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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Engine | 2.0L 4-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 22 / 26 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,550 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 381 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $63,396–$79,995 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 7.0/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.7/10, while Reliability at 5.5/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 5.5/10 for reliability, this suv trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. On safety, it scores 8.7/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.1/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 8.6/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $63,396–$79,995, 25 MPG, seating 5, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar sits in the premium tier of the suv category. The value score of 5.9/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar sits in the middle of the field. Until its value and reliability scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar ranks #2010 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 18% of the segment. Its 7.0/10 overall score is 0.4 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $63,396 starting price is about 76% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar scores 6.8/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 7.0 — and starts roughly $5,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.0/10 | $63,396 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 7.0/10 | $63,396 | |
| 2024 | 6.8/10 | $61,550 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 6.9/10 | $59,703 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 6.8/10 | $57,857 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 6.8/10 | $56,010 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 6.7/10 | $54,164 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 6.7/10 | $52,317 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.6/10 | $50,471 | Read review → |
Explore the full lineup of Land Rover models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.