ek1
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One thing that's a fact is that Land Rover parts are more expensive, apples to apples. For example, the A/C compressor for a 2012-2018 Wrangler has an MSRP of $720, while the A/C compressor for my 2013 Range Rover Sport has an MSRP of $991. Also, Land Rover dealer's service labor rate is probably double the Jeep's. And yes, LR air suspension is significantly more complicated. You have U+L control arms, active air springs, electronically adjustable shocks, auto-leveling, full-time four-wheel drive with a two-speed transfer case, their Terrain Response system (basically various 4WD modes). All of that is electronically controlled and has a bunch of sensors. It's not that it's less reliable, but it's definitely more complicated expensive to maintain than the Wrangler.I don’t know from a personal ownership, but two of my work colleagues have owned LRs in the last year. One had a buyback offer after dealer was unable to repair engine noise issues after 90 days in the shop. The other colleague has one with the supercharged motor…loves it but has spent many thousands in repairs in last year. It has about 100,000 miles…nice vehicle but a big money suck. I know the Jeep might be bad….but things like air suspension and AC compressors apparently are very expensive on these things. I’m glad you’ve had good luck but I’ve mostly heard bad thing about LRs , including newer versions.
Many people don't want to pay dealer labor rates, so they take these poor Land Rovers to Pep Boys or just ignore maintenance altogether and then either pay 2x to get them fixed or just trade them in.
The ride quality with the air suspension is like no other and the 5.0L Supercharged V8 does not hurt either.
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