Overview & Reviews

Thanks to a new platform co-designed by Ford, a 300-horse V8 borrowed from Jaguar, sumptuous interior appointments and a wide array of high-tech gadgetry, the all-new midsize LR3 promises to be one of the best Rovers yet.

• Highly advanced suspension well suited for on-road cruising and off-road adventures, fold-flat second- and third-row seats, opulent interior, optional 600-watt stereo, powerful V8.

• Only one engine available, priced higher than its competitors.

User Reviews:

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  Hot fun in the summertime - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By ADM HALSEY - May 21 - 4:46 am

  So far, this vehicle is all it can be. The steering and brakes are excellent, ditto for overall handling & response at all speeds. The sweet spot for maximum MPG on the highway is around 66-67 mph - I have cruised to the tune of 22.7+ MPG. Just dont drive like a fool around town and you may inch to 16 MPG. Nothing major to take issue with, aside from petty annoyances that were more than answered on the web site - excellent training videos for all aspects of the car. I came to aquire this car through a series of fortunate events, had I paid the full $62,000 I might be singing a different tune. I have driven many vehicles since 1970, now I get it about LR. Nice car if you can afford.

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  LR3 beats my 2003 X5 - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By Carnut - March 19 - 7:16 am

  I turned in my X5 for a new LR3 SE w/ NAvigation in December. This vehicle, in comparison, has a lot more to offer than my BMW did. The ride quality as well as the build quality have been exceptional - Land Rover, as a company, has definitely turned itself around. I have taken the vehicle to mountains in blistering snow and was surprised how well it rode, without ever being worried that I am going to get stuck. I have gotten stuck with my BMW X5 various times up in Mammoth

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  Positive news - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By Erwin - January 22 - 12:53 pm

  This is my 13th Land Rover since 1987 and I can only say that the experience is getting more rewarding now the engine is "loose" and it really works like a gem. Interior feels great and works well and the profile of the car is a great design. The car feels solid and it navigates the Southern California freeways with ease. It is a perfect size for the busy roads. We have a 2003 Discover II (no problems whatsoever) and a 2003 Range Rover HSE in the garage. Other then the first Range Rover I never had any problems with the other Land Rover products. They are incredable vehicles, on road and off. Look forward to the new 2007 Range Rover as well.

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  Purchased 05 in 10 (LR3SE) - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By landroverjack - December 8 - 2:25 pm

  I absolutely love this vehicle. Ive owned two 4-Runners, a Land Cruiser, an Audi and two BMWs. This LR3 is far and away my favorite vehicle. I will never own any other type of transportation. Ease of use and its generous driving proportions are a delight to the hands and feet. I purposely sought one that did not have the navigation as they just a pain overall. Especially when my iPhone can take me anywhere.... anyhow. This vehicle has the cold weather package which I recommend if you live in the north. Ive been out in the boonies with this man-car a few times and have driven it cross country twice. Did its duty and worked like a manly man car should. I dig it.

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  LR3 First In Its Class - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By Sontob - November 30 - 2:40 am

  Great overall vehicle. Offers everything one would need in an SUV; practical design, great modern looks, utilitarian interior, and incredible off road ability. Driving experience is very smooth and quiet. Everything that the vehicle offers from the tailgate and navigation to stadium seating and terrian response provides an easy and useful experience. I have driven it in snow, mud, and over rocks with no problems. My wife enjoys locally driving to the market or to work from time to time and I enjoy using it for off roading, snow trips and camping.

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  Love my HSE - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By CapnCurry - November 20 - 4:23 pm

  Love this vehicle. My criteria was 1) had to have navigation, 2) good in snow 3) has good towing capacity 4) was a luxury SUV. It met all of this in one nice package. Believe it or not its rated towing capacity is 7,700 lbs, thats more than a Hummer H2! And the Jaguar engine is smooth and sweet. This one is a keeper.

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  Excellence - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By George - November 4 - 8:13 am

  This is a great SUV. The interior of this car is amazing. Its almost as if you were driving the more expensive range rover but for a lot less. If you want a great SUV that will serve your every need, this is it.

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  My one owner LR3 before me. - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By rhazen541 - October 11 - 11:26 pm

  Honestly when I considered purchasing this I was looking at a 06 MB C230, and my LR3 I usually have SUV but ins. good on MB. I only drove the LR3 for about maybe a mile on test drive, and liked it but was strange feeling. Later after purchasing it that day the more I drove the more I loved the LR3! Then when did my first road trip to visit family, there is a lot of passing power on highway and for hills, the top was not heavy so it didnt lean bad at all, w/ 50/50% (close to) weight ratio there is not any under or over steer! I love the ride comfort and steady feel on road even higher speeds. Seen one hit at 55mph head on and doors still open, it drove fine only radiator leaked so took in!

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  Worlds finest SUV - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By MARK HOWARD - September 24 - 1:06 am

  I read all the hype but I had my doubts so I went for a test drive. The salesman drove no more than 50 feet to the dealership test track which is rocky and narrow with tight, steep off-camber turns. I was amazed my wife was like a kid on a theme park ride. "Lets do it again! Come on, lets do it again!" One we headed out the drive way the controls were in my hands. My first impression was the comfort and drive feel of a large luxury sedan. I had to have it and bought it that day. I could wait to get it off-road so I racked up the "break-in" miles in a couple of days and headed for the dirt. Nothing compares or even comes close to the off- road performance of an LR3. Buy it!

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  Head to Head, better than X5 - 2005 Land Rover LR3
  By Kat-LA - August 31 - 11:10 pm

  Loved my X5 over past 5 yrs but too many trips to service so went with fully loaded LR3. LUV this vehicle! Incredibly fun to drive, great features. Only had it 6 days and cant wait to learn all the gadgets. Terrain system far superior to the new Range Rover, and thus LR3 a better vehicle IMO.