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Up close with the 2022 Range Rover

Remember we talked about the brand new 2022 model year Range Rover a while ago here on Supercars.net? Well, you can’t drive one yet as the first customer cars will only be available in the Spring of 2022, but there are pre-production prototypes around already, and it seems YouTuber Doug deMuro managed to find one to get close and personal to and talk about ‘all the quirks and features’ of it, unfortunately being a prototype he wasn’t allowed to drive it, but she’s a beauty, so let’s take a look at his 24-minute video before we talk details on this new full-size SUV from the famous Range Rover brand:

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Prof Gerry McGovern OBE, Chief Creative Officer, Jaguar Land Rover, said, “The New Range Rover is a vehicle with a peerless character, from the impeccable restraint of its exterior to the flawless tranquil sanctuary of its cabin. Informed by creative intellect and a desire for perfection, it doesn’t follow fashion or trend, but by a modernist design philosophy, combined with over 50 years of evolution, it is quite simply the most desirable Range Rover ever created.”

The MY2022 Range Rover is the first completely new model since 2014, and while it deliberately looks familiar, a lot is actually different compared to the outgoing model, base pricing starts at $105,000, but if you know anything about previous Range Rovers, you understand that’s just the start, and the massive options list and the possibility to create your bespoke model can skyrocket that price very quickly.

Wheels are a nice 21-inch as standard, but for the first time on a Range Rover you can opt for massive 23-inch tall wheels like the ones seen on the Autobiography LWB version of the above video, and another first for the MY22 Range Rover is the third row of seats, two additional units, only available on the Long Wheel Base model, but still, it’s possible now, but you can also opt to have your special Range Rover come with just four seats, and those rear ones are just absolutely stunning and immensely comfortable while that central console houses all kinds of amenities.

Nick Rogers, Executive Director, Product Engineering, Jaguar Land Rover, said, “The New Range Rover combines supreme on-road and all-terrain capability with electrified propulsion and new levels of connected capability. In the quest for comfort, we have been obsessed with human science and understanding brain activity to minimize cognitive impact and ensure these advanced technologies work in absolute harmony, creating a truly effortless driving experience. It’s an engineer’s duty to make people’s lives better, and that’s exactly what the New Range Rover will do for you.”

For the 2023 model year a PHEV will join the two petrol engines we’ll see in 2022, the extended-range plug-in hybrid (PHEV) will come with the inline 6-cylinder Ingenium engine coupled to a 105kW electric motor integrated with the transmission, power for this motor will come from a 38.2kWh lithium-ion battery, this setup will allow up to 62 miles of near-silent pure-electric driving, total power output will be 434 hp and this PHEV will be able to reach 87 mph on electric power only.

November 30, 2021 / Comments Off

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There’s a brand new Range Rover in town

I know the Mercedes G-Wagon is probably the most famous large SUV at this time, but you just can’t discard the famous Range Rover when talking about high-end, luxury SUV, and I know we now have others like the Bentley Bentayga and the Rolls Royce Cullinan, but the Range Rover has been the go-to off-roader for over 50 years, and both farmers and royalty have been seen behind the wheel of this famous SUV.

And while you might see a Bentayga or a Cullinan struggle off-road, both the G-Wagon and the Range Rover are more than capable both on city streets and out in the fields on muddy roads, the Range Rover is a ‘do-it-all’ that can transport the occupants in ultimate luxury while thundering down a field out and about, however, if you look at some of the specs shown in the latest press release for the unveiling of the MY2022 edition, you might think twice about getting in with filthy boots, especially when you opted for a white upholstery.

Thierry Bolloré, Chief Executive Officer, Jaguar Land Rover, said, “The New Range Rover is a superb manifestation of our vision to create the world’s most desirable luxury vehicles, for the most discerning of customers. It writes the next chapter in the unique story of pioneering innovation that has been a Range Rover hallmark for more than 50 years.”

Pricing for the United States market starts with the entry-level Range Rover P400 SE, a mild Hybrid 3.0L Turbocharged I6 (395hp / 406 lb-ft) that comes with an MSRP of $104,000, that number quickly rises once you get into the more powerful models, like the top-of-the-line Range Rover P530 First Edition (LWB) with the powerful 4.4L Twin-Turbocharged V8 pumping out 523hp with 553 lb-ft of torque, starting at $163,500 before options.

The new Range Rover will be available in SE and Autobiography models while as usual there is a ‘First Edition’ throughout the first year of production, based on the Autobiography but with some bespoke specification, exclusively available in a Sunset Gold Satin finish, among a choice of five exterior colors. Just like before the Range Rover gets the Standard (SWB) and the Long Wheelbase (LWB) body designs, the SWB comes with five seats, while the New Range Rover LWB model is available with a third row for extended comfort for up to seven adults.

In Range Rover language the SV isn’t a Super Veloce model like we’ve seen from Lamborghini, in this case, the SV stands for Special Vehicle Operations and boasts a next-level interpretation of luxury and personalization, the special SV model is also available in either SWB or LWB designs, with exclusive features including new SV Serenity and SV Intrepid design themes and a four-seat SV Signature Suite configuration that has a raised central console in between the two rear seats.

The Range Rover was the first luxury SUV to come with an Electronic Air Suspension, back in 1992 already, so it made sense for this New Range Rover to continue this pioneering approach with an updated version of that, now called Dynamic Response Pro with pre-emptive suspension that actually uses the built-in eHorizon Navigation data to read the road ahead and prepare the suspension to provide appropriate responses … something we’ve seen on the Rolls Royce Cullinan too.

And another feature seen on the Rolls Royce SUV has made its way into the New Range Rover: power-assisted doors, a first on a Range Rover, available as an option on the MY2023, these doors can be controlled from the Pivo Pro screen on the central console, the doors even have sensors to avoid hitting people while opening or closing, and yes, the traditional two-piece split tailgate that has been a feature on the Range Rovers since the Seventies is back on this new model too.

Not only does the New Range Rover come with 360° camera view, as do most higher-end cars these days, but this SUV also has built-in lights all around the car to create a ‘blanket’ of light around her while you maneuver this big lady around … remember those neon underglow in the tuning scene a few decades ago … well, underglow is back now.

Rory O’Murchu, Vehicle Line Director, Jaguar Land Rover, said, “The New Range Rover combines advanced hardware with a pioneering toolkit of digital technologies and software, all enabled by our advanced electrical architecture – moving Range Rover from a mechanical world to a mechatronic ecosystem that delivers an intuitive drive. Our new Integrated Chassis Control system is a prime example of this philosophy and co-ordinates a suite of predictive and reactive technologies, that make this the most comfortable and agile Range Rover ever produced.”

While the New Range Rover isn’t a small SUV by any means, it does come with a turning circle of just 36 feet, the smallest of any Land Rover at this time, and this is thanks to All-Wheel steering now standard on every Range Rover, the rear wheels can be turned up to 7 degrees for better stability and comfort at speed, together with reducing the turning circle at low speeds in the city.

Michael van der Sande, Managing Director, Special Vehicle Operations, said, “Special Vehicle Operations exists to amplify the core characteristics of Land Rover vehicles, obsessing over every detail with a passion for quality. In the case of Range Rover, that means injecting even more luxury into every part of the car. With more choice than ever before, our customers will be able to create a new Range Rover SV that truly reflects their personality, their dreams, their desires. That is how we interpret modern luxury.”

The New Range Rover will be built solely at the Solihull Manufacturing Facility in the UK, using a state-of-the-art production line housed in the building used to produce early Series Land Rover vehicles, this historic building is the spiritual home of Land Rover and its reimagining as a new, ultra-modern center for Range Rover production showcases the way the company protects its heritage, you can now go to your local dealer and put an order in for the New Range Rover, sales have started already.

October 27, 2021 / Comments Off

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Chieftan Extreme Range Rover Classic

The top trim Land Rover Ranger Rover model has evolved into a technological beast, but it’s still eminently capable off-road. But the Range Rover Classic that preceded in the ’70s it still plucks our heartstrings.…

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Don’t Fancy a Tesla? Get this Full Electric Classic Range Rover for $326,000

Lunaz, a leading creator of electric classic cars has announced the first batch of electric classic Range Rovers. The company will create an initial run of 50 cars of the luxury SUV built between 1970 and 1994.

The company has been consistently asked by its global customer base to apply its re-engineering and restoration on these cars since unveiling Jaguar, Bentley and Rolls-Royce electrified classic cars.

In response, electric classic Range Rovers by Lunaz will be offered both in Town and Country specification. The more urban expression will be presented with increased focus on rear seat and driver comfort. These cars will be available in both standard and long wheelbase.

Country specification will include full suite of engineering, technological and design features that magnify a full electric classic off-roading experience for the first time. This specification will also include a 4-wheel drive system, updated suspension including anti-roll bars and improved brakes. The original interior design will be remarkably elevated by applying Lunaz design philosophy.

Design Director, Jen Holloway and her team will work in close consultation with customers to tailor the car to their exact expectation. Material palettes that honor textile interior of the original Range Rover will also be offered as well as more upholstery options in the very finest leathers and wood. Customers will be able to choose either three-door configurations or four-door models.

Usability is further enhanced with the inclusion of a full suite of contemporary technologies with features including infotainment, air conditioning and entertainment screens.

Prices for classic electric Range Rovers will start at £245,000 excluding local taxes. The first production batch of 50 vehicles is currently being allocated with first customer deliveries anticipated for the summer of 2021.

December 8, 2020 / Comments Off

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Range Rover Velar Updated for 2021 With New Plug-in-Hybrid

The Range Rover Velar has been updated today with a new range of engines and a Plug-In Hybrid Range Rover Velar ‘P400e’. It’s the last Land Rover model to offer a hybrid option, completing the modernisation of Land Rover’s range.

Updated Range Rover Velar Engines

The Range Rover Velar P400e gets a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, producing 300 hp, combined with a 105kW electric motor. The total power output is 404 hp and 640 Nm of torque.

Electrification allows the P400e to hit 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds. The 17.1kWh lithium-ion battery can be charged to 80 per cent in just 30 minutes using a fast DC charge point, or 1 hour 40 minutes using a standard 7kW wallbox. It manages a range of 53 km (33 miles).

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A new range of 3.0-litre straight-six Ingenium engines also debuts. The petrol and diesel engines are available with 48-volt mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) technology.

It includes two petrol models, a P340 which puts out 340 hp and P400 which produces 400 hp. The former hits 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds with the latter’s 60 additional hp cutting that time to 5.5 seconds. The changes shed 12.9 kg compared to the unit it replaces.

The diesel option is the D300 which produces 300 hp and 650 Nm of torque. It’s the slowest of the bunch with a 100 km/h sprint of 6.5 seconds. Yet it achieves a 52% reduction in NOx emissions. It weighs 7 kg less than the outgoing model.

The MHEV system uses a Belt integrated Starter Generator (BiSG) in the engine bay to harvest energy under deceleration, which is then stored in a 48V lithium-ion battery located beneath the rear loadspace. The power is then used to assist acceleration.

The four-cylinder Ingenium D200 is also available with the same MHEV powertrain, producing 204 hp.

Updated Range Rover Velar Interior

The Range Rover Velar‘s interior benefits from Land Rover’s Pivi and Pivi Pro infotainment systems. It incorporates software updates ‘over-the-air’ and an embedded data connection means you have access to the latest maps, apps and vehicle software modules.

To improve interior comfort, the Range Rover Velar gets Active Road Noise Cancellation, a bit like a set of noise cancellation headphones, it constantly monitoring vibrations from the road surface and calculates the opposite phase sound wave needed to remove the noise heard by the occupants.

Other additions include a Cabin Air Filtration system, a new steering wheel design and a new Drive Selector also replaces the rotary gear selector.

September 22, 2020 / Comments Off

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Range Rover Velar Project Kahn P300 Pace Car

The Land Rover Range Rover Velar is their most elegantly styled SUV with a heavy emphasis on sophisticated design that’s about a slick as we’ve ever seen in the segment. Now, Kahn Design’s 2018 Range…

2020 Range Rover Evoque

Land Rover’s 2020 Range Rover Evoque is its second-generation compact SUV, the model itself a massive hit for the automaker. It sold over 772,000 of these bad boys worldwide, and hopes to keep those numbers aflame with this new entry.

For this generation, the new Range Rover Evoque gets a design revamp plus Land Rover’s latest tech. Let’s talk about the former. When you see it, you’ll still recognize that it’s unmistakably an Evoque. But instead of a dramatic redesign, Land rover chose to take a new design language that launched with the Velar and refine it. You’ll see it in the burnished copper details, and the 21-inch wheels. And also the sharper and slimmer headlight and rear light housings. Velar’s flush door handles re-apppear here as well. The result is a clean, streamlined almost nondescript look.

Inside is where it gets more interesting. This new Evoque features a larger interior space compared to the last model thanks to a brand-new architecture.

As for the tech, InControl Touch Pro Duo comes standard, as does Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The InControl system features two 10-inch HD displays and a 12.3-inch screen on the dashboard. Flecks of artificial intelligence also make an appearance, care of “Smart Settings.” In this, the car uses AI to learn about your preferences overtime. Like your preferred seat position, music choices, temperature, and more. And let’s not forget about ClearSight Ground View, which will let you see right through the hood for easier navigation in tough terrains.

The 2020 Range Rover Evoque will come with two 2-liter four-cylinder Ingenium engine options with 246 or 296 horsepower. The latter option gets a 48-volt mild hybrid powertrain for maximum energy efficiency. The car is now available in six trims.

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Photos courtesy of Land Rover

May 11, 2019 / Comments Off

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The Most Beautiful Details Hidden Throughout the New York Auto Show

Walking through the 2019 New York International Auto Show can be overwhelming. With all the shiny sheet metal on display—some of it for the first time—it’s easy to lose yourself in all of the big news and announcements. But, if you take some time and keep your eyes peeled, you’ll see there are a lot of beautiful design details peppered throughout the show’s attractions that you might have missed otherwise. Yes, concept cars will have bucket loads of futuristic moldings and supercars are packed with aerodynamic facets, but even something as mundane as a family sedan can hide an interesting quirk or two.

So, in case you missed them, these are the most beautiful details hidden throughout the cars at NYIAS 2019.

Acura TLX Taillights

Acura deserves a huge amount of credit for the bold design choices it’s made over the past few years. Acura’s design language is polarizing, to say the least, but if you look closely, you’ll spot intricacies that deserve appreciation. The taillights on the TLX are one of them: They mirror the car’s headlights, making what could’ve been a run-of-the-mill tail lamp into a delightfully complex display.

Audi E-Tron Dashboard

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Open-pore wood isn’t anything new as far as car interiors go, but the Audi E-Tron pulls it off brilliantly. The all-electric SUV is a vision of the future for Audi, and the designers could have gone the usual clinical design route for such things, but it’s nice to see organic material in there instead; it nicely complements the future-forward E-Tron.

Genesis Mint Concept Seats

There are a lot of details to fawn over on the Genesis Mint concept car, but if one stands out above the rest, it’s the seats. If they look askew in the photo, that’s because when you open the door, they automatically slide back and rotate for easier ingress and egress. And it might only be a concept car for now, but Genesis brand boss Manfred Fitzgerald says he wants to see something like the Mint on the road in the near future.

The Whole Kia HabaNiro

When autonomous driving takes operational responsibility away from the passengers, the experience of driving as a whole will shift; there will more time to appreciate and interact with the interior, for one thing. Designers are starting to cater to that in concept cars like this funky Kia, by pouring more energy into details like seats and dashboard design. The Kia HabaNiro might look like the crossover of tomorrow on the outside, but the not-so-subtle crimson flair on the inside would be a welcome addition to the Korean automaker’s lineup.

Koenigsegg Jesko Rear Wing

The Koenigsegg Jesko’s rear wing isn’t exactly a “hidden detail,” seeing as how it’s one of the largest objects on the show floor. It helps the Jesko achieve 2,200 pounds of downforce when deployed, but can level out to reduce drag and let the Swedish supercar hit its supposed 300-mph top speed.

Lincoln Corsair Taillights

Lincoln is quickly becoming a powerhouse in the American luxury car market. It’s very rare an automaker adopts a design language which works on all of its cars, no matter the body style. The Corsair can easily be described as a mini-Navigator, but it also has its own unique details worth a mention. The taillights, for instance, look like the full-width setup Lincoln has applied elsewhere; move in closer and the design begins to resemble a stylized eagle’s wing.

Nissan GT-R50 Taillights

You’ve probably seen the Nissan GT-R50 by now, and drooled over as much as everybody else has. (Just ignore the $1.1 million price tag.) The car was a chance for Italdesign to flex its creative muscles, so it’s packed with design touches. Walk around the back, and you’ll see the semi-floating tail lights that look like jet engines; they compliment the moveable rear wing with its aircraft-like actuators.

Range Rover Velar SVAutobiography Dynamic Center Console

Range Rover has been moving towards minimalism for a while, but the new Velar SVAutobiography Dynamic highlights how far the company’s interiors have come—and how well they’re executed.

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April 19, 2019 / Comments Off

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Why Exotic Super SUV’s Are The Way Of The Future

Less than a decade ago, the distinction between SUV’s and other vehicle types was clear. The introduction of SUV cross-overs brought about a new breed of SUV. An off-shoot of these cross-over SUVs came to being once sports car manufacturers entered the SUV market, creating the “Super SUV.”

The idea was to provide everything in one vehicle – a powerful engine, elegant design, luxury interior, and unparalleled performance with a 4×4 option. Lamborghini came up with the term Super SUV in 2017, when they released the concept of the Lamborghini Urus.

Following in their footsteps, other major sports car manufacturers also joined in.

The S-SUV Future

Range Rover Super SUV — **[Image via Autocar]**

Sports cars have traditionally featured two-seats, with some exceptions offering four passenger options as well. However, that’s not enough for some people. Super SUV’s are 5-7 seater vehicles, boasting powerful engines that make light work of the added weight.

Super SUVs deliver a faster, more comfortable off-road experience. Imagine sitting in the luxury of a Bentley while crossing the Himalayan plains, or cruising through the desert with a Ferrari roaring under you. As these super crossovers make their way into the mainstream, maintaining these vehicles also doesn’t demand much effort.

For instance, in Arizona, you can explore the Apache Trail in your S-SUV, or cruise the historic Route 66.

There’s no worry if you damage your windshield because SunTec’s Scottsdale windshield replacement crew will have you sorted in no time! SunTec Auto Glass specializes in repairing and replacing windshields and auto glass on exotics, supercars, and of course Super-SUV’s.

The future is all about convenience and this is precisely why Super SUVs are set to take over the automobile industry. An all-in-one option is an automotive enthusiast’s dream come true — spacious cabins, higher seats, and more driving options.

Eventually, it is estimated that future S-SUV’s will be more affordable, providing a luxurious and powerful alternative to sports cars and SUV’s alike.

The Lamborghini Urus

Lamborghini Urus Super SUV — **[Image via Lamborghini]**

Lamborghini’s first attempt at an SUV caused ripples across the automobile industry. A combination of Lamborghini’s classic style coupled with outstanding performance, the Urus starts out at $200,000.

Its twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 delivers a whopping 641 horsepower on an all-wheel configuration alongside an eight-speed automatic transmission. This powerful engine boasts a 0-60mph time of 3.2 seconds!

The interior has a classic Lamborghini jetfighter-style design that has all the hallmarks of a luxury SUV and sports car. From leather seats to adjustable gauges, go from luxury to raw power in seconds, literally.

The Bentley Bentayga

Bentley Bentayga Super SUV — **[Image via Bentley]**

Bentley was looking to rock the SUV world and their introduction of the Bentley Bentayga blew everyone away with a top speed of 187 mph! With a price tag of $197,725, the Bentayga is a supercar in an SUV’s body – the very definition of a Super SUV.

A twin-turbo 6.0-liter W12 engine under the hood delivers a robust 600 horsepower. Along with the eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, the Bentayga goes 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds.

The entirely leather interior comfortably seats 5 people. The full-option Bentayga also offers 22-inch alloy rims as well as an absolutely ridiculous 1,950-watt, 20 speaker audio system and back-seat entertainment tablets.

The Maserati Levante

Maserati Levante Super SUV — **[Image via Motor Trend]**

Following the trend of Super SUV’s, Maserati came up with the relatively cheaper Levante starting at $77,475. Positioned as the reinvention of Italian luxury, the Levante is available in four varieties with individual engine capacities and features.

The base version has a twin-turbocharged V-6 capable of 345 horsepower. Maserati’s Trofeo version put out an unimaginable 550 horsepower but also costs an eye-watering $171,475. The all-wheel base version goes 0-60 mph in 5.1 seconds, rivaling mid-tier sports cars.

With a specific focus on the leather-intensive interior, Maserati has also splashed out on a fully automatic, state-of-the-art, all-inclusive infotainment system. While the Levante cuts corners on trunk space, it offers a world-class luxury experience.

March 25, 2019 / Comments Off

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The Range Rover Sentinel Is An Armored SUV

If on the top of your list while looking for a car is, “Can it survive an explosion?” Land Rover’s new Range Rover Sentinel is your guy. It’s not just tough — it redefines tough. Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations built and engineered this bad boy. Suffice it to say that inside is one of the safest places you can retreat to.

Prepare to shell out several hundreds of thousands of dollars, though, as this won’t come cheap. That’s probably a non-issue, though. If you’re so rich that people want you dead to get a hold of your wealth, you will most definitely be able to afford this brute.

Don’t worry. Keeping you from dying is exactly what the Range Rover Sentinel is supposed to do. It’ll keep you out of harm’s way with a combination of tough materials and high-tier protection systems. That includes armored glass, undercarriage/roof blast protection, and an emergency escape system in the rear luggage compartment for quick maneuvering. That’s for when things get really awry.

Under the hood, you’ll find a 5.0-liter supercharged V-8 engine that tops out 375 ponies. That’s a step up from the previous model’s 335-horsepower V-6, zooming from zero to 60 in 9.8 seconds. You’re also looking at a top speed of 120mph, which isn’t too bad all things considered.

Land Rover tells us its armored SUV rolls on a run-flat wheel system, which means the car can still keep going for 30 miles at 50mph even if one of the tires is busted. Once you cover all those miles, you can use the car’s public-address system. Just to negotiate your way out of a sticky sitch. Ah, rich people problems.

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Photos courtesy of Land Rover

March 9, 2019 / Comments Off

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2019 Range Rover Evoque Revealed

Land Rover have finally announced a second generation Range Rover Evoque. Since its launch in 2010, the Range Rover Evoque has sold a staggering 772,096 units, won 217 international awards and “pioneered the luxury compact SUV market”. While that last claim has been met with some scepticism, there is no denying that the Evoque has been one of Land Rover’s most successful models.

The second generation retains much of the same features of the first. It gets a coupé-like silhouette, with a rising waist, a characteristic of the Range Rover family. Swollen wheel arches and pronounced shoulders also feature heavily, the wheel arches are filled by new 21 inch wheels.

Land Rover have introduced a new, super-slim matrix LED headlight for a new light profile. Flush door handles allow a smooth, flowing design and the sweeping indicators give a sophisticated look.

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The chassis is completely new, yet mirrors the size of the outgoing model. It is built on Land Rover’s new mixed-material Premium Transverse Architecture. There is an extra 20 mm leg room in the back with larger glove box and centre cubby. Luggage space is expanded to 591 litres with the seats up, 1,383 litres with the seats down. The rear bench gets a flexible 40:20:40 divide.

Land Rover have also been thinking about the future. A 48-volt mild-hybrid will be available at launch and a plug-in hybrid model within 12 months. The 48-volt system harvests energy from deceleration storing it in an under-floor battery. Below 17 km/h, the engine shuts off when the driver applies the brake. It is available with all automatic gearboxes across the range of models.

From launch, Land Rover plan to offer a 2.0 litre inline four cylinder engine with three power options; 150 hp, 180 hp and 240 hp. Petrol options will revolve around an inline 2.0 litre, four cylinder engine with a choice of 200 hp, 249 hp and 300 hp. Further engine options will follow.

The Evoque gets Land Rover’s go-anywhere technology too. All models get All-Wheel Drive, as well as a second-generation Active Driveline with Driveline Disconnect to enhance efficiency and Adaptive Dynamics. The Evoque will be offered with the Range Rover’s Terrain Response 2 option which automatically detects the surface being driven on and adjusts the set-up accordingly. Land Rover brag that the new Evoque can wade through water up to 600 mm, 100 mm higher than before. The Evoque also realises ClearSight Ground View, Land Rover’s technology which hit headlines a few years back, making the bonnet ‘disappear’.

Inside, the Touch Pro Duo infotainment system has also received significant improvements. It now features two 10-inch high-definition glass touchscreens and a 12.3-inch interactive driver display combined with a full-colour head-up display. A ‘smart settings’ system learns the drivers habits over a period of time, elsewhere, the car incorporates Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as Click & Go rear-seat tablet holders with charging capability, 4G WiFi hotspot (for up to eight devices) and six USB slots.

In the UK, the Range Rover Evoque will be priced between £31,600 and £40,350 with ‘first edition models commanding prices nudging £50,000.

November 22, 2018 / Comments Off

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Custom E.C.D. Range Rover Classic

This Custom Range Rover Classic (dubbed ‘Project Alpha’) built by our friends over at E.C.D., is a thoroughly rebuilt classic with tasteful details, modern tech, and serious power.

The off-roader packs a reliable 6.2 liter Corvette LS3 V8 and it features a restored powder-coated frame, an elegant dark gray paintwork, upgraded axles, new suspension system, 6-speed automatic gearbox, upgraded steering, and high-performance brakes.

Rebuilt seats covered in Spinneybeck leather and accent trim in piano black adorn the elegant interior, while an 8-speaker JLAudio system, Apple CarPlay, front & rear AC, plus other modern treats provide superior enjoyment.

If you like what you see, hit the guys at E.C.D. up for a chat and get a classic Range Rover tailor-made to suit your own needs and taste.

Photos Courtesy of E.C.D. Automotive Design

June 29, 2018 / Comments Off

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2018 Range Rover P400e Plug-in Hybrid Review

It’s the beginning of a new era at Jaguar Land Rover with the launch of the Range Rover P400e, their first Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), pronounced ‘Pee HEV’. Prices start from £86,965 and the order books are open. It is JLR’s first combined electric motor and combustion engine powertrain although this quintessentially british luxury 4×4 chariot is still available in petrol and diesel variants, with the introduction of the new Ingenium engines.

Diesels are no longer in favour and governments around the world are doing their best to kill the combustion engine all together. We are witnessing the emergence of MEVs, BEVs, PHEVs and EVs! These are the only choices we’ll be making in the not too distant future after the demise of the combustion engine but for the time being a PHEV is the only choice at the JLR camp for anything electric.

The First impression of the Range Rover P400e were the exterior tweaks which include a flap cleverly disguised in the front grill hiding the plug-in charger and the new light clusters housing new pixel laser LED lights.

Range Rover PHEV

The other notable visual improvement is the upgraded interior which includes the Touch Pro Duo infotainment system. Probably one of the best dashboards in any modern car today. Paul Ray and his interior design team have breathed some magic on the already luxurious cabin by making it even better. They have created an environment that is both visually beautiful, highly functional and oh so comfortable. After-all any car offering 25 seat massage options including Hot-Stone wins my vote although you’ll have to read to the end of the article to find out whether there was a happy ending.

The P400e combines the new JLR Ingenium 2.0L 4-cylinder petrol engine providing 300PS (221kW) power with a 116PS (85kW) electric motor, together delivering 404PS (297kW) or combined power. The permanent four-wheel drive system will move you from 0-100km/h (0-60mph) in 6.8 seconds with a top speed of 220km/h (137mph). The electrified powertrain only emits 64g/km on the NEDC combined cycle and has an all-electric range of up to 51km (31 miles) without the Ingenium engine running. Electric rapid charging takes 2hrs 45mins via a 32amp wall box or 7hrs 30mins from a standard 10 amp home charging cable supplied as standard.

The JLR engineers have done a great job making the motor and engine work seamlessly together and when you need to get a pace on it certainly feels much quicker than what you would expect from a 2.0L engine. The power delivery is smooth and predictable aided by an 8-speed ZF auto gearbox. It’s actually very impressive considering that the combined forces of the electric motor and engine are pulling a nearly three ton carriage!

With 640Nm of torque the P400e was also a joy to drive off-road with its superior traction and rugged capabilities that we have all come to expect on all Land Rovers. The P400e was no exception and dealt with mud, ruts, rivers and snow with more refinement than combustion driven alternatives.

I developed a love hate relationship with the P400e as it was the complete package in both ‘Parallel Hybrid’ mode and ‘All Electric’ mode. As a V8 combustion engine enthusiast I found that there was something very special about the PHEV model. I developed a craving to experience the serenity that the ’All Electric’ mode provided, by wafting through urban jungles in total silence and with the satisfaction that I wasn’t polluting the atmosphere, not one little bit. But the batteries emptied too quickly and I wanted more, more tranquillity, more relaxation, more thinking time, more peaceful motoring. With 6mm thicker glass all round and in ‘All Electric’ mode, without kids or animals in the car, all that could be heard was the crisp tone of the Meridian Sound System. Stop the music and you can hear a pin drop and it was oh so calming and so very relaxing. A wonderful place to leave the stresses of modern day life behind just for that trip or rather just for those 51 precious kilometres.

The only stress caused by the P400e was pressing the ‘Save Electric Power’ button and deciding when to use that ‘All Electric’ power without consuming it all at the beginning of a long journey, never-the-less a great feature. That said, with batteries empty the car drove surprisingly well on the 2.0L engine without the help of the electric motor although it sounded unrefined when pushed hard.

For the school run, local commute and general urban driving the P400e PHEV would be the only option if you want a Range Rover and never want to see a petrol station again. However, if traveling further on a daily basis then the more conventional combustion engine options would have more appeal. Never-the-less you are sure to have a happy ending after every trip in the P400e PHEV as you arrive at your destination in complete silence.

Words by Paul Tarantino

March 26, 2018 / Comments Off

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