The Range Rover SUV and Mercedes GLS: Why You Should Not Buy These Luxury Cars in 2024

• There are some pretty well-received luxury SUVs on the Nigerian car market. 
• However, a few of them are not the most reliable even though they have gained a lot of popularity.
• While the Range Rover and Mercedes GLS are highly coveted in Nigeria, there’s still a reason not to buy these cars.

There are several options on the market for people who want luxury SUVs. However, like every other vehicle, some well-known luxury SUVs have surprisingly low-reliability ratings. Investing in these deficient SUVs could lead to major headaches. Here are 2023 luxury SUVs that are far less trusted than their closest rivals.  

The 2023 Range Rover is an Unreliable Luxury SUV

Many people already know that the reputation of the Range Rover has never been the most positive. Unfortunately, the same holds for the 2023 Range Rover, as it has relatively disappointing predicted reliability ratings. Critics give the full-size SUV a two out of five rating, making it the 15th vehicle out of 19 for its class. Not only is this below average, but it has what the website considers poor ownership costs. 

Though not specific to the 2023 Range Rover, the SUV has a reputation for various suspension problems. Despite the comparatively low-reliability scores, the 2023 Range Rover is a pretty popular SUV. The entry-level trim is a 3.0-liter mild hybrid inline-six. It has a maximum output of 395 hp. This is also a reasonably fast SUV, which is one reason it’s so popular, along with its off-roading capabilities. 

Mercedes Benz GLS is Also an Unreliable Luxury SUV

 The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS is another luxury SUV with the best reliability ratings. Despite coming from such a prestigious automaker, the GLS has a predicted reliability rating of only 75 out of 100. Because of this, it’s believed that the SUV will be less reliable than its competitors. Previous models of the GLS have reports of sudden power loss, electrical problems, and issues with power steering.

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS comes in two main trims- the 450 and the 580. The 480 has a 3.0-litre turbocharged mild hybrid with a maximum output of 362. The other produces 483 horsepower, and both are all-wheel drive. People love this luxury SUV because it’s pretty fast and powerful.

Of course, some people may have positive experiences with these 2023 luxury SUVs. However, more than other luxury options, they’re likely to cause extra stress due to mechanical issues. These cars may not be as bad as some horror stories, but it may be wise to look elsewhere for a new or used luxury SUV.

Conclusion

Many Nigerians fall in love with these two vehicles almost immediately due to their impressive exterior and interior design. What many fail to pay attention to is their performance and reliability. If you want a long-time reliable car in Nigeria, then you wouldn’t be paying attention to these two vehicles.