4 Year Review of my Range Rover Velar! Still Worth Buying?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
- These are my thoughts of my top 5 things I really like and the top 5 things I dislike about my Velar after 4 years of ownership! What are your thoughts?
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1:02 - Top 5 Things I LIKE
4:04 - Top 5 Things I DISLIKE
9:48 - What's Next For Me?
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I've had mine for 4 years and have had zero problems with it. Very reliable very comfortable handles well. Awesome vehicle!
What a lie. Reliable and Land Rover should not even be in one sentence.
I bought a new ‘Velar’ in showroom. Due to Covid I couldn’t drive her. She’s top of the range, it’s my second RR. I absolutely adore it! It does look amazing, though it’s much longer than I realised. I do have the warning sign’s on my mirrors already inclusive on my vehicle. And dark, very dark interior. I love the big 22 inch wheel’s. If I use sport it’s too fast on our roads. So drive is great. After all the very expensive vehicles I’ve had the Velar is the best. Every time I drive it, it feel’s like the first time. Yes they are expensive, if you can’t afford it, it’s best not too purchase one! No vehicle is worth debt or stress, You have to be prepared for everything!
Great video, I actually watched some of your older videos while researching whether to buy one and after afew delays because of the chip shortage I'm happy to say I'll be able to pick up my 21MY velar in afew weeks. From the videos I've seen the new Pivi Pro system will definately improve the bugs and the speed in the old system which was probably my only concern. I went for the mild hybrid D220, firenze red, black pack, r-dynamic, pan sun roof, automatic parking, electrically reclining heated rear seats for the kids and the exact same interior as yours 👌🏽👌🏽
Hey Tony - That actually sounds like a real beast you've ordered! Nice! Yeah the Pivi Pro system is pretty crap tbh, and I don't expect they will be able to upgrade me to the Pivi Pro system anytime soon, but the workaround I have is to simply use Apple CarPlay for everything, which I do, and its generally faster and nicer to use - so if you do the same, I wouldn't worry too much about their in-built system. Good luck!!
Nice update.
I own a black D300 and absolutely love it, it’s a real head turner, black pack, R-Dynamic, retractable roof, black 22’s, retractable side steps etc…but I do worry about potential issues.
I always look back when I park it, just love it.😁
Nice, you have a great model! Definitely has turned heads for the past few years!
Is it reliable? Looking for the 300 HP diesel V6 or maybe the X3 M40i.
surprisingly small car in real life but i’ll get mine in a few month💪🏽
@@masseran Velar looks better but i think BMW is always the better choice….if i had more money i’d def go for X5 but i don’t so i’ll buy a Velar instead😅
How many times have you been in service with your car ?
Love this review, thank you very much.🙏🏾❤️ The infotainment system sounds like our work database.🤦🏾♀️ You deserve more for the price of this car, beautiful as it is.
Thank you for the feedback! I agree 100% - Definitely deserve a lot more for how much this car costs.
I own a 2018 velar so I can speak from experience your video is spot on. I haven’t experienced the roof rack flying off and I hope I don’t but it’s good to know that for what they cost new that shouldn’t happen.
I have experienced the screen locking up and it is soooo frustrating. I’ve also had problems with the radio locking up where the station currently on is the only station you can use until you turn it off for 5 minutes and the system resets.
Thanks for your time to make this video it was interesting and it also let me know that others have the same problems but Range Rover service won’t acknowledge it. They always tell me we never heard of this before. Another quirk I just experienced was the remote start wouldn’t work because it said a window was open but clearly they weren’t. It was a software issue, the dealer had to reset all the limits on the windows, didn’t even know there was such a thing.
Thank you for sharing your similar experiences!
I recently noticed my remote start is a hit and miss, which is annoying since I have to pay a subscription fee for that feature!
Excellent review, thanks for taking the time to do it.
Great review for people wanting to know more about the Velar! Subscribed👍🏽
Absolutely loved my First Edition Velar R-Dynamic - and miss it. I appreciated the review.
Really appreciate your review. I've always wanted a RR but everyone I've ever mentioned it to says that I should buy two, this way I'll have one to drive while the other is in the shop!😱😳😫 Also, you have a valid point about how long it takes when roadtripping with an electric car. You need to tack on extra time. My clients who have Teslas say it's not an issue. "While you charge you can take a nap or a walk, or grab a bite to eat". But the thought of running out of 'electricity' scares the crap out of me as I live in the middle of the desert!
You won’t run out. I’ve rented one and the software is great. It’ll calculate your trip and tell you where to stop to get some juice so you’ll have more miles if you’re going on a long trip. Funnest car I’ve ever driven.
You posted this months ago, so you may not see this, but Outstanding Video. I have been looking at buying one for sometime now. Thank you for the honest review. On a small note, the electric cars are garbage specially in cold weather climates. at this moment in time and will be for sometime.
Hi mate - I definitely see it! 😁
Thanks for the feedback! Yeah I am holding out for a couple of years more to see what EV options there will be on the market before I make the switch from the Velar.
DM I have a Velar largest diesel motor (sorry my husband knew all the details) it 360 dynamic? also has the lift kit.
We ordered it as a retirement car sadly my husband past away before delivery I only planned to keep her for 12mths how plans have changed she's mine for life. I have never owned a more beautiful car to ride in or drive and whisper quite. Also she has hill assist amazing on step mountains.
The over all running cost fuel under 30 per cent of previous car I was shocked by the amount saved. We paid for the pre paid service and extended warranty.
I am always asked what car is it, one followed me home he had seen her and wanted to know what it was my son went out to confront him, he took him for a ride he was blown away by her speed. He came back a few weeks later with his a twin. I never give comments recommending. Oh and the sheer fun when someone is in her for the first time they are blown away by her power.
I am so blown away by her my son wanted to always keep her in the family because of the connection as he spent many hours with my husband planning her but know it's because of all the wonderful times she has give she's our's for life. Sorry for calling her she but she's to elegant to be a he
The harder Biden, Newsome and the Left push for everyone to comply and Drive electric cars, the more I go the opposite way. Rented a Velar while in Southern Cal and loved it! Handled and drove like a Sports car, with unmatched comfort and quality. Beautiful car.
i’m about to buy one this year💪🏽
Bought this very same car back in March 20, I can confirm that all that’s said in this video I agree with!!! Thanks for sharing
Thanks for the feedback, and you're welcome!
I own the velar as well 2021 . The roof rail seems like a fluke to me , I feel like it was pried up before flying off in the wind, maybe a car wash or some person looking to take it . everything else I agree with totally . Another thing is when you get into the car you feel amazing . I am 6”4 300 lbs and feel great after 7 hours of driving , super comfortable . I am an audiophile and the stereo in the car especially if you go with the upgraded one has like zero percent distortion . Everything about this car is a wet dream , the outside still looks sexy as hell and the inside is gorgeous as well. I can afford any of the Range Rover models and I decided on the velar because of its beauty , with the largest engine you have one hell of a ride .
I agree - thank you for sharing your feedback too!
is it enough room for you. im the same height as you and im considering buying it. is it enough leg room, and will people behind you have enough room
Do you ever have any clear coat / peeling on the black trim pieces? My vehicle has peeling almost everywhere, especially on the trunk.
I have a D240 HSE which I bought in April 2018. It only had 2000 km on the clock and now I am hitting 60. 000km. In that time it has had 2 services covered under the leasing arrangement costing around € 500 and € 700. I have had to fork out €1500 for new tyres.
I have been very pleased with the car which replaced an Evoque. It. Is very comfortable with the air suspension and the D240 has more than enough power. I have had no reliability issues to date. All in all , I have been very pleased with car and still think it is the best looking SUV on the market, even after 5 years.
Dude your comment made me happy. I'm on the fence on buying one.. keep hearing scary things . But you just motivated me
@@samsonatkins3166 that's because the poor people need something to b**** about. I have a Mercedes with 120,000 miles and haven't had one issue that wasn't regular maintenance
Poor people needs what? That’s the worst and dumb comments that I ever heard.
@@flyboy008
Sorry but I don’t understand your reply. Does not seem to have anything to do with my post.
Do you drive it everyday
Great video...very concise and to the point. You really covered the hot spots...thank you !
Thank you!
Great review. I also got the 2017 Velar and have exactly the same issue withe the electronic screen.
First time watching your videos - love how relaxed and informative your presentation style is. Subscribed 💪🏼😁
Thank you!!
Nice vid. Im considering this ride. However hearing things from you i cant imagine the kind of nightmare to own one outside UK
Great review, I’m waiting delivery of my Velar D300 HSE.
I have the exact same car, 2018 model. Beautiful car but so unreliable it’s frustrating! Bloody car loses performance every now and again. I don’t know how many times I’ve taken it back to Land Rover for repairs, just in 2021 🤦🏽♀️😭 … it it’s still under warranty! I would never buy this car again!!
Mine doesnt have this problem.
Have you been told the cause of the performance issues or what had been replaced? Have had only one issue with the car which affected the performance. I was told it was fault with the built in JLRTB02023V4 vct solonoid which was changed and haven’t had issues done then.
What was the issue? How many times did broke
The Diesel 180 is super reliable. Just slow
Like any car… not just this one. Look after it.
Thanks for posting this. Really nicely made video and very useful for me as considering a used Velar just like this. PS. we have a Tesla Model 3 and regularly drive 1,000 miles to the French Alps. It only takes about an hour longer than it used to take is in an Audi A6 Allroad diesel as we stop every 2-3 hours for a short break anyway and all you do in a Tesla is charge while parked using the toilet and having a coffee. Teslas charge so fast that the extra journey time even over 1,000 miles is not much.
Il French too. Have a model 3 too. And mate if you are used to stop every 2 hours ok. But if not and you are used to do a marseille paris stoping just once for 10 minutes … the Tesla is waisting you about 1.5 hours ! Bothering.
The Velar does look amazing 🤩 thanks for sharing your pros & cons. Everything you’ve said, was very helpful information.
You are so welcome!
Great review. I'm actually thinking about buying a 2018 Velar. 👍
Thank you for the video I’m considering buying a Velar
I just sold my 2019 velar and just book another 2022 velar cant wait to get this beauty
Nice video and you've told the truth as I'm an owner of a Velar. Fortunately, I brought mine to outside shops for oil changes/maintenance and after 3yrs, the maintenance cost is around $1K total. BTW, I had to bring mine to dealer for VVT failed, sw updated.. but all free cause they're under warranty.
Thank you for sharing the feedback! I'm now outside of my warranty after 4 years, so I'm going to see how much maintenance costs me on a yearly basis going forward - hopefully its manageable!
Congestion pay? Wow, now I’m gonna research that. Very interesting, thanks for sharing your experience 👍🏽
Great video, thanks.
What do you think about Range Rover vs Audi Q5? 😊
Nice video. I drove one as a rental because my HSE was in the shop. You are so right on the cost when these beautiful cars have to be serviced you shell your thousands $$$ on oil change, service, and if you ever experienced a misfire in your engine well even more money $$$$. When had the velar it felt like you were in a cockpit. It was okay but I was use to driving a bigger vehicle. Smaller then I like. I like the HSE because it’s taller and I sits higher. Nice car but thinking about getting a Lincoln Aviator, I’m tired of shelling out all this money on service. Love driving it, but after they serviced my engine for a misfire and I drove it 5miles down the road and it popped back on I drove it right back to the dealership pissed because I just gave them a lot of money to fix my engine and you would have thought I had it fixed by a side of the road shop. My white on white range is beautiful for a 2013 but after owing BMW & Mercedes, I had best service with Mercedes but the GLK was too small, love driving my range but hate when things go wrong $, BMW X5 I had for 10 years. We shall see🤔
Thanks for sharing your experience! I also have a Mercedes A Class which I've had for around 10 years now, and it's still going strong - so its a shame the amount of service and maintenance costs you have to shell out for a range rover. My guess is that because they classify it as an upper-class premium vehicle, they assume everyone buying it can easily afford the $$$$ prices to maintain it, because they essentially won't have any other option, especially after paying so much for the car itself.
How is your HSE. I want to buy that one
I agree this is a great looking car and gives you all the SUV-ness you might need without looking like a Ranulph Fiennes wannabe. All cars have issues and big 3 German marques are no different. As for tech, l hired a Mercedes E400d last year to go to Scotland and thought the Sat nav on the instrument binnacle was great, rather than the middle of the dash. Until l lost it and couldn't get it back. 300 miles later when I took it back to Avis l accidentally found it again. I prefer to get near the destination and then use my phone so cocking about with a touch screen when you're doing 70 isn't necessary.
very informative and helpful! Thanks brother!
You're welcome!
Good review. Cheers bud
Great Review!
I bought mine in 2018 ex demo.. R dynamic S but it was upgraded as a memo. 4.5yrs later I still love it. After buying a brand new evogue in 2016 I bought a new jaguar f pace which was shit and lasted 8 months then I got the velar and I love ir
I just purchased a 2021 Velar I appreciate the review the software system has absolutely improved… I have the same interior now I’m on Amazon looking for seat covers 😭😭
Great to hear!
Did you find any good fitting seat base covers?
I like the look of the Vellar but the boot for me is not big enough with the back seats up. Boot space is critical for what I do. It would have been good to know about the fuel consumption and tyre usage and the miles he has done each year. I had an old style Discovery and did 60k miles in it and it was faultless and didnt cost a lot to service. I didnt like its replacement , looks like a jelly mould and top heavy so bought my second Audi Q7, Now 3 1/2years old . One set of tyres . two services costing approx. £350,0 each and running faultlessly. On mine no touch screen . I hate them and think they can be dangerous if you use them on the move. Next car will be a Q8 I think. The Defender looks workmanlike but is frankly too small which is a shame . The boot is narrow compared to the Disco and less roomy.
Had mine almost 3 years and have to agree on the long range trips, definitely worth having the air suspension on these. 😊
Which is is better the P250, 300, 340 or 380? I really want to buy one
Awesome video thanks a bunch load
Thank you for this long term review. Not sure we will buy after watching this. Looking at a 2022
Glad I could help with your decisions!
Yep I followed u since 2017🔥love the velar
Thank you so much for the support! ❤️
380 HSE Velar simply the finest car I’ve ever owned
Really love the Velar, would love to own one someday
Good man, very subtle but potent review.
Thank you!
Would love to see how it's doing 5-10 years from now too. Great vid! Was thinking about buying one myself.
I'll get back to you in 5 years. Make sure you subscribed to keep track 😂
@@TrendingReviews It's a sexy vehicle for sure. I'm just hesitant about paying $600 a month lol.
Hey mate, great video. Can i ask what device do you have mounted on yoir leather dash area?
Loved the way you told us...
I have had my roof trim fly off while driving also! For reference, it flew off my 2017 Land Rover, Discovery Sport. I'm thinking about getting a Velar but still on the fence. I appreciate this review.
Oh really? I thought I might have been the only one! I am going this Thursday to get it replaced after arguing with them for 2 months now - they will be paying for it.
@@TrendingReviews I know the feeling! I am glad they were able to come to a reasonable resolution with you, interacting with the dealership with things such as these can be a pain. The first time it happened, they ordered and installed free of charge. The second time (yes it happened twice lol), I kept calling and they were always in the process of ordering...Fast forward past all the back and forth, I was told the rack is on back order and they will call me instead when the part arrives. May 2022, will make two years since I was told this and not a word in regards to the rack. I left it alone and decided I will have to purchase myself and get it installed. I have recently seen them online for $185 USD.
That's crazy it happened twice! Mine was told it was backorder too, but it took 6-8 weeks to finally arrive, and then they had to paint it black before I could get it fitted. I had to keep calling for updates because they never called me when it was actually sitting there ready for me to have fitted - but the cost I was quoted was around $500 for the part and fitting, so it definitely would be cheaper to order yourself and get a local garage to fit it.
@@TrendingReviews Yess and it's so frustrating, the whole thing! That's the exact thing that happened to me the first go-round, they never called and when I called, found out the part came in and was just sitting there at the dealership, they claimed. Yes indeed, based off customer reviews, these are sturdier than the original but I'll see how that goes. Lol I guess it's better than mechanical issues but still very much an inconvenience to get resolved.
Great review, i have a 2023 P400 Dynamic SE in Santorini Black which i absolutely love, no issues whatsoever, I did take the 5 year Service plan out with it.
Thank you, and glad to hear your enjoying it!
thanks for the reivew, i completely dropped the plan of buying velar now.. will go with BMW :)
Great review.
I’m now stuck on the fence on Verla 2022, mbw x6m and Mercedes GLE . I don’t know which one to go for. What about Audi
great review. would you recommend getting a used 2017 velar in 2024?
I wish I’ll have it. It’s a nice car and very good interview. Some critics made me concerned
I am planning to buy one in the coming few weeks time. Is it worth taking the Extended Warranty , TLC Insurance, and the Minor Remain plans ?
Nice information to know before buying Im in the states the same problem you have with the car we have here in the states why that is with a car costing has much as the RR line up I LOVE the Big Boy RR but out of my Budget so looking at the val in the sport either red or Blk
Did you go for an extended warranty ? I notice even the JLR dealerships by me use third party warranty companies just charge more money for them.
Awesome video, I really appreciate it. I was thinking about buying a used one over a BMW X6. How is the overall reliability from your perspective?
Hi Alex - Overall, I would say its been very reliable for me. I've had minimal issues, even though there are small things here and there, like I mentioned in my negative points, but apart from that, the drive has always been great and have not had any engine, breakdown or other issues that would make me regret having this car.
Hmmm Congestion charge applies to everyone, even if you drive a Mini, so not sure how relevant that is to running costs. Good video mate and lovely wheels.
Yeah that's true - I forgot to mention ULEZ charge also - I know that applies to ALL newer low emission cars, but should have also mentioned that as a city cost too.
I love this car and it's one of my dream car, hope to buy it this year
Good luck!
Honest review 👍🏻🫡
I have a 2019 RR Vogue with the same entertainment system. the black screen happened occasionally, but buging the handfree phone is for me the biggest letdown as I work in my car. out of the blue the phine is still connected, but no sound whilst calling
good review mate , would rather the range. Personal Choice
Hey what you do for living other than TH-cam that helped you have such a nice house and car? I’m just curious by inspiration. Thanks!
What’s was the cost on this trim package when you bought it?
Good vid good info
Great review
If. It beating up the car, driving too rough….how long would it take to see first issue with engine or repairs of sort…?
I don’t have the money yet but I know I will own the newest model of the Range Rover velar . I will come back here to update you guys 🥳
Very good and to he point.
Thank you so much for your review
Does it have a wireless apple play ?
I don’t think so in the model he has alot of Jaguar/Range Rover cars didn’t get it until late 2018-2019
How much mileage can the engine take ? i am considering buying a 2011 evoque its at 168.000 kilometers
Great video. A beautiful car indeed.
By the way, what is the colour of the car? Is it a Solid Fuji White or Ostuni Pearl White?
I am planning to buy a Plug-in Hybrid version of the Velar.
Thank you!
This one is solid fuji white.
Well here in India Range rover service is on another level. They never asked for payments for the reasons you mentioned and were always responsive.Maybe because of JLR group being Indian and more responsive here
What’s the yearly cost on a vehicle like this? Price of an oil change? I’m in the U.S
Have a 2019 Velar.. I've had the adaptive cruise stop working. After many times starting car back didn't come back but did when I got a collision warning.. Been fine since. Are you aware of an owner reset for for this problem if it should occur again?
I'm not aware of an owner reset option - is it something we can do or we'd have to go to the service centre to do it?
Hello~ I am considering Velar. The dealer in my country said Land Rover only requires owners to come back every 34000 km! It's sounds too amazing! I thought it's gonna be a huge change for me since I am driving a diesel Mazda and it requires me to go back every 5000 km... due to design faults anyway. So would you please list some expenses other than oil or something simply needs to be change routinely? Thanks a lot for sharing!
Thanks for the comment! I don't have much engine problems for the last 4 years. I just get yearly service and thats it. Nothing else needs to be changed routinely. So its good on that part!
@@TrendingReviewswhich of the velar is best? The p250, 300 , 340 or the 380 ?
Great information saw your video
I got a question buddy
I’m also considering to buy a velar could you please tell me how many mechanical problems you have faced with this car in past 4 years and is there any other issues you got instead of that screen one and roof one. Let me know please how much are extra expenses every year on a velar❤
Thank you! In the past 4 years, not really any mechanical problems to be honest, its been very reliable overall. Just those ones I've mentioned already in the video.
Expenses would just be MOT, Service, Tax and Insurance, which is probably more expensive than most cars, but those are standard costs everyone has to pay anyway - nothing else really from my personal experience!
I have this car and it’s in the shop getting a new engine under warranty 😭 2020 and on its 3rd warranty covered repair. I want out!
What’s the point of the Velar when you can buy the RR sport for almost the same price or less
Bought a 2021 velar in Feb., traded in for a LT Trailboss truck in 2021 November. Now I am super happy that velar was in the shop 5 times in less than a year what a garbage can, but what really made me walk away was the Velar's roof lining was falling apart... like wtf its not even a year old and the roof lining its coming loose??? never again will I waste my money on a range rover. I bought my wife a 2021 Santa Fe SEL AWD, it has at least 20 more useful features than the velar's and its worth like $20k less and let me put this out there for a few more $ we got her 125k miles bumper to bumper insurance with no year limit, so if it takes you 20 years to put in 125k miles you are covered.... Range rover has become clickbait for rich people, you just buy the name.
Thank you for sharing that feedback and sorry to hear about all the Velar issues you've had. I know for sure, this will be my 1 and only range rover purchase, after I sell this, I'll be looking for alternatives for sure.
Whats the average consumption gor your velar !? Which horse power yiu have ?
Would you trust it offroad? I'd like to upgrade my rig and I'll have several trips on unimproved roads. Not bouldering, though. Or maybe a Defender or Disco would be the better alternative.
Yep, these are built for off road too. When I first bought it, they gave me a free "Land Rover Experience Day" which included taking the Velar off road through mud, ponds, poor terrain, very steep hills etc. And it performed very well.
Have you updated your Vehicle and Infotainment software? My Velar's infotainment screens now boots up within a couple of seconds even on a cold start (having not started the car in weeks) and even the response time is pretty fast. I still wish JLR would bring at least a Pivi Pro like theme (even if it isn't Pivi Pro itself), because its just software. If they can remove buttons and change icons, they can bring a newer theme easily
Mine is up-to-date with the latest version, and its still as slow as ever. What version do you have out of curiosity?
@@TrendingReviews My Velar's Infotainment Software is on version S21A and the Vehicle Software is on version 14.2. What version are you on?
I have an evoque with the same system…its on the latest version and i can say it boots quick enough (maybe 4-5 seconds) on cold start, and almost instant otherwise
@@greef_karga6402 Yeah, I was quite impressed at how much the performance improved after a software update last year. Sadly, it also removed some functions on the lower screen
shortlisted the Q5, GLC, Velar, XC60 and X3. Would love to pick the velar but super hesitant as I hear a lot of reliability issues with Jaguar Land Rover but the car looks so good compared to the rest
JLR will breakdown first. Almost a guarantee
Had my Velar 2 years now and absolutely nothing has gone wrong and I mean NOTHING. Had two other Range Rovers in the past and apart from a water pump on the oldest one, only the usual wear and tear things needed attention. By comparison my Mercedes E320 had endless electrical faults and kept going into limp mode. I also abandoned my 4 year old Audi A6 having replaced, the CAT, EGR, Turbo and power steering pump in a period of just 6 months. JLR products are as reliable as any other modern car if you look after them. Most people that claim they are unreliable have never actually owned one, they just parrot what they've heard. You'd be amazed at the number of 'fancy' cars I have helped rescue over the years with Range Rovers.
@@TicketyBoo. I don’t think any of the cars in this list are particularly reliable as there’s no mention of Lexus/Toyota etc however all of the data suggest the JLR will breakdown first. I don’t think the people saying that brand is unreliable have to own it to read basic data. Yes you may have one that’s done a million miles with no issues but that’s anecdotal not exactly what the wider data suggests.
@@TicketyBoo. You are correct about people who have never owned one are the ones that criticize them the most. For them it helps ease their FOMO of not buying one because they can't or don't have the courage but recognize how nice they are. I've had 3 Range rovers -- the old Sport, First Edition Velar, and now a Sport SVR for 3 years. Zero problems for all 3, just maintenance. Meanwhile my friends with Volvo's and BMW's have had so many issues, some really bad. Another friends Tesla has been a nightmare with complete shut downs. I'm getting either the new full size or next gen Sport after this one.
@@joey-pn3xe Silly post. I've owned a 2012 Range Rover with 120,000 miles on the clock - about 80,000 of which have been towing a horse box- and it has never broken down. Yes, I've had some silly niggles but in terms of drive-train reliability RR products are as good as any other.
Great video
Good point about electric cars.
4,5h in a petrol car vs 9h trip in an electric one. Hope the range will increase in next 10 years because it is hard to imagine living with an EV car for now.
100% Agree! And hopefully they become a lot more affordable too!
It's a beautiful SUV, wish it has a fully digital odometer. For these types of high-end vehicles, I would prefer buying certified pre-own instead of paying the full price due to the fast decpreciation.
They do have a model where the odometer is fully digital. But I agree about buying it pre-owned, it is incredibly expensive, just to drop 20% in value after a month of driving it!
Mine is fully digital, just need the HSE spec and it’s standard
Mine is fully digital
I drive a 2021 DiscoverySport. My roof trim also ‘went missing’.Paid full price to have it replaced.
My current problem is a rattling sound coming from the roof-right hand side. It’s a very very loud rattling sound.
My car is going back for the second time to have the interior roof reopened again in attempts to fix the rattling sound.
I am sooooo disappointed with this car and general service by this particular dealer.
Thank you for sharing a similar experience! It's such a shame for an expensive car like this, it has problems with things that shouldn't even be considered as problems in the first place.
Im looking to buy 2018 r dynamic 40k miles should i buy it?
Hello, I am going to pick up a 2018 Velar tomorrow that I purchased. I will be on the road for 5 hours. In my Range Rover that I am replacing I used an iPode to my audi and video. The Velar had the Meridian Suround system. How do I get my music into it? Can you connect an iPod to it? I know it has SirusXM but I prefer my own audio/video. Is there any way for me to get my music into the system? Thanks,
Hi - I've not found any way to connect an iPod directly to the system on the Velar - I only connect my devices via Bluetooth and play through the Meridian sound system. The only other way is if you manually transfer music via the USB port onto the Media section of the system. But again, I haven't tried this myself. Sorry!
Why does the screen flash on the info displays?
Great car and hasn’t aged
I was going to get one too but where I live there’s not much parking and it’s a long car so I ended up deciding to order the new evoque.
Didn’t used to like them but the new one is nice tbh. Good review btw
Thanks for the comment! Hope you enjoy your Evoque!
really useful review, thanks.
Hi I’m looking to purchase a used 2018 d180s, just wondering does this velar have the AUTO HOLD function?
Hi - It doesn't have Auto Hold unfortunately, but it has Hill Hold Assist for Incline/Decline.
The design still looks nice after all this years.
surprisingly small car in real life but i’ll get mine in a few month💪🏽
Hi, Which dongle is best for wireless Apple CarPlay? Carlinkit 3.0 or Cplay2air?
I've not tried the Carlinkit, I've only use CPlay2Air - and so far it has been working very well for me since I've used (I also have a video on this too)
how is the roof rail not a free warranty issue?
i just got a brand new discovery sport 2022 myself. scared for big service prices
I had to pass over my complaint about the roof rail to Financial Ombudsman service and they said they will cover the costs for the repair, as it should be under warranty, because Land Rover refused. Terrible right?!
How often do you need to have a car checked in servicing due to small faults?
Once a year