There’s no doubt that the Range Rover is one of the most iconic vehicles in the world, but it’s not exactly affordable. If you’re looking to get all of those luxury features and then some without breaking the bank, here are some great alternatives for your next car purchase:
1. Lincoln Navigator
Unless you’re a hardcore Range Rover fan, it’s hard to imagine why you’d want to buy one. But if you need to pull off that kind of serious luxury look on a budget and don’t want to look like an old guy trying too hard, the Lincoln Navigator is an ideal choice.
The Navigator is not only one of the most luxurious SUVs on the market; it also happens to be very similar in design and style. With its boxy shape, wide stance, and aggressive lines, this SUV looks powerful without being obnoxious about it. Plus, there’s plenty of room inside for cargo or passengers—just like a Range Rover.
2. Toyota Land Cruiser
The Toyota Land Cruiser is a full-size SUV, built on the same platform as the 4Runner and Lexus GX. It’s available in two different body styles: a two-door hardtop and a four-door soft top. The Land Cruiser’s rugged appearance is enhanced by its raised suspension, but it also has an interior that’s spacious enough for seven passengers (or eight if you remove some rear seats).
The standard engine is a 5.7 liter V8 with 270 hp and 278 lb-ft of torque, while other options include a 4.5 liter V8 that makes 286 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque or a 6-cylinder diesel with more than 200 hp.
3. Volvo XC90
The Volvo XC90 is a mid-size luxury SUV that’s available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. It comes with a turbocharged inline-four engine that makes 240 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, or you can opt for a more powerful version that has 302 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.
4. Lamborghini Urus
The Lamborghini Urus is a 4-door SUV, and it’s the first Lamborghini SUV. It’s based on the Volkswagen Touareg, which makes sense as Lamborghini is owned by Audi. The Lamborghini Urus has a twin-turbo 4.0L V8 engine that puts out 650 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque.
The vehicle comes equipped with a number of driver assistance systems like emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, and more. The interior is full leather seats with heating and ventilation for both front passengers as well as rear passengers if you have them in the back seat.
5. Audi Q7
If you’re in the market for a luxurious SUV, Audi’s Q7 is worth considering. The automaker’s flagship model comes in six different flavors, as well as long-wheelbase versions of each—both rear-wheel drive and Quattro all-wheel drive are available for these models as well.
In addition to having some serious underpinnings underneath its smooth design, this SUV also boasts more than 400 horsepower from its twin-turbo V6 engines and even more power from its 4Motion Quattro system when paired with either engine option.
6. Audi Q5
The Audi Q5 is a compact luxury SUV, and it’s built on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform. It comes in front-wheel drive or Quattro all-wheel drive configurations and has a wide range of engines available, from a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder to a 3.0-liter supercharged V6. It looks like it could easily be mistaken for the Range Rover Evoque Convertible.
7. BMW X7
BMW’s flagship SUV, the X7, is a full-size luxury SUV that comes with either a 3.0L inline six-cylinder engine (335 hp) or a 6-liter V8 twin-turbocharged engine (575 hp). With all that power, you can bet it’s also got some serious off-road capabilities.
The interior is decked out in high-quality leather and wood trim that’ll make people wonder if you’re really driving a Range Rover or not.
8. Mercedes GLE
The Mercedes GLE is a midsize luxury SUV that competes with the Range Rover Sport and BMW X5. It comes standard with a 3.0L V6 engine that produces 302 hp, as well as a 10-speed automatic transmission. The car also has an air suspension, allowing you to adjust the ride height on the fly when you need to go off-road or tow something behind it.
9. Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a luxury SUV that’s available in both SRT and Overland trim levels. The SRT comes with a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine that produces 360 horsepower, while the Overland gets an 8-speed automatic transmission with a 3.6-liter V6 engine. Both models come equipped with front and rear parking sensors, as well as adaptive cruise control and lane departure warning systems.
10. Cadillac Escalade
The Cadillac Escalade is an excellent choice for people who want a luxury SUV but aren’t willing to pay Range Rover prices. While it doesn’t quite match the Range Rover in terms of performance and handling, it does offer comparable interior space and comfort.
The Cadillac Escalade comes with either a 6.2-liter V8 producing 420 horsepower or a more powerful twin-turbocharged 4.2-liter V8 that puts out 550 horsepower less than the Range Rover but still enough to haul around five passengers comfortably.
11. Lexus LX 570
The Lexus LX 570 is a full-size luxury SUV that slots in right under the ultra-luxe LX 790. The two share the same platform, and many parts are interchangeable. The LX 570 has a 5.7L V8 engine that sends power to all four wheels via an electronically controlled 10-speed automatic transmission (that’s more gears than most Ferraris).
It can tow up to 8,000 pounds and has an all-wheel drive system for when you’re driving on slippery roads.
12. Lexus RX 350L
If you’re looking for a luxury SUV that looks like a Range Rover, the Lexus RX 350L is your best bet. The car has a 3.5L V6 engine that makes 280 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque, but it also comes in turbocharged 4-cylinder and hybrid models as well.
The luxury SUV can seat up to 7 passengers, making it perfect for those who want a large vehicle with great gas mileage and plenty of seating options.
13. Land Rover Freelander
The Land Rover Freelander is a compact SUV available in a variety of models. It’s a good choice for those who want a small SUV with a lot of cargo space, as the Land Rover Freelander has an enormous cargo area.
The Freelander is one of the most popular vehicles, similar to the Range Rover, because it has an aggressive body and four doors, but its smaller size makes it ideal for city driving.
14. Infiniti QX56
The Infiniti QX56 is a luxury SUV that comes in 4WD and has a 5.6-liter V8 engine with 390 hp and 401 lb-ft of torque. It can tow up to 8,500 pounds, so it’s a great car for pulling your horse trailer or boat through the mountains. If you’re looking for something more rugged than an ordinary SUV, this is it.
15. Nissan Armada
The Nissan Armada is a full-size SUV with stunning looks. It also has the power to back up its impressive appearance, with a 5.6-liter V8 engine capable of producing 390 horsepower and 394 foot-pounds of torque. The towing capacity is 9,500 pounds and fuel economy ranges from 15 miles per gallon in the city to 21 miles per gallon on highways.
16. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
If you’re looking for the closest thing to a Range Rover without actually buying one, you might want to consider the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The G-Wagen is one of the oldest models in production today, having been around since 1979 and it still looks like it just rolled off the assembly line.
It has all of the assets that made Range Rovers so popular: a powerful engine, high ground clearance and seating position (which makes it perfect for off-roading), and even an identical grille with trimmed headlights on either side.
If you have a little more cash than most people, though, then this is worth checking out.
17. Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
The Mercedes-Benz GLS is a full-size luxury SUV, and it’s one of the more popular choices for people who want to look like they own a Range Rover but don’t actually need all that off-roading capability. It comes with a V8 engine, a seven-speed automatic transmission, and a tow rating of 7,200 pounds.
The GLS is also available with an optional 3.0L twin-turbo diesel V6 engine producing 329 horsepower and 516 lb.-ft., which would be perfect for hauling around your 18-foot boat or camper trailer on weekends.
18. Audi Q8
The vehicle is a competitor to the Land Rover Range Rover and Porsche Cayenne. The Q8 features a 3.0 L engine that produces 340 horsepower, making it capable of reaching 60 mph in 5.2 seconds.
It also includes an 8-speed automatic transmission with a Quattro four-wheel drive system for added stability when driving on uneven surfaces such as gravel roads.
19. Nissan Pathfinder Platinum
This is the SUV you want if you need to transport a lot of people and cargo. The Pathfinder has seating for up to 8 passengers, or 7 adults plus 2 children in the third row. Its 4WD system is designed to tackle just about any terrain that comes its way.
A powerful 4.0L V6 engine generates 277 horsepower and is paired with 8-speed automatic transmission. A set of 20-inch alloy wheels helps it get where it needs to go quickly as well, thanks to their ability to reduce wind resistance when on the highway or at high speeds off-road. This SUV also comes with heated and ventilated front seats.
20. Land Rover Discovery Sport
The Land Rover Discovery Sport is a compact luxury SUV that’s comparable in size to the Range Rover Evoque. It’s a four-door midsize SUV, also available with two rows of seats and an optional third row. Its standard engine is a 240 horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder with 296 lb-ft of torque and it has an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The Discovery Sport comes with several features designed for off-road use like Terrain Response 2, Hill Descent Control, and All-Wheel Drive which provides traction in low traction areas such as snow or mud.
21. Land Rover Defender
If you’re looking to buy a car similar to the Range Rover, but you don’t want to spend quite as much money, then the Land Rover Defender is the perfect choice for you. It’s not just popular because of its relatively low price tag. The vehicle is also extremely versatile; its rugged design allows it to be driven on almost any surface.
22. Kia Telluride
The Kia Telluride is a full-size SUV based on the same platform as the Hyundai Palisade. It has a 3.5L V6 engine that produces 295 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque, which is sent through 8-speed automatic transmission. The maximum towing capacity for this vehicle is 7,200 pounds.
23. Ford Expedition
The Ford Expedition is a full-size SUV built on the same platform as the F-150 truck. It has a V8 engine option, and it comes with high ground clearance and a towing capacity of 8,500 pounds, so if you want to use it off-road, there’s no problem. The interior features leather seats with heating and massaging functions, along with dual 10-inch touchscreens that can be controlled by voice commands or hand gestures.
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Conclusion
There are many different types of vehicles that you can buy in order to get around especially when you do not have the funds for a Range Rover. You may choose to go with a luxury sedan, while others might like the adventurous feeling that comes from driving off-road.
Even though these vehicles may not all be classified as “SUVs” or even resemble each other at first glance, there are plenty of choices for people who want a vehicle similar in appearance to Range Rovers but don’t have $100K+ lying around.