zone automatic climate controls, power steering, tilt/telescope leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, leather upholstery, front bucket seats, 8-way power driver seat, 6-way power passenger seat, center console, cupholders, 2nd-row split folding seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, power sunroof, harman/kardon AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, digital-media player connection, digital clock, tachometer, outside-temperature indicator, variable-intermittent wipers, glass roof panels, rear defogger, rear wiper/washer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, roof rails, rear fog light.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Height-adjustable and load-leveling air suspension, 255/60HR18 tires, alloy wheels.
V8 SE adds to V6 SE:
Powertrain
4.4-liter V8 engine.
Safety
3rd-row curtain side airbags, rear-obstacle-detection system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Rear climate controls, 3rd-row split folding seat, steering wheel radio controls, trip computer, illuminated visor mirrors, automatic day/night rearview mirror, universal garage door opener.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Headlight washers.
HSE adds to V8 SE:
Safety
Front-obstacle-detection system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Memory system (driver seat, mirrors), navigation system, automatic day/night driver-side mirror and tilt-down back-up aid passenger-side mirror, upgraded harman/kardon sound system, wireless cell phone link, rain-sensing wipers.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Bi-xenon headlights, front fog lights, 255/55HR19 tires.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
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Luxury Pkg.
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HSE
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$1,750
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$1,593
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Cold Climate Pkg. plus center-console cooler box, steering-linked adaptive headlights.
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Rear Seat and Climate Pkg.
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V6 SE
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$2,200
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$2,002
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3rd-row curtain side airbags, 2nd-row 35/30/35 split folding seat, additional front cupholder, 3rd-row split folding seat, rear automatic climate controls and vents, rear map lights and auxiliary-power outlet, cargo net.
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Technology Pkg.
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V8 SE
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$3,500
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$3,185
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Navigation system, satellite radio, wireless cell phone link, center console cooler box.
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Cold Climate Pkg.
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HSE, V6 SE, V8 SE
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$1,300
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$1,183
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Heated front and 2nd-row seats, heated windshield, heated washer jets.
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Heavy-Duty Pkg.
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HSE, V6 SE, V8 SE
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$625
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$569
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Locking rear differential, full-size spare tire w/alloy wheel.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Wireless cell phone link
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V6 SE, V8 SE
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$800
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$728
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Includes satellite radio.
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Satellite radio
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HSE
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$400
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$364
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Special paint
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HSE, V6 SE, V8 SE
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$400
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$364
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Bi-xenon headlights
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V8 SE
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$750
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$683
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Includes front-obstacle-detection system.
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2007 Land Rover LR3 Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Land Rover LR3 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 113.6 |
| Overall Length, in. | 190.9 |
| Overall Width, in. | 75.4 |
| Overall Height, in. | 74.5 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 5315 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 90.3 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 22.8 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.4 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 42.4 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 37.6 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| sohc V6 | dohc V8 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 4.0 /245 | 4.4 /268 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 216 @ 4500 | 300 @ 5500 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 269 @ 3000 | 315 @ 4000 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 6-speed automatic | 14/19 | 14/19 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Land Rover LR3 4-door wagon |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
England
Drivewheels:
all-wheel drive
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Tester's Comments
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Major Options: Luxury Package (Adaptive Front Lighting System, Cold Climate Package, Center Console Cooler Box), Satellite Radio Consumer Guide® Fuel Economy: 13.54 mpg (what's this?) Problems During Test: None From The Back Seat Ed Piotrowski LR3 is a tough sell. It's down on power compared to other V8 premium midsize SUVs, gets worse fuel economy than most of them, and isn't as luxuriously appointed, and in top-line HSE trim, is priced at the upper end of the class. Land Rover also suffers from poor reliability and resale value. Further, the LR3 has neither name prestige nor the "coolness" of the Range Rover or Range Rover Sport. It might be amazingly capable off-road, but the vast majority of shoppers will barely get this vehicle on gravel, let alone mud and rocks. In the market for a premium SUV? Look elsewhere. John Biel Land Rovers, LR3s included, are vehicles of substance and heft. They leave the driver aware that the vehicle could competently leave the highway and go "where the wild things are." Though the ride and handling are far cushier than might be expected from a vehicle like that, the overall experience is still less carlike than that to which much of the modern SUV market may be getting accustomed. Plus, Land Rover charges a pretty penny for all that solidity and capability (and, perhaps, name recognition), which may seem excessive to anyone whose vacation plans don't include exploring the Amazon Basin. Lynne Richman The interior does not look like a $54,000 vehicle, even if it does have more cupholders. The cost says high class SUV, but the interior says off road, mud-on-your-boots. Tom Appel This may be a V8-powered Land Rover, but it doesn't feel very special. Unlike the lordly Range Rover and Range Rover Sport, the lower-priced LR3 coasts by on its name, eschewing premium interior appointments for (relative) affordability. Apart from Rover's legendary off-road ability, there's little here that can't be had in a Honda Pilot. Want a Land Rover? Shop up a price notch and get the real thing. |
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