Land Rover LR2 SUV Review
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The 2011 Land Rover LR2 is the smallest and most affordable crossover SUV in Land Rover's range of vehicles. Its smaller size makes it easier to drive in urban environments while still maintaining Land Rover's renowned superior off-road capabilities.
The Land Rover LR2 has many standard features that are optional on other models of its class. The Land Rover LR2 includes cruise control that is located on the steering wheel along with the audio controls, leather seats, climate control that is dual-zoned, a keyless start-up system, dual-panel sunroof controlled by a single button, rain-sensing wipers, fog lamps, distance control for rear parking, power leather seats, stadium-like seating for the second row so passengers can see out the front, CD/DVD changer for six discs and 18-inch alloy wheels. Options include 19-inch alloy wheels, a satellite navigation system, memory seating, xenon adaptive front lighting, connectivity for Bluetooth, and choice of a Dolby surround sound system with 12 speakers or a Bose surround sound system with seven speakers.
Specs:
The engine of the Land Rover LR2 is a 3.2 liter inline six cylinder engine that produces 230 horsepower and 234 pound-feet of torque. Acceleration is somewhat sluggish but the vehicle can easily maintain a speed of 75 mph on the highway. The only transmission available is a six-speed automatic that has sport and clutchless manual modes. This makes for smoother shifting with the feeling of one gear blending into another. All-wheel drive is standard.
The Land Rover LR2 corners precisely and although it handles driving around town reasonably well despite some floundering over bumpy pavement, it performs much better in off-road situations. The suspension is soft and both body roll and nose dive are noticeable. The ride may not be particularly smooth but the quality rates as overall comfortable.
Fuel economy for the Land Rover LR2 is 15 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. These ratings are average considering the hefty weight of the vehicle at 4, 255 pounds and a shape designed to be more angular in nature than streamlined.
The seats in the Land Rover LR2 are made of leather with firm support but the bottom cushion lacks some length that reduces the support for taller drivers. The seats themselves are somewhat on the small side so the side bolsters might squeeze people of larger size.
The general interior of the Land Rover LR2 is also somewhat lacking in ergonomic design due to the high seating position. Reaching down to adjust the radio and air conditioning are required as well as glancing down to view the screen of the optional navigation system. In addition, the buttons in the middle of the dash are relatively similar in appearance which increases the difficulty of finding the right button. The back seats have firm cushioning like the front ones with good headroom considering the panoramic sunroof, but the bottom cushion has the same problem as the front, not being long enough for long-legged and taller people.
The most outstanding feature of the Land Rover LR2 remains its ability to handle off-road situations, partnered by the Terrain Response system. This enables the vehicle's engine, transmission, all-wheel drive system, suspension and stability to be adjusted to match the conditions of the terrain, giving an optimal ride by pressing a single button
The Land Rover LR2 has many standard features that are optional on other models of its class. The Land Rover LR2 includes cruise control that is located on the steering wheel along with the audio controls, leather seats, climate control that is dual-zoned, a keyless start-up system, dual-panel sunroof controlled by a single button, rain-sensing wipers, fog lamps, distance control for rear parking, power leather seats, stadium-like seating for the second row so passengers can see out the front, CD/DVD changer for six discs and 18-inch alloy wheels. Options include 19-inch alloy wheels, a satellite navigation system, memory seating, xenon adaptive front lighting, connectivity for Bluetooth, and choice of a Dolby surround sound system with 12 speakers or a Bose surround sound system with seven speakers.
Specs:
The engine of the Land Rover LR2 is a 3.2 liter inline six cylinder engine that produces 230 horsepower and 234 pound-feet of torque. Acceleration is somewhat sluggish but the vehicle can easily maintain a speed of 75 mph on the highway. The only transmission available is a six-speed automatic that has sport and clutchless manual modes. This makes for smoother shifting with the feeling of one gear blending into another. All-wheel drive is standard.
The Land Rover LR2 corners precisely and although it handles driving around town reasonably well despite some floundering over bumpy pavement, it performs much better in off-road situations. The suspension is soft and both body roll and nose dive are noticeable. The ride may not be particularly smooth but the quality rates as overall comfortable.
Fuel economy for the Land Rover LR2 is 15 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. These ratings are average considering the hefty weight of the vehicle at 4, 255 pounds and a shape designed to be more angular in nature than streamlined.
The seats in the Land Rover LR2 are made of leather with firm support but the bottom cushion lacks some length that reduces the support for taller drivers. The seats themselves are somewhat on the small side so the side bolsters might squeeze people of larger size.
The general interior of the Land Rover LR2 is also somewhat lacking in ergonomic design due to the high seating position. Reaching down to adjust the radio and air conditioning are required as well as glancing down to view the screen of the optional navigation system. In addition, the buttons in the middle of the dash are relatively similar in appearance which increases the difficulty of finding the right button. The back seats have firm cushioning like the front ones with good headroom considering the panoramic sunroof, but the bottom cushion has the same problem as the front, not being long enough for long-legged and taller people.
The most outstanding feature of the Land Rover LR2 remains its ability to handle off-road situations, partnered by the Terrain Response system. This enables the vehicle's engine, transmission, all-wheel drive system, suspension and stability to be adjusted to match the conditions of the terrain, giving an optimal ride by pressing a single button
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