Are Range Rovers expensive to maintain?
Learn more about the maintenance and running costs for the iconic Range Rover SUV
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Choosing a used Land Rover Range Rover for your next car means you’ll be getting a premium SUV with plenty to offer.
The sleek styling and plush interior make the impressive drive quality of the car even more appealing, making it ideal for those who fancy something luxurious.
A prestigious model like the Range Rover usually means you’ll be paying a higher price than you would for budget options, but you’re getting a whole lot for your money.
Even so, you might still want to ensure that maintenance and running costs aren’t through the roof.
While the premium parts that the Range Rover is built with can be more expensive, this does mean you’re getting higher quality that’s built to last.
Range Rover servicing costs
Car servicing isn’t a legal requirement in the UK, but it’s recommended if you want to keep your Range Rover in the best condition.
Servicing will usually include maintenance like a brake inspection and fluid change, an oil change, and a spark plug replacement.
The exact procedure will depend on the type of service you choose, as there are a few different options.
It’s recommended that you service your Range Rover every 10,000 miles, and your Range Rover model might also display a ‘Service Required’ message to give you a reminder.
In the UK, a standard car service will usually start at prices around £150, but this will change depending on the service option you choose.
You may also need to cover the cost of replacement parts if any issues crop up.
Land Rover also offers servicing plans for Range Rover models that can be applied to new or approved-used models up to 10 years old.
You can also choose a cinchCare package when purchasing a used Range Rover model with us, and this includes routine servicing plus breakdown assistance.
Range Rover repair costs
As with all luxury cars, repairs and parts on Range Rover models are usually slightly more expensive.
This is because you’re paying for the higher quality and premium feel that come with branded parts.
The good thing is that you’ll likely be making these repairs less frequently, as the improved quality means they’re built to last.
It’s worth weighing up whether the higher cost of parts is worth it to you, or if you’d rather have a cheaper model and the potential for making repairs more often.
Range Rover models also get a three-year/unlimited-mileage warranty from brand-new and are generally considered to have upped their reliability.
While there have been concerns in previous years, recently there do seem to be some reported improvements.
Keeping on top of MOTs, servicing and other types of maintenance will help keep your Range Rover in the best possible condition.
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Range Rover insurance costs
In the UK, car insurance costs are influenced by the insurance group the car sits in.
These groups are decided using a variety of factors, including how expensive your car would be to replace or repair if it’s damaged.
Insurance groups range from one to 50, and choosing a Range Rover in a lower insurance group will mean that costs will be lower.
Higher insurance group models mean higher insurance costs to pay.
Range Rover models usually range from groups 24 to 50, with some Range Rover Sport and Evoque models sitting to the lower end of the scale.
Your insurance costs will also be affected if you live in an area with high crime rates or have previous driving offences, so it’s best to get a quote from your insurer to see if a Range Rover suits your budget.
Which Range Rover models are expensive to maintain?
It’s usually the case that the most expensive Range Rover models are the most expensive to maintain, as these have the highest quality build using premium parts.
The Range Rover Velar is considered to be one of the brand’s most reliable Range Rover options, so this might be the one to choose to keep running costs low.
The Range Rover Evoque has also been praised for reliability, making it another good option for a low-maintenance, premium SUV.
There’s an all-new electric Range Rover that’s coming to markets from late 2023, and this one is likely to come with heavily reduced running costs.
Electric cars are usually much cheaper to maintain than combustion engine options, as these have less oily engine parts to worry about.