Land Rover Range Rover 1981
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A lot of car for money, including air con, cruise control etc.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    V8 is thirsty when driven at speed, many things can and do go wrong.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Smooth V8, but sways in corners.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cruises nicely, very smooth automatic shift.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Been OK so far, but haven't had it long so time will tell. Rear electric window switches don't work, but can be controlled by front passengers.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very respectable to farmers and many others, but are hated by Greenpeace which adds to its image.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Was the best and still isn't bad, velour seats are sticky when the weathers hotter.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    OK, fitted with aftermarket immobiliser.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Electric rear-window switches don't work.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes