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Kahn Range Rover Evoque Black Label Edition Redefines Luxury

Kahn Range Rover Evoque Black Label Edition offers performance-oriented design, individual Santorini Black Metallic paintwork and exceptional interior trim. The vehicle of course is another masterpiece created by the exceptional design specialists at A. Kahn Design.

This Range Rover model is following tuning company’s lightweight design philosophy and hence includes front grille with 3D mesh, front bumper centre section graphic in matt black, front bumper mesh in matt black and silver, LED daytime running lights for front bumper, side sill trim in gloss black, side vent inserts in copper, door entry sill plates in stainless steel, painted floating roof and brake calipers finished in Vesuvius orange. These new additions to the vehicle ensure a great deal of motoring supremacy and unsurpassed visual stance.

In addition, the vehicle was equipped with a privacy glass and Kahn cross hair exhaust system that utter the rigorous sound of the engine. Black Label Edition Evoque’s character and on road presence is further strengthen by the matt pearl Kahn RS250 Wheel in 9.5” x 22” format.

Going inside of this modified Land Rover model, one sees versatile enhancements. The new interior includes front and rear seats in quilted and perforated leather, transmission tunnel in Alcantara with contrast stitching, diamond gear selector, four door armrests quilted and perforated.

In addition, throughout the cabin are also present dashboard quilted and perforated, vented foot pedals in machined aluminium, centre glove box re-upholstered in quilted and perforated leather, dashboard stitching and high quality duty carpet floor mats. These improvements not only deliver a comfortable atmosphere but also achieve great sense of convenience and luxury.

Source: A. Kahn Design

October 4, 2013

Kahn Design Develops New Executive Interior For 2014 Range Rover Sport

2014 Range Rover Sport was unveiled in March this year showing off its muscular stance, on-road dynamics and class-leading all-terrain capability. For the construction of the 2014 Rover Sport has been used aluminium architecture thanks to which has been achieved a weight saving of more than 800 lbs. This SUV also exploits Land Rover’s breakthrough lightweight suspension design and innovative dynamic chassis technologies.

The Range Rover Sport model is currently offered with the following engine choices: the supercharged 5.0-litre 510 PS (375 kW) V8 petrol, 3.0-litre 292 PS (2015 kW) SDV6 diesel, the 3.0-litre 258 PS (190 kW) TDV6 and the high performance 4.4-litre 339 PS (250 kW) SDV8 diesel unit.

One of the most creative tuning brands in the United Kingdom –A.Kahn Design, known for its passion for Land Rovers have developed a brand new exclusive package for this model, thus making it more luxurious than ever.

As one can see from the pictures, inside the vehicle looks so stylish with its executive-like attitude. This generous interior invites the driver to step inside and escape the mundane and experience a new sense of style and comfort.

As a matter of fact, a lot of attention has been put on driver’s and passenger’s experience. Hence the seats deliver the supreme ergonomic comfort, which in addition perfectly the inimitable Range Rover exterior.

Source: A. Kahn Design

October 1, 2013

Kahn Land Rover Defender Chelsea Wide Track Hard Top

Kahn Land Rover Defender Chelsea Wide Track Hard Top pays tribute to the Defender model, being its unique and artistic interpretation. For this project the tuners at A. Kahn Design have chosen an honest and minimalist approach and in such way have augmented its design.

The design of this transformed Land Rover model combines the mechanical perfection and exterior beauty, and features quality and high-tech engineering. The exterior of the Defender was decided in volcanic rock satin color which adds exclusivity to the stance of this vehicle.

In addition, in this tuning were also featured front and rear wide wings with integrated vents and bolt apertures, bonnet vents with stainless steel mesh, fog lamps, headlamp grilles with stainless steel mesh, crosshair military headlights, side vents with stainless steel mesh, front grille with stainless steel mesh, Kahn prototype wing badges, Kahn oval tailgate badge.

To be even more aggressive on the road, the professionals at A. Kahn Design have given the vehicle 8×16 inch 1948 Defend wheels in satin black, fitted with 235x85x16 inch tyres. Other highlights here include the custom made Chelsea Truck Company spare wheel cover, exhaust shields and mud flaps.

The transformation continues in the interior as well, which is made to harmonically match the exclusivity of the exterior. The Wide Track Defender benefits of supreme ergonomic comfort by the means of front sports GTB seats in quilted and perforated leather, single spoke steering wheel, Churchill time clock facia insert in red, dashboard, instrument binnacle, rear door panel and handle in Harris Tweed, and vented foot pedals in machined aluminium.

Source: A. Kahn Design

September 20, 2013

2014 Land Rover Discovery Gets Upgraded

2014 Land Rover Discovery has been updated and received new look, badging, fuel stretching technology, enhanced audio systems and wide range of driver assistance, comfort and safety features. However, the vehicle keeps the core attributes of the emblematic model which makes the vehicle even more appealing.

First, 2014 Discovery now has a new front fascia next to the various exterior changes. For instance, a new front grille, front bumper, headlamp design, daytime running lights with a distinctive LED signature, plus two new alloy wheel designs, additionally improve this Land Rover’s visual characteristics.

To make the vehicle even more special and individual, the brand has prepared for its customers an optional “Black Design Pack” that includes 20-inch black alloy wheels and many other benefits.

Next, the refined exterior of the vehicle incorporates a change of the identity. For the first time, the name “Discovery” replaces “Land Rover” on the bonnet and the number 4 will be removed from the tailgate leaving just the word “Discovery”.

In addition, the engine badging will be moved from the tailgate to the each of the front doors, and will appear as “SDV6”. Speaking about the engine, it has received some optimizations, which result in improvement in terms of fuel efficiency.

2014 Land Rover Discovery will be equipped with the 256 hp (188 kW) 3.0 SDV6, which now emits less CO2 emissions. They have been reduced from 230g/km to 213g/km. Additionally, the and fuel consumption was also improved to 35.3mpg. The unit will be mated to and eight-speed ZF automatic transmission.

At last, the range of driver assistance, comfort and safety features include the following: Wade Sensing, Blind Spot Monitoring, Closing Vehicle Sensing, Reverse Traffic Detection and T-junction Cameras.

The model will be also offered with the optional Meridian premium audio. On the other hand the standard system features 8 speakers and 380 Watts of power, while the Meridian Surround system generates an impressive 825 Watts output and includes 17 speakers.

Technical Specifications of 2014 Land Rover Discovery

2014 Land Rover Discovery (UK)	3.0L V6 Diesel (UK/Euro)
Engine type	3.0L SDV6 Diesel
Power PS/rpm	256PS@4000
Torque Nm/rpm	600@2000
0-60mph secs	8.8
Max speed mph (km/h)	112 (180)
CO2 g/km	213
Combined mpg (L/100k)	35.3 (8.0)
Kerb weight kg	2570

Source: Land Rover

September 3, 2013

Kahn Range Rover Vogue 3.0 TDV6 Signature Edition

Kahn Range Rover Vogue 3.0 TDV6 Signature Edition is definitely a reminder of what luxury means. And of course we can not expect anything else from the designers at A. Kahn Design. They again have proven their craftsmanship and attention to the detail.

The tuned Range Rover has suitably presidential in appearance thanks to its exterior santorini Black Metallic paint finish. What is more, this look is additionally enhanced by the unique brake calipers in liquid gold.

More highlights to mention with regard to the exterior are the fender accents in satin black, front and rear bumper accents in satin black and door accents in satin black. But this is not everything! This athletic vehicle rides on 9.5×22 RS600 wheels, which further add to the luxurious stance of the car.

Additionally, the panoramic glass sunroof allows the driver to bask in the rays of the sun. He or she will also enjoy the cabin which has been wrapped in perforated leather interior – in this case it is again in black in order to match the exquisite exterior.

Source: A.Kahn Design

August 26, 2013

Land Rover Launches First Hybrid Range Rover Models

Land Rover has just presented its first-ever hybrid models: Range Rover Hybrid and Range Rover Sport Hybrid. With them, the brand aims to deliver better fuel economy, reduced CO2 emissions, but also to keep the emblematic for the Range Rover capability and performance.

The two all-aluminium models are based on Land Rover’s Premium Lightweight Architecture. In addition, they are also equipped with an identical powertrain, thanks to which they will become world’s first premium diesel SUV hybrids.

2014 Range Rover Hybrid has a powertrain which includes three driver-selectable modes and combines Land Rover’s popular 3-litre SDV6 diesel engine with a 35 kW electric motor. The car is equipped with 8-speed ZF automatic transmission. Furthermore, the hybrid system, which also features lithium ion battery pack, inverter and electric motor weighs less than 120kg.

In fact, the electric motor produces 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) torque and is active when the vehicle is in EV Mode. What is more, it is also used as a generator, harvesting kinetic energy through regenerative braking. This means that it charges the battery when the vehicle is slowing.

When the driver selects the EV mode, the Range Rover Hybrid can travel at speeds of up to 30 mph (48km/h) for a range of up to one mile (1.6 km). Afterwards, the diesel engine restarts. Both the diesel engine and electric motor has a combined output of 340 hp (250 kW) at 4,000 rpm and generate 700 Nm (517 lb-ft) of torque between 1,500-3,000rpm.

Range Rover Sport Hybrid and Sport Hybrid accelerate to 62mph (100km/h) in under seven seconds on their way to a top speed of 135mph (218km/h). The CO2 emissions are estimated at 169g/km, equivalent to 44.1mpg on the combined cycle.

The design of the new models is created according to the new hybrid technology included in them. For instance, the liquid cooled battery pack is mounted beneath the floor of the vehicle in a protective boron-steel cradle. The vehicle however, retains its five-seat capacity and luggage space as well as the full-size spare wheel. Both hybrid Range Rover models also include Land Rover’s four-wheel drive system that features Terrain Response 2.

Technical Specifications

	Range Rover Hybrid	Range Rover Sport Hybrid
Engine type	3.0 SDV6 HEV	3.0 SDV6 HEV
Power PS/rpm	340PS@4000	340PS@4000
Torque Nm/rpm	700@1500-3000	700@1500-3000
0-62mph / 0-100km/h secs	6.9	6.7
Top speed mph (km/h)	135 (218)	140 (225)
CO2 Combined g/km	169	169
Combined consumption mpg (L/100km)	44.1 (6.4)	44.1 (6.4)
Weight From… kg	2394	2372

Source: Land Rover

August 22, 2013

2014 Range Rover Evoque With New Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission

2014 Range Rover Evoque is now even more attractive because it will be equipped with a host of new technologies, including a new 9-speed automatic transmission, new driveline technologies, seven new driver assistance features and more details in the design of the interior and exterior.

The ZF-9HP automatic transmission debuted this year at the Geneva Motor Show and it is among the world’s first 9-speed units fitted to a passenger car. It not only has an ultra-fast response time, but is also equipped with adaptive shift programme which quickly matches the driving style. Moreover, the new transmission delivers enhanced fuel economy, reduced emissions, improved performance and much greater comfort.

The driver assistance features included in the Evoque are feature Park Exit, Perpendicular Park, Closing Vehicle Sensing and Reverse Traffic Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition and Wade Sensing. As an option, customers can choose Land Rover InControlTM connected car system.

The latter incorporates two new features – InControlTM Remote and InControlTM Secure. The first one allows owners to trigger an SOS Emergency Call which automatically informs the emergency services of the vehicle’s position. The second feature tracks the vehicle in the event of a theft utilizing advance tracking technology.

Another option is the Active Driveline, which is an ‘on demand’ four-wheel drive system that is capable of improving the agility as well as the fuel efficiency of the car. It does that by operating in front-wheel drive only during steady-state driving at speeds above 22 mph. This new feature also includes Active Torque Biasing with electronic-Diff (e-Diff) technology. It distributes torque between the rear wheels, thus maximizing the traction and stability.

What also enhances the agility and safety through the redirection of the torque between the four wheels is the Torque Vectoring by Braking feature. It will be also available as an option.

Furthermore, the design of the interior and exterior of this Land Rover model was also improved. There are detail changes, new colour options, four new alloy wheel styles, new style of Land Rover badge on the grille, wheel centres and tailgate.

2014 Range Rover Evoque will be equipped with economical and light weight four-cylinder engines: 2.2 diesel 150 hp (110 kW), 2.2 diesel 190 hp (140 kW) and 2.0 Petrol 240 hp (176 kW). The combined fuel consumption is estimated up to 57.6 mpg, while the CO2 emissions begin from 129 g/km.

Source: Range Rover

August 21, 2013

2014 Range Rover Sport vs Spitfire [video]

Land Rover has published a promotional video of their all-new Range Rover Sport versus a 1945 Vickers Supermarine Spitfire.

The SUV is powered by a supercharged 5.0-liter V8 engine that develops 510HP (380 kW), while the plane has a 1,750HP (1,305 kW) V12 Merlin engine and a top speed of 644 km/h (400 mph).

The race – the first of its kind at the airfield – involved a drag race down and back on the grass runway, punctuated by a nimble U-turn. It was particularly challenging being conducted on the bumpy grass airfield, a surface which is notorious for low traction levels.

“The team couldn’t resist the challenge laid down byFortyOneSix.comand to race such a British icon. It’s always difficult to find traction from a standing start on grass, but the Range Rover Sport made a great launch off the line. I was surprised by how bumpy the course was as I accelerated up to 130mph, and of course the other extreme challenge is to brake in time for the turn-around, but the car felt composed throughout the whole run.”, commented Mike Cross, Jaguar Land Rover’s Chief Vehicle Integrity Engineer.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9v81UlGGq4

Source: Land Rover

July 8, 2013

2014 Range Rover Sport – The Official Pace Car At PPIHC [VIDEO]

The exclusive 2014 Range Rover Sport is the official Pace Car for the 91st running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC). The race is familiar as the “Race To The Clouds” and it takes place annually at the Colorado Mountains in the USA. PPIHC is famous for the spectacular location which in addition has unforgiving nature with its 12.4-mile-long course lined by sheer drops down the mountainside.

This Land Rover model will be the course-opening car. To remind you, the vehicle achieved own record-setting run: a new best time up the hill for a standard SUV and additionally it broke the long standing record for any type of production-standard vehicle.

The 12.42-mile course goes up to 9 390 feet (2 860 m) and has 156 corners. The Rover Sport was able to conquer them in only 12 minutes and 35.61 seconds with an average speed and from a standing start of 59.17 mph (95.23 kph).

The new sport modification based on the highly-acclaimed Range Rover delivers the brands best-ever on-road dynamics combined with class-leading all-terrain capability. It now offers more assertive and muscular exterior as well as more luxurious interior which in addition feature the flexibility of an optional third row seating.

Moreover, for the construction of the 2014 Rover Sport has been utilized aluminium architecture thanks to which has been achieved a weight saving of more than 800 lbs. This SUV also exploits Land Rover’s breakthrough lightweight suspension design and innovative dynamic chassis technologies.

The record-breaking vehicle was equipped with 510 PS 5.0-litre supercharged petrol V8 engine. The only thing that differentiated it from a production-standard car was the fitment of a roll cage and harness seatbelts, which were additionally added in order to meet racing safety requirements. Behind the wheel of the 2014 Range Rover Sport was Paul Dallenbach.

The special Pace Car, however, will be driven by motorsports competitor and official Gay Smith, who was the 1974 Rookie of the Year on Pikes Peak and has served on the event’s Board of Directors for 20 years.

2013 PPIHC attracted 157 competitors, from which 70 are cars and 87 – motorcycles). The entry was headlined by World Rally Champion Sebastien Loeb. In addition, Land Rover released a new four-minute documentary film about the Range Rover Sport’s record run at Pikes Peak, which happened in June. You can of course view it below.

httpv://youtu.be/BaPiM_mish4

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Land Rover

July 1, 2013

Carisma Auto Design Enhances The Interior Of Land Rover Defender

We are all familiar that Land Rover Defender is one of the most iconic vehicles in the British automotive industry, thanks to its famous off-road capability. The specialists at Carisma Auto Design have have enhanced the interior of such Land Rover, adding unrivalled luxury including exotic leather and premium materials.

At the same time, the exterior design of the car wasn’t changed. The aim of this was to allow the driver and occupants to engage in outdoor activities while being in total discreet comfort.

To go further into details, this Defender’s interior is enhanced with a range of exotic leather, carpet and wood. The leather used by Carisma is carefully sourced from barbed-wire free environments. This ensures pristine hide and in addition it is complemented by a real wood veneers, which are hand-built and fitted to the car.

The interior of the luxury vehicle, being the ultimate outdoor one, also includes hand-crafted bespoke gun cabinet from the finest wood, including magnificent cut-glass crystal champagne flutes and tumblers complete with separate refrigeration facilities.

There were also a range of multimedia options added. For instance, there are featured on board Windows/Apple operating system (depending on choice), Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, audio equipment from Bang & Olufsen. They provide the ultimate travelling experience and make it even more special than one can imagine.

Alongside all these features there are also to be found in the interior solid crystal ash trays and champagne flutes, integrated premium pen sets with tailored housing, customised seat embroidery, 42” televisions and refrigeration units.

Source: Carisma Auto Design

June 27, 2013

Kahn Land Rover Chelsea Defender XS 110

Land Rover Defender is definitely an emblematic vehicle, which does not need any additional presentation in order to show its strong position in the automotive world. The same counts for the British company A.Kahn Design, which have one of the highest position is the world of tuning off vehicles.

Both facts contribute to the logical conclusion, that when a designer at such rang intends to involve in the improvement and modification of a vehicle such as the Defender, the result should be at least breath-taking. The evidence is here – the Kahn Land Rover Chelsea Defender XS 110.

Every component of the seven seater Chelsea Defender has been designed and engineered with intent. It represents a blend of refinement and unmatched all-terrain capability, which makes it even more distinctive and unique, and ready to tackle challenging and inhospitable terrain.

The exterior of the XS 10 has been enhanced via e new front grille with embossed Kahn branding and mesh, front bumper including bumper lighting, xenon crosshair headlights, bonnet vents with mesh, brake calipers finished in liquid red, front bumper sump guard, hardwearing mud flaps, exhaust shields, Kahn prototype taligate logo and wing badges.

Moreover, now this Land Rover runs on new set of wheels: the 1983 RS Defend ones which care in the shade of satin black. They come in size 8×18″ and are fitted with 265x65x18″ tyres. In addition, they feature Chelsea truck company spare wheel cover.

Next, the interior of the vehicle was also exquisitely refined. Inside one can see the justifiably famous Kahn “bespoke touch”. In this particular vehicle the front Sports GTB seats and the middle row seats are in quilted and perforated leather, while the centre glovebox comes in black leather and grey alcantara with red and silver stitching.

Moreover, the centre dashboard surround is now in piano black and one can also see the modified Kahn single spoke leather steering wheel, the centre dashboard wrapped in black leather and grey alcantara with red and silver stitch, the rear folding seats – in quilted and perforated leather, the rev counter facia – in red, the dashboard and instrument binnacle – in alcantara. Some of the highlights that add to the exclusive style of the interior are the hard wearing front and rear cabin floor mats, the Kahn fire extinguisher and the Churchill time clock facia insert in red and vented foot pedals in machined aluminium.

Source: A. Kahn Design

June 24, 2013

Stylish: Kahn Land Rover Discovery 3.0 TDV6 XS RS300

Land Rover Discovery has always been an important part of the stylish off-road vehicles, and has established a prominent place in its own market segment thus becoming an international success.

Now, the designers at A. Kahn Design are presenting to us a modified version of this iconic model, and consequently what we can expect is nothing less than luxury, style and class. The exterior of the vehicle is decided in voluptuous diamond pearl white and in addition the visual attributes of this Land Rover are further complemented by Kahn’s styling package.

To go further into details, the styling package for this particular vehicle comprises of RS front grille with 3D mesh, RS pair of vented front and rear air dams, door entry sill plates in stainless steel, exterior Kahn enamel tailgate logo, door entry sill plates in stainless steel, front wheel arch LED light strips, Kahn enamel wing shields, 9.5 x 22” RS600 wheels and privacy tinted glass.

Of course, being a true A. Kahn Design masterpiece, the Discovery didn’t go without various enhancements throughout the interior. It has been upholstered in an exceedingly fine material, which underwent rigorous process that accentuates the natural look and smoothness of quilted and perforated leather.

What is more, one can see inside a diamond quilted glove box with contrast stitching and four door armrest that again include stitching. Additional interior improvements include coloured rev counter dial, floor mats, time clock facia insert, vented foot pedals in machined aluminium and a red enamel Kahn keyring.

Source: A. Kahn Design

June 14, 2013

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Technical Specifications