DecodedCars2005 Land Rover LR3
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 4WD Se/Hse
- Engines
- 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 13 city / 18 hwy
- Length
- 191.7 in
- Curb weight
- 5,426 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 16% below the 2005 SUV - average of 16.7 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Land Rover LR3 is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (4.0L 6-cyl and 4.4L 8-cyl) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 192 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,426 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (13 city / 18 highway), 16% worse than the 2005 SUV - average of 16.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,800 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 4WD Se/Hse | 191.7 in | 75.2 in | 74 in | 113.4 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 5,426 lb | 48/52 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LR3 | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 14 | -16% | $4,800 | 635 |
| LR3 | 4.4L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -16% | $4,800 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Land Rover LR3 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2005 BMW X5 | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Lexus RX | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Land Rover LR3 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Land Rover LR3 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Air Bags — 5 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Power Train — 5 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 111,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Land Rover LR3. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other LR3 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Land Rover. How we calculate this →