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Old 01-03-2019, 10:06 AM
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I haven't seen anyone make that comparison.
The RR to me has always been an overpriced status symbol with terrible reliability.
Only brand less reliable is Chrysler.
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Originally Posted by MonzaAvant
I haven't seen anyone make that comparison.
The RR to me has always been an overpriced status symbol with terrible reliability.
Only brand less reliable is Chrysler.
Yes I know. I've owned two RR lemons.
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I was pretty sure I wanted the Q8 before they hit dealerships (I'd ordered one) but to be sure I took a look at several others for comparison. I looked at the RR Sport, BMW X6 and Mercedes GLC. Of those I was most impressed with the RR Sport... but I still didn't think I'd like it as much as the Q8. Then I saw the Q8 and it hands down was the right vehicle for me.
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As much as I love the looks of the RRS, you couldn't pay me to buy another Range Rover product anytime soon. My Velar has been a nightmare since I leased it.

I agree with the comments above regarding RR's badge appeal. People are willing to put up with an outdated/glitchy/unreliable car because it says Range Rover on the back.
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In terms of features, the q8 and RR Sport can definitely be cross shopped.

Besides the badge, there is a degree of elegance to Range Rovers. While they do a great job on design, exterior and interior, the electronics on the newer versions are pretty unreliable if you read the forums

I was told earlier that reliability had improved when the Tata group bought them out, but I guess not

I have always wanted a Range Rover (LWB Autobiography) but there is no way I will put up with repeated visits to the dealer, especially for such an expensive vehicle.

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Originally Posted by CipherKeys
As much as I love the looks of the RRS, you couldn't pay me to buy another Range Rover product anytime soon. My Velar has been a nightmare since I leased it.

I agree with the comments above regarding RR's badge appeal. People are willing to put up with an outdated/glitchy/unreliable car because it says Range Rover on the back.
I'm cross shopping the Velar P380 R-Dynamic HSE and the Q8 Prestige. I am looking at some other options, but those are my top two. Land Rover is much more aggressive with its lease programs.

Why are you so unhappy with your Velar?

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