Land Rover SUVs and Crossovers
Car and Driver’s ratings and rankings are arrived at from the results of our extensive instrumented testing of several hundred vehicles each year and from our expert editors’ subjective impressions gained in real-world driving. We have rated Land Rover SUVs on a 10-point scale based on roughly 200 data points encompassing acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel efficiency, value, and how enjoyable they are to drive. We then use those ratings to rank them against the other vehicles in their segment. We take ratings and rankings seriously because we want you to know everything about the vehicles that you’re interested in.
Top Ranked Land Rover SUVs and Crossovers at a glance
1
2026 Land Rover Range Rover
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$115,450
EPA Est. Range
53 miles
C/D SAYS: While it's best known as the SUV of choice for wealthy estate owners and British Royals, the 2026 Range Rover continues the brand's tradition of off-road capability. Learn More
2
2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$79,450
EPA MPG
21 combined
C/D SAYS: A junior Range Rover is still a Range Rover, and the Sport model brings better handling and a sportier driving experience to Land Rover's lineup. Learn More
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3
2026 Land Rover Range Rover SV
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$153,850
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SV SUV caters toward on-road performance but isn't afraid to get dirty if the need arises. Learn More
4
2026 Land Rover Defender
8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$65,350
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: While many mid-size SUVs force a decision between off-road ability and on-road civility, the Land Rover Defender is a boxy-chic all-arounder. Learn More
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5
2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
7
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$51,175
EPA MPG
22 combined
C/D SAYS: The fashion-forward 2026 Range Rover Evoque is designed to appeal to luxury SUV buyers, just don't expect it to tackle trails like the Defender. Learn More
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6
2026 Land Rover Discovery
6.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$62,050
EPA MPG
19–20 combined
C/D SAYS: If you want to explore the wilderness in your luxury SUV, the 2026 Land Rover Discovery will take you there. Learn More
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7
2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport
6
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$51,175
EPA MPG
20 combined
C/D SAYS: If you're taking your compact luxury SUV off-road, the 2026 Discovery Sport is your best bet, but it requires some on-road compromises. Learn More
8
2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
6
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$62,975
EPA MPG
21–23 combined
C/D SAYS: It looks good at the valet stand and can venture further off-road than many of its rivals, but the 2026 Range Rover Velar is a bore on the road. Learn More
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