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| Description |
| TheCarConnection.com’s SUV editors drove the new Land Rover LR2 in order to give you an expert opinion. TheCarConnection.com’s SUV enthusiasts researched available road tests on the new Land Rover LR2 to produce this conclusive review and to help you find the truth where other SUV reviews might differ. |
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| Road Test |
The LR2 was a completely new vehicle for 2008, and carries into this year with just a few changes in appearance. Design cues, such as the front-fender vents, echo those of its bigger brothers, the LR3 and Range Rover Sport, but the 2009 Land Rover LR2 is more rakish, practical, and carlike.
The 3.2-liter inline-six powers the 2009 Land Rover LR2 to 60 mph in 8.4 seconds; it’s coupled to a smooth-shifting and responsive six-speed automatic transmission, with a manual mode and a sport mode for better response. It’s especially snappy and responsive for highway passing, while it also has enough low-end torque for modest off-road needs.
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| Positive Points |
- Manageable size and agility
- Easy to park
- Passenger space
- Tough enough for light off-roading
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| Negative Points |
- Obscured rear visibility
- Back-of-the-pack (16 mpg) fuel economy
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