[GTO]

This is easily the best SUV I've ever driven. Love this generation as well as the last-gen Range Rover. The styling, opulence, sheer comfort, luxury & sense of occasion are unmatched by any other SUV. It's the ultimate "money no object" SUV.

Range Rovers & the special Land Rovers really leave a lasting impression on you. I've still not gotten over my test-drive of the Defender 2 years back.

Originally Posted by DonHyd

Just asking out of curiosity, between this car and Maybach Gls, which is more opulant and better engineered? Compared to the Maybach Gls, RR looks overpriced to me.

Driven both in the city & on the highway. Both are extraordinary cars. I love the Range Rover more. Whoever owns this SUV probably has another 5 - 10 cars in the house, so will live with the ownership costs and patchy reliability. The Maybach GLS will surely be the more practical / reliable to own.

[14000rpm]

Originally Posted by GTO

....I love the Range Rover more.

There is something about a Range Rover that just can't be explained. Isn't it. When you sit in one, the difference is clearly apparent. It just works its magic.

Originally Posted by GTO

. Whoever owns this SUV probably has another 5 - 10 cars in the house, ....

not really.

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Originally Posted by GTO

This is easily the best SUV I've ever driven.

A red Thar Petrol AT silently cries in a corner...

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I'm digging these 23" mono block wheels on the '23 RR. Simply gorgeous and completes the minimal design signature. Love it.




This one is from RDB LA but I've seen similar wheels from another British company too.

[N.K]

Loved the detailed review! I’ve got to ask—has any BHPian bought one or had any experiences with it so far?

There’s always a concern about reliability, so how is it holding up now?

I did read one post about the footstep accident, but have there been any other experiences or ownership stories?

Thanks in advance!

[14000rpm]

After a recent, lets say 'shake down' by my 2019 Range Rover Sport, I have started to look for it's replacement 2 yrs ahead of its time.

One of the options I am looking at is a Full Size RR.

Drove around this used example - 2023 Range Rover Autobiography.



It is the P550e version which means it is a Plug-In Hybrid. The short drive was, unsurprisingly, supremely comfortable. In fact I didn't find it any different ride-wise compared to my RRS.

Between the Sport and the full size, there is a lot more headroom in the full size and the rear seats are noticeably more comfortable.

Tech wise both seem to be identical.

I'll book a TD for a few days in the coming weeks and will share my longer experience.

Originally Posted by N.K

There’s always a concern about reliability, so how is it holding up now?

I didn't want to succumb to this worry when I bought my used RRS 2 yrs ago. After the recent issue, I have become more aware of the issues pertaining to Quality. There is no guidebook on where the inconsistencies are. In my case, it was a simple defect with routing of the wiring in the engine bay to the pump. Ignorant mistake at assembly.

There don't seem to be too many issues noted with the SW/HW bits though. Atleast not on mine.

Hence, I have come to conclude that a Range Rover is best when leased or has bumper to bumper warranty. If not, one has to befriend some service technicians and invest in Diagnostic tools.

[Omkar]

Driving the Range Rover is always a unique experience. The last time we drove the fifth-generation Range Rover was in 2023 when it was being imported as CBU (Read our detailed review here).


Last year, Land Rover started assembling the Range Rover in India at their plant in Pune which has brought in a massive price drop. Note that not all variants are being assembled in India. Only 2 variants of the long-wheelbase version are being assembled as of now – The Autobiography variant of the 3.0-litre petrol engine and the HSE variant of the 3.0-litre diesel engine. The petrol engine puts out 394 BHP & 550 Nm, while the diesel engine delivers 346 BHP and 700 Nm.

Let’s talk about the price. The 3.0-litre diesel HSE variant was priced at Rs. 2.80 crore (ex-showroom) when it was being imported via the CBU route. Now, after local assembly, the price has dropped by ~40 lakhs to Rs. 2.40 crore (ex-showroom). The 3.0-litre petrol Autobiography variant was priced at Rs. 3.16 crore in 2023. Now that it is being locally assembled, the ex-showroom price is Rs. 2.70 crore. Here’s a look at the detailed price list of all the variants and engine options available on the Range Rover - 2025 Range Rover Price List.pdf

This is the ‘Made in India’ Range Rover. It’s the long wheelbase version powered by a 3.0-litre diesel engine. Only the HSE variant with the diesel engine and the Autobiography variant with the petrol engine are being assembled in India:


The HSE variant doesn’t get a badge like the Autobiography variant on the vent-like design on the door:


You also get smaller 21-inch wheels compared to the Autobiography variant’s 22-inch wheels. The alloy wheel design is also different and the 22-inch wheels look better IMO. The 21-inch wheels on the HSE variant are shod with 275/50 R21 Michelin Primacy tyres:


Not much is different on the inside. You get a 13.1-inch curved touchscreen with Land Rover's Pivi Pro infotainment system, but you don’t get the HVAC controls below the touchscreen. The 2023 models used to have them (reference image), but they've been removed globally for 2024 models:


Instead of a type-C USB charging port, you get a 12V socket below the wireless charging pad:


Also missing was the control knob for the terrain response system (reference image):


The biggest difference for the HSE variant is in the backseat. You don’t get the lounge seats from the CBU variant. These don’t have the ottoman seats or the footrest behind the front seats. They’re still extremely comfortable:


No speakers in the headrests:


You do get a rear seat infotainment screen as standard:


The CBU unit was equipped with a 35-speaker, 1,680W Meridian Signature Sound System. On the HSE variant, you get a 19-speaker, 800W Meridian 3D Surround Sound System:


A couple of features missing in the boot area. Firstly, you don’t get an automatically folding luggage cover. This one is manual. And secondly, you don’t get the panel on the floor that you can use as a backrest (reference image):


There is a space for a full-sized spare wheel, so make sure you purchase one because it isn’t standard. You do get a puncture repair kit though:

[BlackPearl]

Originally Posted by 14000rpm

One of the options I am looking at is a Full Size RR.

Drove around this used example - 2023 Range Rover Autobiography.

Once you drive a Range Rover, it is very difficult to settle for anything else

[Cresterk]

While I’m happy that they overcame the challenges of assembling it in India, I’m not sure how to feel about this. 40L is a minor reduction in prices for the person willing to blow 3 crores on a car. However, it seems to have lost all the features that made it special.

Without any of the standout features, it feels more like an X7 or GLS. Fit and finish around the dashboard area also looks a bit questionable to my untrained eyes.

[AMG1]

Many special features being removed is not done on such an expensive flagship. However, I think globally AC touchpanels and Terrain Mode knob has been removed from 2024 model onwards on both Range Rover and Sport models.

https://www.carsuk.net/jaguar-land-r...e-rover-sport/

[14000rpm]

Originally Posted by BlackPearl

Once you drive a Range Rover, it is very difficult to settle for anything else

True that.
I actually want to try and convince myself otherwise.

Originally Posted by Omkar

but you don’t get the HVAC controls below the touchscreen. The 2023 models used to have them

Instead of a type-C USB charging port, you get a 12V socket below the wireless charging pad

Also missing was the control knob for the terrain response system

This is a global update. Not a Made-in-India change. I will miss those 2 manual features though. Removal of Type C only means they believe every RR driver's phone will be wireless charging only.

I checked on the Configurator yesterday.

Originally Posted by Omkar

The biggest difference for the HSE variant is in the backseat. You don’t get the lounge seats from the CBU variant. These don’t have the ottoman seats or the footrest behind the front seats. They’re still extremely comfortable:

Didn't know HSE's got those seats standard in India. Atleast out in Europe it is an option that one could pick on the Autobiography. perhaps HSE too.

Originally Posted by Omkar

You do get a rear seat infotainment screen as standard:

This has been made optional even on the Autobiography in Europe. That's a bummer.

Originally Posted by Omkar

The CBU unit was equipped with a 35-speaker, 1,680W Meridian Signature Sound System. On the HSE variant, you get a 19-speaker, 800W Meridian 3D Surround Sound System

This, I'm pretty sure, is per the pecking order of the models. 1680W Meridian is always only on Autobiography.

Originally Posted by Omkar

A couple of features missing in the boot area. Firstly, you don’t get an automatically folding luggage cover. This one is manual.

It's not a big loss to be honest.

Originally Posted by Omkar

And secondly, you don’t get the panel on the floor that you can use as a backrest

Also Autobiography only as I recall.

[N.K]

There’s something special about these, and I hope discussions about Land Rovers grow here.

Would anyone be willing to share their ownership or driving experience and compare the L405 and L322 with the L460?

I’ve seen a few forums mention that the L405 and L322 offer more of a “functional luxury” feel, while the L460 comes across as somewhat bland to drive. Having experienced the L322 myself, I definitely feel the urge some get to own it.

Cheers.

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Originally Posted by N.K

Would anyone be willing to share their ownership or driving experience and compare the L405 and L322 with the L460?

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Not L405, L322 or L460 but there are 2 ownership threads of a L494 and L320. Have you seen them?

My 2019 L494

Blackpearl's 2011 L320

[N.K]

Originally Posted by 14000rpm

Not L405, L322 or L460 but there are 2 ownership threads of a L494 and L320. Have you seen them?

My 2019 L494

Blackpearl's 2011 L320

Blackpearl's ownership is a beacon of hope for everyone hankering to own an old Land Rover. I hadn't come across yours, will read it now.

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Hadn't seen a Black on Black Range Rover L460 in-person. I like the look especially enhanced by the design choice of blacked out tail lights.