RANGE ROVERS: ARE THEY RELIABLE? 2 Year Ownership Review
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Well I've now had my L405 Range Rover for two years and today I'm going to answer the question most people want to know the answer to... has it been reliable?
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When I was a kid a car was unreliable when it needed a jump start more than once a week. Now a car is unreliable if a seat massage motor burns out.
Right? That’s where the JLR unreliability fame comes from.
Yes exactly. They’re very complex
We're also much more demanding as a species these days. Back in the 80's you would just get things that broke fixed when it was time for a service. Now we can't go a week without an automatically dimming rear view mirror. I'm as guilty as anyone of this, not judging@@HighPeakAutos
So true , people condem on silly things , “ my cup holder heater isn’t working “ probably a fuse
The problem is - Many of the electrical problems can lead to the car not starting..
Range rovers are like owning a puppy. You know it’s going to chew the furniture and pee in your slippers but you can’t be angry with it.
Although it might push your patience to the limit if it sh*ts on the carpet....
@@Brian-om2hh It's a question of when, not if.
Lmao this analogy is spot on 😂
I’ve owned two Range Rovers over 6 years and have had zero issues with both of them.
Matt, there is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of for enjoying the fruits of your honest, hard work. Another great and interesting video. 👍
Thanks
Now thats a fine motor fantastic presence on the road and obviously well looked after you deserve that car matt with all your hard work and dedication and keeping all us car freaks happy with your videos and knowledge thanks matt 👍
@HighPeakAutos l want a 322 desperately but to scared on my budget l find them as sexy as a Jag
He didn't work hard for this Range Rover... HE STOLE IT FROM THE POOR! Seriously though, Matt. You're a good dude, have and enjoy all the nice things you want.
@tcaudiobooks737 what a passive aggressive thing to say u douche. I like u but,.... this man brings nothing but joy the good the bad & the massively overspent.!
I’m led to believe reliability went massively up with this generation. They’re still out of reach of the masses that will invariably mistreat them and complain that their then 15 year old, formerly £100,000 car has blown an engine after 30,000 miles at full tilt without so much as topping up the screen wash. They’re still in the range of people who follow service schedules, even if they don’t understand why it’s necessary.
Hahahaha, perfect.
Very valid point 👍
Superb! The comments section equivalent of having an English Heritage sticker on your windscreen.
I had a brand new BMW M135i for 6 months two years ago and the multimedia screens went blank on the motorway and the airbag light kept coming on for no reason. Also I work for a well known car insurance company and you'd be surprised how many times I have to adjust policies for people who had to take their audis back for issues that "couldn't be resolved". I truly believe people who own German cars are too embarrassed to declare the reality when they are unreliable and are happy to perpetuate the myth that they rarely break down.
I’ve got three German cars: one at 147,000 miles One at 116,000 miles One at 55,000 None of them have had any issues
Lol
Even if a German car is unreliable , you can still recoup some money , if its a Jaguar product you've just lost a small mortgage 😮
@@Monty-kr7py what you just said makes absolutely no sense.
@@thelifeandtimesofteddywint5396 😆 I think he’s trying to say that German cars hold their values more than others But I have a Q7 thats the highest mileage Then a f10 5 series second highest E400 saloon at 55ish Honestly they are reliable, I love the 5 series the most, solid as a rock
Just this week I picked up a 2012 Supercharged L322 with 37k miles on the odometer… just wanted to say thank you for all the Range Rover videos you’ve put out over the years!
Make sure its bolted down to your drive.
@@zog97xywhat do you mean?
@@Spartansrule118 You are thick.
@@Spartansrule118joke about them getting stolen
I love it when flip switches in your head 😊
Mark McCann made a video on the update. It's to stop the doors from unlocking by remotely stealing the key fob signal.
I bought my Toyota land cruiser amazon 12 years ago and nothing has ever gone wrong with it.
yes,i have had lots of cruisers and never any problem, so leaves lots of money for a real back massage
did anyone ask
That's awesome
Another Toyota bore 😴
@@andrewg9236 A Toyota is less boring than sitting at the roadside waiting for recovery or sat in the dealership waiting for repairs.
Thanks for another great video Matt. I enjoy your stuff not just because of the car information but because your philosophy on life cheers me up!
Brilliant video, Matt 🙂 Love your honesty. That car suits you and you always have a spare car for a rainy day so why not. ❤❤❤
Hello Matt, great little video and your car looks nice. Thanks for taking the time to share another video. Ged
No problem 👍
You summed up very well Matt. If a car still puts a smile on your face every time you walk up to it, its worth it regardless of the niggles. So true.
Doesn't mean it isnt a piece of crap
Incredibly informative video.. Thanks Matt. Interesting to hear your dismissal of alternatives as well.
Thanks for being so honest (Especially the "That's why Range Rovers always appear at the bottom of the reliability surveys"). Keep the great videos coming!
I'm on my second L405 and both have been excellent. Both 4.4d Autobiographys. 1st I drove to 190k second on 100k. A few small faults but nothing major. Highly rate them. 30mpg all day long. Also I've taken sensible precautions against theft. Rgds Happy RR Owner.
I'm at 80k on a 16 plate... 190k is amazing!
With you all the way fella! Big up the RR!
Enjoy it Matt. You deserve each other!
Successful guy, keep it up Matt. You've come along way from the first video with a range Rover 👌
When you lock a car and walk away, if you turn around for a quick look you know you bought the right one. Life is far too short, buy it, drive it and enjoy every mile, otherwise what's the point.
Great video Matt 👏🏻👍🏻 I’m glad you’re enjoying it (your Range Rover) guilt free! Life’s too short 😉😀👍🏻
This has confirmed my choice of next car, the L405 and thanks , on the lookout now .Thanks for the info.
Usual very honest review! Thanks.
Great Video Matt - my favourites are always something Land Rover - Have a D5 and i know what you mean about once you have driven a big LR.
Very good mate you always give a honest review
Thanks
@@HighPeakAutosMatt what about changing to the Volvo xc90 ? The new shape 2018 onwards look awesome
Great honest review Matt. I have driven a few Range Rovers over the years and must admit they do make you feel great behind the wheel, that wafting effect going down the road😎 extended warranty essential in my opinion . You put in a shift Matt you deserve the fruits of your labours . 👍
Great video. Balanced view all round.
Matt Really enjoyed that. Informative and entertaining….and I like the Range Rover though as you say white wouldn’t be first choice.
Great to hear you massage issue had a happy ending.
I see what you did there lol
Hi Matt, I own a L405 SC 5.0 Litre 2015 Model which puts a smile on my face every time I walk up to her, and when driving her. Absolutely love her.
You deserve all great things Matt ❤
Simp .
great honest video as always Matt , i think a defender 110 would really suit you .
The new Defender certainly has some pull. And I don't mean trailers and caravans. Having had a brief look at the LR website, I see it can be specced up to be as posh as you like....The problem is that if you hang onto it too long, it will let you down.....
21mpg is not bad, my e39 540i averages 19mpg and my CL500 even less 🤣 We don’t drive these kinda cars to save money but because we value the quality ride they offer and the daily smiles they put on our faces. Life’s too short for bad cars and economy class 😎
my kinda video, am hooked on this particular range rover thanks to you, lets watch
Enjoyed the video ,to quote the song "if it makes you happy it can't be that bad"
When my massage seat failed, a local guy in a blacked out Range Rover offered me a real Thai lady to live in the car ready to give me a real massage any time i wanted - only 5 quid a day. 10 quid for a “happy ending” apparently, whatever that is. I told him I didn’t need it because I watch #highpeakautos videos and they always end happily for me.
Have you still got his number? Asking for a friend 😉
@@Phuc_Yhou Ha hahahahahah! :-)
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
😂
It might have been as well to keep the business card......Care is needed though, as I understand not all Thai ladies are quite what they seem. In which case, the "happy ending" you mentioned, might not turn out the way you anticipated......
I like the white L405 Matt. She’s a beauty, luxury wafter. 👌what a great car. I’ve never had any reliability issues with my rangies in UK 🇬🇧 or New Zealand 🇳🇿 just look after them and serviced them on date, using premium fuel and maintained warranty and I’ve had no issues. I don’t smoke and don’t drink. So rangies are my choice for pleasure and a lovely relaxing drive. I can’t defend the mpg. You know what you’re getting yourself in to. I’m not convinced about the L460 styling either. It’s not for me. Will get another L405 soon in UK 🇬🇧
great attitude Matt look to the future 👍very informative video.
Nice video and thanks for the advice!
Im 33 years old, isn't anything wrong with my RX450h! 😅 Wonderful car
I'm also a Lexus RX owner. And 32 years old!
@@Oli_Hudson Good on you. I take it Matt, won't be going on a date with Kerry katona.
@@dailyhunter3683He will when the High Peak Only Fans hits the internet. 😆
I'm 33 & you're a disgrace to petrolhead Millennials everywhere 😁
@@dailyhunter3683 Kerry Katona - 'Mother of the Year' a few years ago! 🤣
Our Volvo V70, 2009, has 238000 miles, has not been a bit of trouble and the only time the bonnet is opened is to fill the windscreen washer bottle up.
I assume it’s a manual. The autos on Volvos tend to give a lot of trouble
Me too 2009 V70. Comfortable, spacious, just goes and goes and goes. Consumables and oil changes. New car? Not until this one dies…..replacement, 2011 V70.
I had a 2008 V70 D5 from 110k to 170k over ten years. It had one fault, the power steering pump which was a Ford part. Also being Ford, it was a cheap replacement. Eventually I replaced it with the V90 Cross Country which although it’s been 100% reliable, doesn’t give the hewn from granite feel of the old Volvos
I have a 2014 mondeo diesel with 235k and rising. Never any issues coz I service it regularly. Last 3 mot's no advisories
Nice car but I bet you've spent loads keeping it on the road. The suspension components and electrics are made out of butter.
Great video and I have too agree with you you can keep all the other brands the only luxury 4x4 you will ever need is a range rover I do love them and I agree with you the new ones are not a patch on the older versions 👍
When you jump into your car Matt it makes you feel good. I remember when you reviewed the XJ you feel good. The problems you might have melt away. All the best with Wembley gig.
Matt, what did The Sun call you? A car guru?? 😂 Keep up the great work fella 👍
Haha car guru, car expert, car whizz… they love me over at The Sun 😂
That was very enjoyable. I’d never buy one but it’s interesting to have a proper overview of ownership
Mat, I beg to disagree with your assessment. The L322 is the best Range Rover ever made, in my opinion.😇😇😇
As a 2011 L322 Autobiography owner, I think the saying goes…The L405 is a better car but the L322 is a better Range Rover.
Proper 4x4 , nice cars the only one i would buy .Shame they had faults . Back massage ? lol. Great vids . You can buy my 03 Yaris , no advisoris , 0-60 in half an hour .60 to the gallon .Never let me down .🤣🤣
Brilliant video, Matt! I got a 16 494 in 2022, and same like you would do it again, even though I've had minor issues. Actually thinking of taking advantage of the low prices & getting into the latest L405
When it comes to cars: Buy it, drive it, enjoy it. I never think about it.
Can I adopt your mindset? I will over analyse to the point I end up buying nothing and sticking with my 20 year old golf 😂
Only when you has money
I totally agree with this. I used to like a car and buy it. After a couple of years something else will have caught my eye and I'd get that. Now for some reason (I've got older maybe...) I'm all about the MPG and tax and will it break?! 🤯 Where's the fun gone?
@@jb39channel If I were to stop & think about how much sense it makes to own 3 cars (2 V8's & 1 V6) I would conclude that it makes NO sense. The thing is; Fun doesn't need to make sense. It just needs to make you happy.
The new ones fab. The l405 is fab. The l322 is fab. Worth every penny and slight headache. Great car.
Finally got around to watching this! Was great to meet you and your team at Petrolheadonism the other week
You too!
Hi Matt, I am very happy for you that you are at a good stage of your life, I am sure you will pass on your good fortune to others, as I believe when one does, it comes back even more, and so it goes round. You are a good advert for the trade, and I love your vids. Please keep up the good work, Respect.
Thanks so much! I believe in that
I have Audi A5 and as you say never left me stranded but all the time something electrical fails. I had an extended warranty for the last 2 years and 70 000miles and it got more than 10k in repairs. Most recent bill I dodged was adblue fix which was 3500 new tank, pump and ECU. some other stuff that was breaking air recirculation flap motor(800), heated mirror(300), cracked front control arm bushes and lower control arm bush at 80k miles(1900), heated seat backrest(500). My point is, all luxury cars are the same and I dont know who is crazy enough to own these without warranty.
I will never ever let you out at a junction.
Just coming upto 12 months of ownership on my l405, got one because your recommendation mat and I don’t regret it one bit , got it from LR Knutsford, just had a service and mot with them , passed with no advisorys, had a few niggles my self however the warranty they offer is fantastic, RR knutsford are definitely a great dealership in my experience
You have always been a diver Matt ( in the nicest possible way )👌👌👌👌
Great video, very honest and answers some good questions. I agree it’s much nicer than the new one & that it’s pretty much peerless. I have an XC90 that’s coming up for 6 years old now and I’m looking at one of these to replace it. That said however, it’s been faultless throughout my ownership & the issues with LR products (I’ve owned one previously), plus the insurance, do put me off a bit…
Still the best car in the world! I've seen you drive past a couple of times and I've been frantically flashing my lights 😂😂
Beep your horn aswel he might hear you, I see this Range Rover a few times up and down the A34, majestic car
Haha it is well and truly magnificent! It has such road presence that no other car can match or even come close to!
XC90, so nice in the correct guise
And according to the stats no more reliable than the Discovery it’s pitched against. Note discovery not RR. XC90 isn’t in the same league
❤ great review.
You embody prestige and class, just like your Range Rover. Keep shining and inspiring others😎
I’ve got a 2018 Autobiography SV ( normal wheelbase) . Never had a problem really , nothing to stop me driving it , EML lights etc an for some reason the tailgate (shut) got all out of wack . It’s my 6th Range Rover the last 3 being a 2006 4.2 supercharger, an 2012 L322 5.0 supercharger ( stunning car I’d buy it back right now ) L405 supercharger dream car , pre silly heater screen thing 😀
Just bought a Range Rover Evoque recently, so far so good 😅
That’s not a Range Rover 😜
Not a Range Rover from the start so opinion doesn’t count 🤣🤣
Not really a Range Rover. More of a fulfil marketing product. But happy for you, quite a good car.
@@rezamotin7305 does yours count?
ahahahh love it !!
Great video Matt. I’m buying one now !
'Bit of a Jeb', not heard that in a while 😂 Nice car 🙂
😂 I hadn’t either but I’m using it all the time now
Matt, you should try a Volvo XC90 T8 Ultimate (bright). That’s the only car that costs less/the same that is almost up to the level of a Range Rover. I can say it. Love Range Rovers and my mother loves Volvos. Using both, for sure, better than a BMV, Audi or Mercedes.
Great review and perspective ... a great channel!
And one day we are going to move back to the UK and will be looking to buy a car from you! Would love to find a Discovery 4!
Always honest and balanced in your appraisal of ‘everything’ ..thanks for giving us something to look forward to (almost daily) Matt. I usually save them up and binge watch like a box set on a Saturday morning in bed, alas this week has been a pig, work wise, so I’ve treated myself ahead of time 😉👌🏻
I appreciate that!
Hi mat I completely agree with you for me there’s no other car that makes you feel special I have had my white L322 for ten years now which you have seen in passing,and it’s only let me down twice I followed your advice regarding servicing and gearbox,diff and transfer box fluid change and get it serviced ever year in February i thought I’d buy an L405 spent 3 weeks looking for the spec I wanted did a deal with mine tried to get it insured and was practically laughed at every time I try to get a quote so unfortunately the dealer decided to take his car back and I’m still with my L322 which I still love great to see yours out and about, hope you are well great video as always hope you had an amazing holiday best wishes ian.
just a excuse to make you feel better to justify a awfully vehicle
@@Zero-dj7ypgot one have you
I agree with you Matt this era of rage rover looks the best the new ones not so much and I will love to see you on Wembley have couple of photos I'm a big fan mate anyway great video as always ❤
Great car matt I do love rr happy driving
The video I was waiting for. Just love a Range Rover or Volvo. Never had real issues with them. Quite great cars, best of its kinds. Also, mom have been having Volvo for years. Better than both, just the Rolls Royce.
Range Rover and reliable in the same sentence. Hmmm!
Always the poors complaining
Real Range Rover are completely reliable.
How many have you owned ?
On my 3rd and no problems so far
Love the video great commentary on one of the best R R
Love the vids
Hi from Australia Matt. Totally agree with your video. Have had three(‘81 five door and’90 3.9 litre five door) last one was 2001 L322 one owner with full history and invoices. Gave me no problems for two years ( completed a 5500 kilometre trip to central Australia) before requiring a tailgate lock then a compressor for the air suspension. Front driveshaft failed soon after being sold after three years of ownership. Also despite a lot of criticism I found the bmw diesel was a good engine and never gave any trouble. Comfortable long distance car and can carry everything you need. Cheers. Alex.
4 adverts in a 15-mins video is too much
Watch tv; pay to see four in a row every 10
@@Cous1nJack not on the BBC
@@BobTheBlue that’s the bit you pay for
Massively over spent, 2 year ownership
Nice honest review, lacking the gimmicks of others on KZhead. Sweet…
What a great owners review. 👏
Matt is the best 👍
Wouldn’t have anything else but Range Rover , my velar has never let me down once , off road it’s amazing , on road it’s very comfortable, yes your right , once you’ve owned a Range Rover nothing else seems to come close . The one thing I have learned is 95% of the haters and keyboard warriors have never even sat in a Range Rover never mind owned one .
My thoughts exactly. I bet most of them drives BMW'S, but they would never give it a bad review despite the fact that it would break down ( as usual ).
i have owned and worked on them and still say they are the most unreliable motor on the planet
You were right in the beginning, it is a wags car 🤣 Those kind of minor issues should not happen on a car like that!
Sadly, with LR, the minor issues seem to develop into larger ones....
You have had less problems with your beautiful car than I have had with my Grand Scenic!!! I can literally say every three months something goes wrong!!!!! KEEP IT!!!!
People in the UK couldn't get parts , the police raided loads of chop shops here in the Midlands. It was land rover supply change crisis that caused the theft epidemic
There was that and they were being exported to foreign markets, it was happening with supercars as well, most notably Ferraris
has it stopped now? @@Offensivebeast
@@lyricaljaffacakes2946 wouldn’t say stopped, it’s definitely slowed down though, plus the newer gens have been barely stolen, the figures are like single digits for the L460 and L461 per 10-13,000 sold
Flog it, get a 2019 Vitara 1.4 Boosterjet 4WD (NOT the hybrid) Trust me, I'm a doctor 👍
Great video mate
Must admit Matt,was looking around the new Defender some time ago and WOW it does look nice. 🌟🎊🤩
Flog it, get a 2019 Vitara 1.4 Boosterjet 4WD (NOT the hybrid) Trust me, I'm a doctor 👍.
Why anyone would choose a Range Rover over the equivalent Lexus baffles me
Image and name. Lexus just doesn't have that.
Because I have eyes
Because some people want to buy a car that isn’t stuck 10 years in the past just for the sake of reliability.
name? everyone knows they are yunk if thats the name you want @@andrewwaller5913
There is no equivalent Lexus in the UK. The nearest thing is the RX which is a size class below the RR.
I think the boy likes it! Matt’s articulating the struggle ,the sensible amongst us, have in justifying the cost. Unsurprisingly the conclusion is always the same and buyer remorse hits soon after. This, of course, ultimately leads to the mind wandering to the next unjustifiable purchase. Perfect. 👍🏼
As you said Matt , you work hard so why not be nice to yourself , plus of course , the L405 looks good next to the L322 and will look cool next to your classic once it's done , good stuff Sir
Another great video. Would be nice if you did a video of it's off road capability
Great comments and agree, love mine. 👍👍👍👍
I too, bought a low mileage 5.0, it’s now on 36k and running well, no major issues except the rear heater supply pipes which I had replaced about a year ago at my independent LR garage, I had some brake pipes and pads replaced at the same time. During the final service I’d had done at the LR main dealership it was to have included a brake fluid change, without me having mentioned that to the independent garage, they commented on how dirty the brake fluid was! We’ve just returned from a weekend trip to Wales and it’s returned 25mpg throughout, and no diesel rattle to worry about either.
Great honest review Matt.Only thing you didn't mention was the Mahoosive depreciation due to theft and insurance issues. If you average 21mpg you must drive like a vicar.
To be honest I've had a shit day but when you upload it just makes my day just a bit better thank you matt
Hope tomorrow is better for you
Its still such a good car, best Gen RR ever, lovely interior and its perfect aside the repairs! Great video and work as always Matt! :D
Good vid....do often see your hoodie/logo at Manchester Storm games so someone is a fan!!!
Love these RR vids :-)
Great video Matt. I think if everyone reflected on their first 2 years of ownership, it might not have always been plain sailing on any car (except mine 😂). Nice to know you still love it and it's nice to see someone fairly normal in a Range Rover. Before I started watching your videos I thought they were only driven by footballers, their wives, car dealers and landlords... 🤪 I've never sat in a Range Rover and probably never will but now I appreciate them a bit more because of your videos.
Well said!
I really enjoyed this video. I'm so happy that you still love your Range Rover. No vehicle is perfect. Drive what you enjoy, and what you can afford. I can absolutely relate about not loving the colour white. But guess what? My new car ended up being white 🤣 What you said about not liking anything better than your Range Rover really resonated with me. I bought my Mazda 2 new in 2011, and my husband recently gifted me a new Mazda 2 (we are supposed to pick it up tomorrow). He asked me which vehicle I wanted - but I said that there is nothing that can beat that car for me ☺️