Yeah, a rover testing ground would be awesome. Especially if, like previously stated, you could unlock new terrain types by transmitting science data (using a new science part - "Rover Research Module" or something like that) from the actual terrain you want to simulate. And then you could make it upgradeable like the other buildings.
Level 1: Just a large, slightly bumpy indoor area. Not able to simulate terrain.
Level 2: Larger, and has the ability to simulate terrain (to a certain extent).
Level 3: Very large, and has the ability to simulate very bumpy terrain and water. Also, maybe the final level allows you to create your own "custom" terrain (within reason), and/or to simulate different levels of gravity.