The closest rival to the LR4, in terms of price and luxury, is the Audi Q7.
Truly, the Q7 is a polar opposite of the LR4, though, with its sleek aero silhouette, its low stance, its more accessible third-row seat, and its modern perspective on off-road performance.
The Volkswagen Touareg is a little more closely matched, as it's positioned with a little more emphasis toward trucklike ability, while the Porsche Cayenne is the high-performance pick--a bit lighter and more road-oriented.
The Lexus GX 470 was new last year; like the LR4, its appeal is a rather narrow band that wants some off-road ability with a boutique interior.
The Mercedes M-Class offers another intriguing alternative for those who are conscious about gas-guzzling: the diesel ML350 Bluetec, which is much more fuel-efficient and has a beautiful new interior and improved refinement for 2012.
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The 2012 Land Rover LR4 is a burly off-roader with a luxurious, high-class interior; just don't expect it to handle or perform like a car or crossover. |
The 2012 Audi Q7 has what upscale suburban families want: a lavish interior, a cabin full of premium features, and performance and ride that are very carlike--plus serious towing ability if and when you need it. |
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz M Class is improved in nearly way, and remains one of the most luxurious and secure choices for families not needing a third row of seats. |
The 2012 Porsche Cayenne comes equipped to take on a rugged trail, the racetrack, and child ferrying, all in the same day. |
The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg offers refined powertrains, excellent interior comfort, as well as a luxurious feel--although it carries a luxury-class price tag for a mainstream brand. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $48,900 | $46,250 | $48,990 | $48,200 | $43,375 |
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| 12 MPG City / 17 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||||
| Gas V8 | Supercharged Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 |
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| 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Style Name | ||||
| 4WD 4-Door | quattro 4-Door 3.0T Premium | 4MATIC 4-Door ML 350 | AWD 4-Door Manual | 4-Door VR6 Sport |
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| All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 5 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| 4 Door | Sport Utility Vehicle | 4 Door | Sport Utility Vehicle | 4 Door |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic | Manual | Automatic w/Manual Shift |
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