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The 2017 Land Rover Range Rover has a splendid range of 2 trims. The price range extends from $85,650 for the Base trim to a massive $93,645 for the Supercharged HSE trim. It offers nifty little features like a heated windshield, heated door mirrors with memory function, and a sliding panoramic sunroof that together adds practicality and also up the luxury quotient.

The Base, which is the low-end trim of the 2017 Range Rover offers features such as a grey tow eye cover, heated windshield, heated door mirrors with memory, and auto-dimming exterior mirrors. Ranking a step ahead from the Base trim is the HSE trim, and it comes with a sliding panoramic roof as an additional feature. Moreover, both the Base and HSE trim also come in turbo diesel engine variants.

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From our perspective, if one needs a Range Rover with moderate engine power, then the low-end Base trim is recommended over the HSE trim due to the price difference of $7,000. On the other hand, for satisfying the appetite for speed and aggressive throttle response, the Supercharged with the more capable V8 engine is the best option.

Evaluating the 3.0-Liter V6 engine of the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover, it has the capacity of producing a maximum power of 340 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque.

Additionally, the engine is coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission and gets a 4-wheel drive drivetrain as standard.

Looking at the engine specs of the rivals, the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover engine is the least powerful as the Cadillac Escalades 6.2L V8engine offers the highest amount of power, which corresponds to 420 hp. The Lincoln Navigator offers similar torque output as that of the Cadillac but lacks the power, while the GLS 450 has a bit more power and torque than the Range Rover.

What is the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV's 0-60 mph Acceleration Performance?

The 2017 Range Rover 0-60 mph time of 6.5 seconds is pretty good for a luxury lifestyle as the size and heft of the Range Rover. It takes 14.7 seconds to cover the quarter-mile drag strip, which is also not bad even against its competitors. Though the numbers are good, they do fall short in comparison to the peers in the segment.

The Mercedes GLS 450 is the fastest to reach 60 mph from standstill, while it is the Cadillac’s V8 that helps it cross the finish line of the quarter-mile drag strip the fastest along with Mercedes. The Lincoln also performs exceptionally well as it holds the second slot after Mercedes in the 0-60 mph timings, while the Range Rover is the slowest in all aspects of the test. 

Has the Ride and Handling of the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV improved?

Getting behind the wheel of Range Rover feels amazing as its dynamics allow a butter-smooth operation while on the road. The interior cabin is very well isolated from the external noise, and the seats are well cushioned. Additionally, features like all-terrain information display and blind-spot assist acts as an extra set of eyes for the driver. If we talk about the handling, the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover is among the best. The 4WD transmission layout delivers enough power to all the wheels of the SUV, and it can perform outstandingly in off-road conditions.

What is the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV's Braking Performance?

Despite being lighter than its top opponents, the brakes of the Range Rover are not impressive, and its 60-0 mph stopping distance of 137 ft proves that. The small-ish 13.8-inch front and rear brake rotors could be one of the reasons behind that. The 2017 Range Rover holds a curb weight of 4,839 lbs.

The best braking performance is offered by Cadillac Escalade with 119 feet of 60-0 mph braking distance, thanks to its highest 17-inch brakes at the front as well as the rear. The Mercedes takes just a foot more than the Cadillac while the Lincoln also travels pretty far before coming to a complete halt.

What is the Towing Capacity of the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV?

Buying a luxury lifestyle vehicle means that it has multiple roles to fulfill, one of them being hauling speed boats or a motorhome at the back for its esteemed customers. The 2017 Range Rover has a solid towing capacity of 7,716 lbs, which although is good enough for most buyers, but is lower than some of its competitors. 

The Lincoln Navigator shows its tugging prowess with a maximum of 9,000 lbs of towing capacity, which is the best in the business. The Cadillac offers a slightly lower towing capacity while Mercedes offers the lowest towing capacity, which is just a couple of hundred pounds lower than that of the Range Rover.

Coming to the fuel economy of the Ranger Rover, the fuel efficiency of 17 mpg in the city is decent, but its highway fuel economy of 23 mpg is commendable. The combined mileage of the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover is nearly 19 miles per gallon as rated by the EPA, which together with a sizable 22.5-gallon gas tank helps it achieve over 400 miles of combined city and highway driving range. 

The Land Rover and the Mercedes both offer similar fuel economies, which is one of the best in its class. The two Americans offer a lower fuel economy but feature larger fuel tanks that help it achieve a similar driving range as that of the Land Rover. Range Rover offers the smallest fuel tank in the competition.

The passenger capacity of the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover is 5, which is incomparable against the accommodation of 7 offered by all of its rivaling SUVs.

Additionally, unlike Escalade, Navigator, and Mercedes GLS class, no third row is available in the Range Rover, which is a disappointment. The additional seats could be very useful for carrying a large group of individuals for short urgent trips.

Talking about the interior space at the front, both the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator Select are roomier than the Range Rover. In the second row, the headroom offered by the Range Rover for passengers is 39.2 inches, which is better than only the Cadillac Escalade. However, its legroom is greatest and shoulder room is larger than the Mercedes-Benz GLS Class. Few key features include-

• 14-way power-adjustable driver and passenger seat with electric lumbar support and adjustable bolsters
• Heated and Ventilated Front Bucket Seats with Full Oxford Perforated Leather Seat Trim
• 40-20-40 Folding Split-Bench Heated Reclining Tumble Forward Rear Seat
• Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
• Heated Leather Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away
• Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning w/Steering Wheel Controls
• Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
• Memory Settings for Driver’s seat, Door Mirrors, and Steering Wheel

How is the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV’s infotainment system?

For keeping the passengers entertained during the journeys, the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover comes with a standard InControl Touch Pro infotainment system. The infotainment supports AM/FM, DVD, USB and also offers an inbuilt-navigation system for conveniently reaching destinations. Additionally, a Meridian Premium Brand Sound System is incorporated inside the vehicle, which comprises a subwoofer and 13 speakers. The only thing that is missing out from the infotainment system is the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support feature. Major infotainment features include-

• 10.2-inch Touchscreen InControl Touch Pro infotainment system
• 13-speaker 380 Watt Meridian Audio system with a subwoofer
• SiriusXM Satellite and HD radio
• Real-Time Traffic Display with Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation
• InControl Secure Tracker System
• Smart Device Remote Engine Start

How much is the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV’s Cargo capacity?

From the time immemorial, practicality has been synonymous with SUVs, and Range Rover performs decently there. In terms of cargo volume availability, the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover fails to excite against its competition. Its 71.7 cubic feet of cargo space at the first row and 32.1 cubic feet at the second row is the least amidst the rivals. 

On the contrary, the Lincoln Navigator Select demonstrates supremacy with it's 103.3 and 54.4 cubic feet of space at first and second seat row respectively while it offers a decent space even with the third row upright. The Cadillac and the Mercedes offer similar space, both of which are superior to the Range Rover.

Measuring from the outside, the 2017 Land Rover Range Rovers length of 196.8 inches and height of 72.3 inches is lesser than all of its competitors. While judging an SUV, the ground clearance is a very crucial factor, and the Range Rover’s 8.7 inches is just unparalleled.

However, with 115 inches of wheelbase, the 2017 Range Rover is shortest than its listed competitors. Features acting as a catalyst for the charming looks of the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover are 20-inch aluminum wheels with 5 split-spokes, Eye-catching Xenon Discharge headlamps with DRLs, Black Roof Rail, and the SVO premium paint finish.

The Lincoln Navigator is the longest and tallest SUV here, but it is the Mercedes that offers the longest wheelbase while the Cadillac is the widest car. The Range Rover offers the best ground clearance but others too aren’t far behind in this aspect. When it comes to curb weight, Lincoln Navigator is the heaviest of the lot.

For such a huge price tag, one will not have to encounter any shortcomings in the safety department of the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover. Like the vehicle performance, the safety standards are also quite high. Configurable auto-lock, engine immobilizer, stability control, pre-collision safety system, self-leveling headlights, lane departure warning, accident avoidance system, and post-collision safety system are some of the highlighted safety features. Major safety features include-

• Terrain Response Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
• Driveline Traction Control
• Forward Collision Mitigation
• Lane Departure Warning
• Front And Rear Parking Sensors
• Low Tire Pressure Warning
• Back-Up Camera w/Washer

2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV vs Cadillac Escalade

Giving a run for money to the 2017 Range Rover is the Cadillac Escalade SUV, which is priced almost $12,000 lesser than the Rover. Apart from the annual emission, fuel economy and ground clearance, the Cadillac Escalade beats the Range Rover in all other parameters with a surprisingly good margin. Keeping the price tag and performance in mind, the Cadillac Escalade is a better option than the 2017 Range Rover.

2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV vs Lincoln Navigator Select SUV

Lincoln Navigator Select is another SUV capable of threatening the prestige of the Range Rover. With an MSRP of $63,195, the Navigator seems to be much more affordable than many other SUVs in its segment. Moreover, when compared to the 2017 Range Rover, the Navigator shows an upper hand in terms of acceleration, braking, overall dimensions, passenger accommodation, and cargo volume.

2017 Land Rover Range Rover SUV vs Mercedes-Benz GLS Class

Another worldwide acclaimed auto manufacturer, Mercedes-Benz is also putting competition to the Range Rover with its GLS-Class SUV. In monetary terms, the GLS-Class SUV gets a price-cut of approximately $17,000 as compared to the 2017 Range Rover. The 3.0 L engine puts up a maximum power of 362 hp, which is fairly greater than the power offered by Range Rover. However, its looks are a little faded in front of the Range Rover beauty. Statistically, the GLS-Class SUV offers a lesser 60-0 mph distance, a longer wheelbase, and a larger seating capacity. Whereas, Range Rover 0-60 mph acceleration, ground clearance, towing capacity, and front and second space exceeds that of the GLS SUV.

The 2017 Land Rover Range Rover is surely a high-performance SUV with its unmatched luxurious offerings. Moreover, its Supercharged trim with the V8 engine is capable of catering needs of thrill-seekers. Although the Range Rover off-roading capability is damn good, still it doesn't justify the high pricing of the vehicle. To be honest, many rivals of Range Rover have very competitive price tags, making them a better option.