2019 Land Rover Range Rover

Pros: Ferocious acceleration in supercharged V8 models; impeccably luxurious cabin; fantastic off-road capabilities, good on-road driving dynamics

Cons: Stratospheric prices, especially in Autobiography models; some complex controls; seating for five only—no 3rd-row is available

CG Says: The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover gains an available Wade Sensing system that provides real-time wading depth information when driving through deep water. Active Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto functionality are also newly available. Range Rover is a premium large SUV with seating for five. Besides the standard wheelbase, Range Rover also offers long-wheelbase versions with 7.3 inches of additional rear legroom. The base engine is a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 that is rated at 340 horsepower or 380 hp in the HSE model. A supercharged 5.0-liter V8 develops 518 hp in Supercharged and Autobiography models, while the topline SVAutobiography has a 557-hp version of the supercharged V8. A 254-hp 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel is also available. All engines mate to an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive is standard. Available features include massaging seats, heated/cooled seats, power rear seats, hands-free tailgate, adaptive cruise control, surround-view cameras, parking assist, and power door closing. Available safety features include lane-keep assist and autonomous emergency braking. Few SUVs can come close to matching the Range Rover’s combination of good driving dynamics, luxurious accommodations, superb off-road ability, and country-club curb appeal. None of that comes cheap, however, as this is one of the most expensive SUVs around. Most buyers probably don’t need all the Range Rover has to offer, and as such, will likely find better value elsewhere.