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2009 Land Rover LR3 Overview
Boasting legendary off-road capability, world-class luxury, and big-time power, the 2009 Land Rover LR3 is as rugged as it gets, while maintaining a rustic sophistication that sets it apart from the SUV class.
Three trim lines are available – the SE, HSE and HSE LUX – all featuring a Jaguar-derived 4.4-liter, 300-horsepower V-8 engine with 315 lb.-ft. of torque for potent acceleration and ample towing power. A standard six-speed automatic transmission with CommandShift manual shifting control provides smooth gear changes, while permanent four-wheel drive comes standard. The LR3 gets 12 mpg in the city and 17 mpg on the highway and competes with the BMW X5, Audi Q7 and Mercedes-Benz ML-Class.
As one of the most capable off-road machines on Earth, the LR3 features Terrain Response that adjusts the off-road settings depending on road conditions. Hill Descent Control automatically adjusts downhill speed on deep descents or slippery grades. Ample ground clearance and approach angles make traversing rocky terrain a breeze. The Electronic Air Suspension allows you to optimize the ride height by adjusting each air spring and features three modes. Two-row seating is now standard with the option of three-row seating, which can accommodate up to seven passengers.
Standard Park Distance Control is an audible alert system that allows perfect parking in low-visibility situations. An available 550-watt, 14-speaker Harman Kardon LOGIC7® sound system fills the air with rich sound quality. The standard dual-zone automatic climate control allows separate temperature controls for front seat occupants. The optional Technology Package is a crucial option that includes a DVD-based GPS navigation system, SIRIUS® Satellite Radio, a Personal Telephone Integration System with Bluetooth® and a 4x4 information center for the ultimate connected driving experience. 19-inch aluminum wheels are now standard and a power sunroof and separate rear glass roof panels open the LR3 to the elements.
A vast array of safety features includes 4-wheel Electronic Traction Control, a standard Anti-Lock Braking System with Electronic Brake Assist and Dynamic Stability Control. Active Rollover Mitigation adjusts the suspension settings to increase handling abilities in fast corners. Eight standard airbags, including dual front, dual side driver and front-passenger airbags, and side curtain airbags for front- and rear-seating positions help protect passengers in all three rows in a collision.
Few luxury SUVs offer the heritage and capability of the 2009 Land Rover LR3 – and for the lucky few who can afford one, the spoils are for the taking.
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1 Styles Available
2009 Land Rover LR3 Base 4dr All-wheel Drive
Exterior Colors: White, Beige, Brown, Blue, Green, Teal, Red, Black, Gray, Silver
Interior Colors: Beige, Black
MSRP: $45,975
MPG:
12 city
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17 hwy
Engine: V-8
Transmission:
Automatic, Auto Manual
Seats: 7
What We Like:
- Land Rover heritage
- Offroad capability
- Terrain Response technology
What We Don't Like:
- Complex, hard-to-identify controls
- Fuel economy
- Third-row seat difficult to reach for folding
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