Who Makes Land Rovers?

When thinking of the best off-road vehicles that are premium and reliable, Land Rovers are one of the first brands that come to mind. With its wide range of vehicles making its way in various countries around the world, it’s safe to say that Land Rover has proven itself as a timeless and iconic automotive brand.

With more than half a century after its initial introduction, the Land Rover brand has continued to innovate. And over time, it’s seen changes when it comes to ownership. So where did the brand come from, and who makes Land Rover vehicles now?

History of the Land Rover Brand

Land Rover’s history is as intricate as the vehicles that it manufactures. With cars inspired by the small transport vehicles circa World War II, the brand’s story started as early as 1947. It also involves several other iconic automotive manufacturers, which all contribute to the brand that it is now. 

Initially, Land Rover was part of the Rover Corporation, owned by British Leyland, before being split up into Rover Group. In 1994, the BMW Group acquired Rover before splitting the Land Rover brand and selling it to Ford Motor Company. For a time, this famous American brand owned Land Rover as well as luxury sports car brand Jaguar. Come 2008, Tata Group, an automotive manufacturer based in India, bought both brands and consolidated them into Jaguar Land Rover Limited in 2013. 

At present, JLR is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Since its inception, it has gone to create some of the most iconic 4x4 SUVs in the world, including the Series I, II, IIA, IIB, and III SUVs. Apart from that, Land Rover is also popular for its Defender 90 and 110 vehicles, as well as the Land Rover Discovery and Discovery Sport. While the Land Rover line consists mainly of rugged off-road vehicles, the brand also manufactures a range of high-end luxury SUVs under its Range Rover brand: the Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Evoque, and the Range Rover Velar.

With a much wider distribution today than ever before, Land Rover operates several factories across the globe to keep up with demand, including the following:

• United Kingdom 

Manufactures the Range Rover family series and the Land Rover Discovery Sport

• Brazil

Manufactures Land Rover Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque

• Slovakia

Manufactures Land Rover Discovery and Land Rover Defender

• China

Manufactures Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque

• India

Manufactures Land Rover Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque

Benefits of Owning a Land Rover

Land Rovers can be quite pricey, and for good reason—you’re paying not only for durability and reliability but also certain additional creature comforts. Some of the most compelling reasons that Land Rover owners swear by their vehicles include:

• Great attention to detail

Land Rover doesn’t cut corners when it comes to craftsmanship. From the exterior design to the interior detailing and even in terms of the vehicle’s utilitarian features, every detail is well thought-out, which leads to unparalleled comfort and quality. 

• Functional high performance

Land Rovers are known for their high level of performance, which doesn’t end with just the engine. Being mainly designed to trudge off the beaten path, each model can endure the elements well, ensuring that your Land Rover service and Land Rover repair visits are few and far apart. A high torque rating, superior suspension support, top-notch braking performance, and an excellent 4x4 transmission all come together to give these vehicles the best off-road performance that is expected of the brand.

• Extreme customizability

Owning a Land Rover isn’t just for people who regularly climb mountains and cross rivers with their vehicles. It also means you have access to various customizability options such as interior details and technology, exterior detailing, and accessories so you can ride your Land Rover in great comfort and style.

Contact Autobahn of Boca for Your Land Rover Service and Repair Needs

Such a high-performing luxury vehicle demands nothing short of the best attention to detail when it comes to maintenance. With the amount of technology and engineering that goes into each vehicle, you need a maintenance provider that has a full grasp of the intricacies of Land Rover service and Land Rover repair. Autobahn of Boca’s service specialists are well-suited for your luxury vehicles.