2010 Land Rover LR4: Road Test
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- MSRP: $47,250 -
- Invoice: $42,998 -
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Our road test for the 2010 Land Rover LR4 includes a full evaluation of the 2010 Land Rover LR4 from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2010 Land Rover LR4, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2010 Land Rover LR4 help you decide if a 2010 Land Rover LR4 is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 6 | 6.4 |
The V8 delivers good acceleration in this weighty SUV. Land Rover says 7.5 seconds 0-60 mph, which feels about right to us. The 6-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly, and offers timely downshifts when more power is called for.
FUEL ECONOMY
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 2 | 3.6 |
No opportunity to measure. Land Rover requires premium-grade gas.
RIDE QUALITY
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 7 | 6.2 |
LR4 rides comfortably in nearly any situation with good bump control and a minimum of excess body movement.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 5 | 5.9 |
The steering is nicely weighted, the tires are grippy, and LR4 inspires confidence on road or off. The brakes are easy to modulate and provide strong stopping control. Over hill and dale, the LR4 is a billy goat, and the Terrain-Response system takes the guesswork out of most off-road driving.
QUIETNESS
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 8 | 6.9 |
LR4 is impressively quiet for a large, upright SUV, and the noise levels inside are competitive with many premium-brand sedans. The V8 engine emits a satisfying growl during acceleration, but fades into the background at cruise. On the highway only hints of road and wind noise are heard.
CONTROLS
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 7 | 6.1 |
Gauges are clearly marked and easy to read, as is the analog clock. Most major controls use well-identified buttons and knobs that are easy to locate and reach. Some secondary controls are accessed through the available navigation system's touch screen. The navigation system itself is relatively simple to operate with intuitive on-screen menus. Setting Terrain Response, hill-descent control, and other off-road gear can puzzle the uninitiated.
DETAILS
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 8 | 7.2 |
Interior materials are of high quality, and the assembly job looks first rate. The ambiance is more upscale outdoorsy than uptown opulent, but LR4's understated decor looks classy and is well suited to Land Rover's rugged pedigree.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 8 | 7.5 |
LR4 offers a commanding driving position with comfortable and upright seats. Headroom and legroom are ample. Excellent visibility is aided by the available obstacle-detection and perimeter-camera systems. Step-in is SUV acceptable, but the raised suspension setting can make entry more challenging for some folks.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 7 | 6.1 |
The 2nd- and 3rd-row seats are comfortable, with more than adequate headroom and legroom. Three adults can fit in the second row, but we wouldn't recommend it on long drives. Access to the 3rd row can be complicated by the tall step up and a narrow pass-through.
CARGO ROOM
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 9 | 8.3 |
The tall cargo hold has ample volume with five seats, and reasonably good load space with seven. Both rear rows fold flat to create a spacious load floor. The clamshell-style tailgate is the subject of debate: Some testers praise its versatility, while others say it complicates loading and unloading. There are numerous useful bins and cubbies in the cabin, and HSE LUX models include a cooled compartment in the center console.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 6 | 6.1 |
In a class trending toward luxury-crossover SUVs, the tall, off-road-oriented LR4 may seem a bit out of place. In reality, most of the time it is used exactly the way its car-like competition is, and in that capacity, delivers good passenger and cargo room, along with unexpected levels of refinement and comfort. Used off road, LR4 easily ventures many places that would leave some competitors waiting for a tow truck. Ultimately, the LR4 may be challenged in the marketplace by perceptions more than reality, along with its thirst for premium-grade gas.
Total Score
| HSE w/LUX Plus Pkg | Class Average |
|---|---|
| 73 | 70.3 |
Total Score: 73
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