2009 Land Rover LR3 HSE

The LR3 is Land Rover's mid-size SUV, built to tackle serious trails while still feeling like a proper luxury vehicle. On pavement it rides like a big, comfortable cruiser, and off-road it's genuinely unstoppable with its terrain-response system. The cabin is roomy and upright, with three rows of seats that fold flat for cargo, though the materials feel more durable than plush. Running costs are on the high side, something to budget for if you're looking at one of these. The HSE is the sole trim for 2009, so it comes with the full suite of luxury features like leather upholstery and dual-zone climate control. Its 4.4L V8 makes 300 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, giving you strong towing capability and confident off-road traction. Fuel economy is what you'd expect from a heavy SUV at 14 mpg combined, so plan for frequent stops at the pump.