Land Rover Origin

With a signature blend of rugged, all-terrain performance and high-end luxury, Land Rover has built a legacy of next-level capability and unparalleled refinement. With that said, who owns and makes Land Rover? The automaker’s origins stretch back nearly 80 years, and as time has passed, the brand has become one of the most trusted and recognizable on roads from Belvidere to Lake Geneva, WI and beyond. Below, Land Rover Rockford takes you on a guided tour of the origins of Land Rover and where it is made.

Who Owns & Makes Land Rover?

Land Rover was first introduced in 1948 by the Rover Company in the United Kingdom. Over time, the brand evolved, becoming a symbol of strength and capability in some of the most demanding environments on Earth. 

In the early 2000s, Ford took over production and development of Land Rover, aiming to modernize and expand the brand. Then, in 2008, a major transition occurred: Tata Motors, an Indian automotive leader, acquired both Jaguar and Land Rover from Ford. This merger led to the formation of Jaguar Land Rover, which now operates as a subsidiary of Tata Motors.

Backed by Tata Motors, Jaguar Land Rover has continued to push the boundaries of technology and design while maintaining the legacy and identity that make the brand unique. 

Where Is Land Rover Made?

Land Rover is primarily made in the United Kingdom, but increased global demand has led to expanded production around the world:

• Solihull Plant, United Kingdom: Builds the Range Rover,Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover Velar
• Halewood Plant, United Kingdom: Builds the Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque
• Nitra Plant, Slovakia: Builds the Discovery and Defender
• Itatiaia Plant, Brazil: Builds the Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque
• Changshu Plant, China: Builds the Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque
• Pune Plant, India: Builds the Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque

This global manufacturing network ensures that these vehicles meet high standards of quality, wherever they are made. 

Test-Drive Your Next Land Rover In Rockford

We have covered who owns and makes Land Rover; now we invite you to get behind the wheel of one. Contact us to schedule a test drive near Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI or drop by our showroom at your convenience. Whether you are a Land Rover enthusiast or a newcomer to the brand, knowing who owns and makes Land Rover tells you why it remains an enduring symbol of adventure and exploration—on and off the road.