2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is available as the HSE ($57,950) or the Supercharged ($71,250). The HSE is powered by a 4.4 liter V8 with 300 horsepower while the Supercharged has a 4.2 liter V8 with 390 horsepower. Both are configured with automatic transmissions with six speeds. The models include all-wheel drive, brakes with anti-locking technology suitable for all terrains, and systems for control of traction, terrain response, and suspension. The standard protective airbag array includes six units strategically placed to protect the driver and occupants.

The standard audio system has 550-watts of power playing across thirteen speakers. Navigation is accessed via a color screen and Bluetooth connectivity allows for personal cell phone integration. The seats are upholstered in leather on both models with the HSE trimmed in Rhodium and the Supercharged in cherry wood.

The maximum towing weight for the vehicles with a braked trailer is 7,716 lbs. (1,653 lbs. unbraked) with a loadspace volume of 71 cubic feet. The vehicle seats five and has a ground clearance of 6.8 inches (8.9 inches off-road) and can esily ford water to a depth of 27.6 inches.

The 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE is available in Chawton White, Stornoway Grey, Java Black Pearlescent, Giverny Green Mictallic, Zermatt Silver Metallic, Buckingham Blue, Rimini Red Micatallic, and Arctic Frost. (Alpaca seats and carpet are an option.) The Supercharged is available in all the same exterior finishes except Arctic Frost.

2007 Land Rover Range Rover Review

The 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is available in the HSE ($77,250) and Supercharged ($92,750) models. The HSE has a 4.4 liter V8 with an automatic transmission with six speeds, all-wheel drive, and an electronic system for traction control. The Supercharged has a 4.2 liter V8 with the same transmission, drive system, and traction control. Additional monitoring systems include those addressing terrain response and tire pressure. Occupants are shielded by nine airbags and the Range Rover is outfitted with all-wheel brakes rated for any terrain and incorporating anti-locking technology.

The standard sound system features a Harman Kardon unit (710 watts) playing across fourteen speakers. The navigation system is accessed via a touch screen that includes a camera providing a rear view of the vehicle as well as Bluetooth connectivity for personal cell phone integration. The HSE has seats faced in leather and the center console, doors, and fascia are trimmed in American Cherry.

The 2007 Land Rover Range Rover can comfortably carry five. The vehicle has a gound clearance of 8.7 (11 inches off-road) and a wading depth of 27.6 inches. Maximum towing weight with a braked trailer is 7,716 lbs. (unbraked 1,653 lbs.) The maximum loadspace volume is 74.2 cubic feet.

2007 Land Rover LR3 Review

The 2007 Land Rover LR3 is available as a V6 SE for $42,150 (4-liter, 216 horsepower), a V8 SE for $48,950 (4.4-liter, 300 horsepower), and a V8 HSE for $53,950 (4.4-liter, 300 horsepower). All models get an estimated fuel consumption of 14 mpg city and 19 highway with the standard automatic transmission with six speeds and CommandShift. Permanent 4WD with a system for traction control compliments other onboard elements like terrain response, air suspension, and all-wheel brakes.

Standard seating capacity on the V6 SE is five; seven on the V8 SE and HSE. Seats are leather with the second row a 65/35 split in the V6SE and a 35/30/35 on the other models. Drivers enjoy eight levels of adjustment with passengers being afford six. The audio system on the SE models is a 240-watt Harman Kardon unit playing over nine speakers and using a changer in the dash holding six discs. The HSE jumps to a 550-watt unit playing to thirteen speakers.

Maximum payload capacity on the 2007 Land Rover LR3 ranges from 1,325 to 1,806 with maximum trailer weight (with brakes) at 7,700 lbs. (without brakes 1,650.) Occupants are protected by an array of six airbags including those covering the driver and passenger as well as bags in the curtain position for each row of seating. Doors on the LR3 have integrated beams to absorb impact and crumple zones are present to the front and rear.

2008 Land Rover LR2 Review

The all new 2008 Land Rover LR2 SE SUV is compact, yet powerful with it's 3.2L I-6 DOHC all aluminum, Volvo made, 230 hp SMPI engine. The LR2 replaces the old 3 door Freelander and offers easier access with its 5 doors and 8.3 ground clearance. Whether your climbing the dunes or cursing through the city, you'll feel the incredible response of LR2's smooth 6 speed automatic transmission pushing 0-60 mph in 8.4 seconds.

The 2008 Land Rover LR2's cabin combines the feeling of luxury with the rugged outdoors. Coming standard with black or gray leather interior trim, or you can choose the surprising Pixel Metallic. The roominess of the cabin is a noticeable difference from the cramped Freelander. Offering power seats, electronic stability control, satellite radio with 14 Dolby Pro Logic speakers, and the popular split folding rear seat, the 2008 Land Rover LR2 will quickly become your favorite.

Power and practicality, the new 2008 Land Rover LR2 boasts 18mpg city and 24 mpg highway. Standard safety features include side-impact, dual-front, rear and front side-curtain, as well as driver's knee air bags. The standard antirollover technology and electronic traction control will deliver the safety your family needs. Interior options include: heated front seats and a Bluetooth navigation system.

Even though some think the LR2 is a "baby" Land Rover it is certainly no wimp. The LR2's stylish sleek design combined with its kick'in 4x4 performance will deliver the power you need. Land Rover has always had a legendary reputation for great mechanical reliability and the 2008 LR2 carries on the tradition with a fresh point of view.