The 2023 Land Rover New Range Rover P360 MHEV’s 21 MPG combined rating puts it toward the bottom of the list of fuel-efficient SUVs, but this number is likely not a major concern for its target customer. Range Rover buyers usually aren’t looking for Prius-like efficiency. Instead, they want a distinct presence, all-terrain capability, and a luxurious interior, all wrapped in stylish body panels. The Range Rover’s appeal is its combination of confident road handling and off-road ability, traits that require power and, therefore, fuel.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates the P360 MHEV, equipped with the 3.0L inline-six, gets 18 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. The city figure reflects the impact of frequent stops, starts, and idling on fuel consumption, especially in a heavy vehicle. The highway figure is better, suggesting more consistent engine operation is possible on longer trips. The mild-hybrid system provides smoother start/stop functionality and a small boost during initial acceleration. These features improve the driving experience more than substantially improving fuel economy.

Annual Fuel Cost

The EPA estimates the 2023 Range Rover P360 MHEV’s annual fuel cost at $2,750. This is based on 15,000 miles per year and national average fuel prices. Actual fuel costs will change depending on driving habits, local fuel prices, and the ratio of city to highway driving. Aggressive driving or mostly short trips in heavy city traffic will certainly increase the annual cost. It’s a useful benchmark, but real-world results will probably differ.

Real-World Expectations

Drivers should expect results closer to the city estimate in daily commutes. The Range Rover’s weight and four-wheel-drive system increase fuel consumption, especially in stop-and-go traffic. However, on long highway trips, reaching or even slightly exceeding the 26 MPG highway rating is possible with careful driving. Understanding the vehicle’s attributes and driving accordingly is important for managing fuel consumption.

How It Compares

The BMW X7 xDrive40i offers similar luxury and size with its 3.0L inline-six, achieving a slightly better 22 MPG combined. A Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, with its inline-six, also achieves around 21 MPG combined. These small differences may matter; however, the Range Rover’s buyer is probably more interested in the vehicle’s personality and capabilities than small fuel savings. For more details, you can find all Land fuel economy data. The hybrid Lexus LX 600h, EPA rated at 23 MPG combined, has a different intended use.

Tips to Maximize Efficiency

Smooth acceleration is important. Avoid quick starts and hard braking, because these actions consume more fuel. Anticipate traffic and maintain a consistent speed. The P360’s responsive engine can encourage aggressive driving, but restraint saves gas.

Keep your tires properly inflated. Underinflated tires increase rolling resistance, costing you more fuel. Check your tire pressure and keep it at the recommended level regularly. This simple step can have a noticeable impact, especially on longer drives.

Minimize idling. If you’re stopped for more than a minute, turn off the engine. Modern vehicles, including the Range Rover with its mild-hybrid system, are designed to handle frequent starts and stops without excessive wear. Idling wastes fuel and creates unnecessary emissions. You can search for ROVER MPG across all years.

Avoid carrying unnecessary cargo in the vehicle. Reduce weight carried by the engine by removing any items you don’t need. A lighter vehicle is inherently more efficient.