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Long-Term Update: 2005 Land Rover LR3 HSE

Total mileage 21,729

By Neil G. Chirico
Photography by Brian Vance

2005 Land Rover LR3 HSE

Average fuel econ 13.5 mpg
Unresolved problems None
Maintenance cost $0 (for 7500, 15,000, 22,500-mile services)
Normal-wear cost $7 (for one quart synthetic oil; $613.69 for front/rear brake pad replacement)

The Dealer checked the underperforming A/C at the 15K service, replacing an O-ring seal and evacuating and recharging the system. By the 22.5K service, the system was totally inoperative. The dealer then replaced another leaking O-ring. So far, so good. In between those two services, the LR3 went in for a fuel-tank recall and inspection of a low-coolant warning light. The dealer ordered a new reservoir bottle and replaced it during the 22.5 service. Front and rear brake pads were also replaced during that service.
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