Range Rover – Page 11 – Automobiles Review

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

Loder1899 Range Rover Evoque

Loder1899 has announced their latest project based on the stylish and sexy Range Rover Evoque. The Evoque could be described as a metrosexual: youthful, hetrosexual and urban with a refined sense of taste, but is it really tough enough?

To make it more aggressive, the tuners fitted the Evoque with a stainless steel front bumper guard – €399, rocker guards – €499 and PIAA lights – €538. There is also a 35mm increased ride height for €699 and a set of 18” alloy wheels wrapped in Mickey Thompson all-terrain ATZ tires – set starting from €2312.

Loder1899 also offers a performance package for the 2.2 liter SD4 diesel. The engine originally produces 220HP (160 kW) and 500Nm (369 lb-ft), but it can be boosted to 250HP (182 kW) and 580Nm (428 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph).

Source: Loder1899

July 24, 2013

Range Rover Sport RS300 Cosworth By Kahn Design

Kahn Range Rover Sport RS300 Cosworth comes to show exceptional quality and exquisite high-tech engineering next to a great level of glamour and luxury. This unique Range Rover is painted in the stunning Imperial blue color thus contributing to even more powerful stance of the vehicle.

The outstanding design language of A. Kahn Design is fully expressed in this project. The Range Rover Sport 3.0 SDV6 RS300 Cosworth imposes elegant curves and firm body elements as well as dynamic proportions.

In order to implement the lightweight design philosophy, the tuners have equipped the vehicle with a six piece wide arch body styling package. The latter comprises of a RS front grille with 3D mesh, extended front lower lip spoiler, lower bumper bar section in body colour, pair of bullet side vent inserts, front wheel arch LED light strips, lower front bumper lip extension.

In addition, the package also includes the Kahn branding visible on the bonnet and tailgate. This Range Rover Sport runs on RS black and blue stripe alloy wheels which are in sizes 9.5 x 22 and 10 x 22 at the front and rear respectively. Furthermore, what makes the car even more exclusive in terms of appearance are the Kahn enamel wing shields, painted floating roof and the privacy tinted glass.

Thanks to Cosworth, the engine of this emblematic model is enhanced via an engine upgrade. It consists of an arrangement of alterations to the ECU programming, ensuring a boost in power from 245 hp (180 kW) to 290 hp (213 kW). Of course, this results in a more intense driving experience and far greater performance of the car.

Inside the car has been also transformed in order to keep up with the astonishing new exterior look. Various comprehensive improvements to the interior have been made. For instance the front and rear seats with armrests were wrapped in quilted and perforated black leather. There are also present vented foot pedals in machined aluminum, leather binnacle (instrument surround) quilted, diamond quilted centre glove box and a colored rev counter and time clock.

Source: A. Kahn Design

July 19, 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

Mansory 2013 Range Rover Sport

Mansory has announced their latest project based on 2013 Range Rover Sport. The luxurious SUV gets both styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior boasts a full carbon fiber body kit including a new more aggressive front bumper spoiler with larger air intakes and built-in DRLs. There is also a new front hood (carbon fiber) with ventilation ducts, spoiler lip and a new radiator grille also from carbon fiber.

The SUV is widened by 60mm thanks to a pair of new side skirts and extended wheel arches. Other highlights include a carbon fiber rear spoiler with an integrated diffuser.

Mansory Range Rover Sport stands on diamond polished 22” alloy wheels fitted with 305/35 ZR22 VREDESTEIN ULTRAC VORTI tires.

The interior trim can be carbon, wood, piano lacquer, Alcantara or a combination between everything. There are also personalized floor mats, decorative stitching and full leather interiors.

Under the bonnet, the LR-SDV8 4.4 liter turbodiesel is boosted to 409HP (301 kW) and 770Nm (568 lb-ft) – an increase of 70HP and 70Nm.

Source: Mansory

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

2014 Range Rover Sport Sets Pikes Peak Hill Climb Record

2014 Range Rover Sport has just made its first record for a production-standard Sport Utility Vehicle and even more – it broke the long standing record for any kind of production-standard vehicle on the Pikes Pike International Hill Climb. The achievement was done at the annual competition known as ‘The Race To the Clouds’.

There the new Range Rover Sport managed to conquer the 12.42-mile course in only 12 minutes 35.61 seconds. The average speed it achieved on this track is 59.17 mph (95.23 km/h). The record was independently timed and sanctioned by Pikes Peak International Hill Climb organisers of the annual competition at the Colorado venue.

TO be more precise, the record was set by this Range Rover model which is equipped with the 510 hp 5.0-litre supercharged petrol V8 engine. The only thing that differentiated the vehicle from production specification was the fitment of a roll cage and harness seatbelts.

The SUV was driven by Paul Dallenbach who is already known as a Pikes Peak specialist and who has won his division at the Hill Climb six times and won the event outright three times.

The new Range Rover Sport was developed alongside the highly-acclaimed Range Rover with the aim to deliver brand’s best-ever on-road dynamics and all-terrain capability. The latest generation of this model has more assertive and muscular exterior as well as more luxurious interior. In addition, the 2014 specification provides by the option of occasional third row seating.

The lightweight suspension design and innovative dynamic chassis technologies are also included in the new Range Rover Sport. This serves in weight optimization and in fact saves mode than 420 kg of the total weight of the SUV.

Source: Land Rover

June 10, 2013

Kahn Range Rover Evoque RS250 In Striking Orkney Grey

Kahn Range Rover Evoque RS250 Orkney Grey definitely stands out in the crowd. With its performance-oriented design and special Orkney Grey paintwork, as well as the bespoke interior, it comes to show the meaning of the word masterpiece.

In order to keep the lightweight design philosophy, Kahn decided to equip this Range Rover model with front and rear bumper replacements with integrated vents, front bumper mesh in matt black and silver, front bumper centre section graphic and 3D mesh inserts (front), front grille with 3D mesh, side vent inserts in copper, door entry sill plates in stainless steel.

In addition, there were added LED daytime running lights in the front bumper vents as well as lower boot lid spoiler, floating roof stripe, privacy tinted glass, side sill trim in gloss black and brake calipers finished in Vesuvius orange which further maximize efficiency.

What grabs the attention immediately in this project is the exclusive Orkney Grey colour. It was composed of a particularly concentrated glistening effect. Other words, the structure of this paintwork features a layer of transparent and highly reflective particles, which highlight Evoque’s silhouette. The vehicle runs on Kahn 9.5 x 22” RS600 wheels which are finished in matt pearl grey and rounding off the design.

On the inside of the car, there can be seen only the finest materials used. The front and the rear seats for instance feature Alcantara and Vesuvius orange details. Next, a diamond gear selector, diamond quilted glove box with contrast stitching and four door armrests (diamond quilted) are also other accents here.

Moreover, the centre dashboard trim is now in Alcantara and also features contrast stitching. There are also to be seen dashboard stitching, vented foot pedals in aluminium, quilted and perforated dashboard, transmission tunnel in Alcantara with contrast stitching and floor mats.

Source: A. Kahn Design

May 30, 2013

Prior Design Range Rover Evoque PD650 Equipped With Widebody Aerodynamic-Kit

The tuners at Prior Design have just unveiled their latest project. This time under their attention is the exceptionally beautiful Range Rover Evoque in white exterior color. The vehicle’s stance is even more purposeful and impressive thanks to the new widebody aerodynamic kit it is equipped with.

All of the elements included in this transformation are made of a quality Dura-Flex FRP. The latter abbreviation stands for Fiber Reinforced Plastic and as we have seen so far it is extensively used by Prior Design. The reason for this is that this material is characterized by an excellent surface finish which delivers enough flexibility. In addition it also offers high stability.

Under the hood of this Range Rover hides the 2.2 TD4 litre diesel engine, which is capable of producing 150 horsepower (110 kW). The unit is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. But to go even further into details, the tuning brand have included in their PD650 Widebody Aerodynamic-Kit the following equipment: PD650 Front and Rear Add-On Spoilers, PD650 Front and Rear Widenings and PD650 Side Skirts.

Undoubtedly, the vehicle looks even more individual and will bring the attention immediately when seen.

Source: Prior Design

May 23, 2013

Hamann Pink Range Rover Sport

If you have always wanted a Pink Range Rover Sport, here is your chance. The tuning company Hamann has released more details about this striking… and strange project based on the latest Range Rover Sport.

The big pink SUV was introduced at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. It comes with a new front spoiler with built-in LED DRLs, a front hood and front wings from carbon fiber, widened panels for the rear wheel wings and door fixtures, and a pair of wide side skirts (+ 80mm).

At the rear, there is a revised rear spoiler which integrates the end pipes of the rear silencer. Other changes include an electronic lowering module which brings the Range Rover closer to the ground by 40mm

The Pink Range Rover Sport rolls 23” forged rims in Edition Race or Unique Forged style fitted with 305/30 R23 tires.

The interior comes with a new velour floor mats and new door sill trims featuring the tuner’s logo. Different upholstery options are available upon request as well as different materials such as Alcantara, leather, aluminum, carbon fiber and stainless steel.

Source: Hamann

May 22, 2013

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Technical Specifications