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Kahn Design showcases new exclusive project

2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover The well-known Range Rover has been an emblem for styling for nearly 20 years. However, the team of Afzal Kahn believes that it can become even better. And now the well-known studio presents the 2018MY Land Rover Range Rover Sport 5.0 V8 Supercharged SVR Carbon Edition Pace Car.

The lucky unit has been given some neat exterior styling updates and of course, numerous carbon-fiber replacements. There is an aggressive splitter that improves functionality, while maintaining the safety features of the original design at the same time. Sweet.

There have been installed wider wheel arches and front arches with integrated air dams in order to accommodate the range of the large wheels. Also, for the exterior styling, there was a rear deck lid spoiler included, roof wing and custom color detailing that enhances the overall premium and exclusive looks of the machine.

In terms of interior, Project Kahn has included neat sporty seats with exclusive upholstery and quilted leather. Sweet. There are also numerous components that contribute to the bespoke design and at the same time remain fashionable and unique. Sweet. Also, the design team offers custom tailoring and color scheme for all these who would like to express their personality within the vehicle.

Source: Kahn Design

May 3, 2018

Kahn Design showcases its latest pace car. Details here!

2018 Kahn Design Range Rover 4.4 Autobiography Pace Car Kahn Design team showcases its latest project: Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography Pace Car that embodies sexy outfit and agile drivetrain system. Featuring wider wheel arches, new front bumper and upper roof wing, the machine is definitely more muscular and massive. And given that it comes with revised rear bumpers, created from carbon-fiber and large wheels, the look of a menacing beast is complete. Oh, we forgot to mention the satin black crosshair exhaust outlets.

2018 Kahn Design Range Rover 4.4 Autobiography Pace Car

The cabin features Herringbone styling concept and comes with changed front and rear seats and tons of changed features. To mention just a few, there are door tops, arm rests, central console and steering wheel changes that do contribute to luxurious feel and ambience. There are also stainless steel door entry sill plates and aluminum foot pedals that definitely add even more premium feel for driver and passengers.

It is always good to see such vehicles roll out of tuning studios. They not only contribute to the world of motorsport, but also showcase how dedication and hard work can change the world. And surely Kahn team has done something extraordinary – yet one more time. 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography Pace Car is already available for ordering and can be further personalized with features that would soon be announced.

2018 Kahn Design Range Rover 4.4 Autobiography Pace Car

Stick with us for further information!

Source: Kahn Design

April 2, 2018

2018 Pace Car by Kahn Design: The One We Wanted To See

2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover Sport Autobiography Dynamic Pace Car Project Kahn proudly reveals its latest revised vehicle: Black over Red Range Rover Sport Autobiography Dynamic Pace car. Personally designed by Afzal Kahn, the fashionable SUV catches the eye with tons of fresh new features.

The first thing that makes this model stand out from the original design is the extension on the front and rear wheel aches. This approach not only gives the Range Rover more muscular and confident stance, but also contributes to more road stability and driving comfort. Also, themodel features new bumper, floating front grille with neat 3D mesh inserts and its original fog lights.

2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover Sport Autobiography Dynamic Pace Car

The inside has also received some attention. The whole cabin is dominated by black quilted and perforated Herringbone leather. In fact, all door tops, armrests, central console, instrument panel and the steering wheel have been re-trimmed to match each other, while the stainless steel inserts and aluminum pedals add to that aggressive and muscular feeling.

When you think about it, this project has managed to maintain all the cool features of the original Range Rover and just add a kick to its already astonishing presence. And given that Kahn designers have tweaked the components, it is of no doubt that everything is of high quality, premium feel and just on the right place.

2018 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover Sport Autobiography Dynamic Pace Car

Source: Kahn Desgin

February 12, 2018

A Pace Car by Kahn Design? Yes, Please!

2017 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Vogue SE Pace Car And here we go again: Kahn Design team showcases one more gem: Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Vogue SE Pace Car. The upgrade process was personally guided by Afzal Kahn himself and we must say that the final result is pretty astonishing! This vehicle is beautiful, elegant and is clearly a honorable member of the Kahn Design family.

Notable features

2017 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Vogue SE Pace Car

What makes this project stand out from the crowd is the addition of a special Rolls Royce Black Kirsch over Madeira Red color. Furthermore, there are numerous carbon-fiber inserts that contribute to the overall muscular and sporty stance. In fact, we do like the bumpers: they are still incorporating the original fog lights, but Kahn Design team has tweaked them a bit and now they feature 3D mesh inserts and do look a bit wider, compared with the originals. There is also a new front grille with floating insert, extended boot lid spoiler and super cool wheels.

In fact, the exterior concept is heavily dependent on the wheels alone: these are super-stylish Diamond Cut on Shadow Chrome 10×23-inch forged RS650 wheels, wrapped by 305x30x230-inch tires. And they do make a huge difference. First of all, they look premium and of course, express neat hi-class styling the perfectly matches the overall premium expression of the Range Rover vehicle.

Interior styling

2017 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Vogue SE Pace Car

As any other Kahn Design product, the Vogue SE Pace Car showcases a rather sophisticated and elegant cabin design. First of all, the door tops, door arm rests, central console, the instrumental binnacle and the steering wheel are covered in special upholstery with fresh color scheme. There are also stainless steel door sill plates, aluminum foot pedals and fresh new floor mats. Nice!

What we like the most about this project is that the design team did not try to change the authentic nature of the Range Rover. Just the opposite: Afzal Kahn and his fellow professionals have enhanced the beautiful character of the machine. And as always, they have made it in such a way that we doubt that there would be a single person who would not appreciate the fine styling language.

2017 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Vogue SE Pace Car

Source: Kahn Design

July 17, 2017

Kahn Design continues to impress with of story of black! Check this beast out!

2017 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TDV6 Vogue - Huntsman Colours Edition Kahn Design team showcases its last project: a heavily revised Range Rover that has undergone some comprehensive and super high-quality tuning program. As you might have expected from Kahn Design team, this Santorini Black gem deserves applause. Here’s why!

Exterior tuning

2017 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TDV6 Vogue - Huntsman Colours Edition

This lucky Range Rover was granted with new 600LE front and rear bumpers that not only contribute to an overall sexy and muscular expression, but also underline the original Range Rover design concept. We should say that Land Rover team knows how it’s done on the first place.

Further additions include a double-vented front grille, large 9.5×22-inch RS600 wheels and neat stainless steel quad cross-hair exhaust system with numerous aluminum inserts, exclusively created by Kahn design for this one project. Neat!

Overall, the exterior catches the eye with this all-black body finish. The metallic paint is not accented in any kind by any other colors or finishes, except the Silver Platinum wheels. Frankly said, we do like this straightforward one-tone body cover – it heavily contributes to the overall muscular and super-luxurious appearance. And the best part? Well, in our opinion, this is the fact that Kahn Design crew did not try to hide the original expression of the vehicle: every single original detail, curve and line is still present, just a bit enhanced.

Interior styling

2017 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TDV6 Vogue - Huntsman Colours Edition

Now we are talking! Usually Land Rover machines deliver hi-end cabin styling, but we must admit that Kahn Design have placed their trademark in this one in such a way that even the original design cannot match tuner’s incredible vision and performance.

There are numerous stainless steel inserts, incredible new seats, covered in black leather and showcasing unique trimming. The main thing that makes this cabin unique is that Kahn Design has removed everything that is needless. Driven by the motto “perfection is not achieved by having nothing more to add, but having nothing more to remove”, the team presents us clean, stylish and functional interior.

Needless to say, it is dominated by the color black and offers numerous exclusive goodies: aluminum pedals, numerous Kahn Design badges and a choice of individual painting for certain details. Neat!

2017 Kahn Design Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TDV6 Vogue - Huntsman Colours Edition

Source: Kahn Design

June 23, 2017

A personal Autobiography by Kahn Design. Masterfully executed!

2017 Kahn Design Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography Kahn Design team showcases a rather sexy vehicle: Kahn Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography LWB LE. As you know, this is a luxurious SUV that has caught the eyes of both enthusiasts and sceptics, but as it seems, Kahn Design team was not that impressed and decided to have a tweak here and there.

The final result? Pure eye-candy in black. The project is led personally by Afzal Kahn himself and as always, we see a rather stunning final result: precision-designed carbon-fiber components, all along with Luxury Edition bumpers, blended with exclusive fog lights and 3-D mesh inserts that do make the difference.

2017 Kahn Design Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography

You might ask what exactly has impressed us? Well, the masterfully executed simplicity and elegance. Here, we said it! As it seems, we are part of these who find “less is more” motto quite attractive.

Further enhancements include large 9.5×22 lightweight wheels, new brake calipers and stainless steel quad cross-hair exhaust system. All these additions contribute to the neat elegance, but also add a bit of sporty and aggressive kick. And in case that there are still people who are not satisfied, Kahn Design also offers exclusive and yet optional Silver Platinum wheels with special 285/35/22-inch tires. Sweet, isn’t it?

2017 Kahn Design Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography

Of course, there are numerous tweaks and changes within the cabin. In fact, the refreshed interior styling is rather fascinating! We see exclusive leather styling cover in black and grey for the seats, new upholstery for many indoor components: door tops, arm rests, central console and more. And the best of all? In our opinion these are the aluminum foot pedals and the stainless steel door entry sill plates.

2017 Kahn Design Range Rover 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography

So, do you like it? We think we are in love!

Source: Kahn Design

April 3, 2017

Above and Beyond: Vilner’s unique 20th Anniversary project is finished. And it simply stunning.

2016 Vilner 20th Anniversary Land Rover Range Rover As we have told you, our friends from Vilner have prepared something special about brand’s 20^th anniversary. After they successfully hyped us with some teaser pictures, now they reveal us the final product: a fully revised and masterfully upgraded 2009 LR Range Rover Sport. As we have told you, this vehicle has a rather interesting story: It was originally given to the winner of “Britain’s Got Talent”, who a bit later sold the car to a new owner, who decided to tweak it a bit and gave it to the best out there: the tuners at Vilner.

The key word in this project is Alcantara. Being more precise, designers have used a special hand technique to achieve a certain feeling of comfort and luxury. Also, this is the first time that Vilner have used this kind of technique. It adds this sweet 3D presence, but at the same time does not insist on being too luxurious or being “too much”.

2016 Vilner 20th Anniversary Land Rover Range Rover

In fact, the team has managed to achieve the perfect balance: the team has applied the Alcantara on certain key places in the cabin: air vents, central console, doors, sun visiors and more. The rest of the interior detailing is covered in soft white and brown leather, stitched with the opposite color threads. Sweet.

Also, there are many authentic Vilner stamps that are present only on brand’s most exclusive and special projects. Along them there is also special black Alcantara that has been used on some of the plastic components. It is present on the central mirror housing, steering column and the dashboard sides.

2016 Vilner 20th Anniversary Land Rover Range Rover

In terms of exterior styling we should mention that Barugzai’s exclusive body kit has been kept intact. What Vilner team has changed, though, are the rims: the vehicle is now geared with 22-inch Gun Meal Grey Matte sweeties.

And last, but not least, Vilner has added and a special 20^th Anniversary present: a bag. Brown seat belt strap, carbon fiber buckle and thinned Alcantara. Along with special metal stamp that ensures the exclusivity and uniqueness of the project itself.

Stunning. Simply stunning.

Source: Vilner Bulgaria

October 20, 2016

HAMANN launching beautiful Evoque Convertible tuning pack

Tuners customizes thoroughly the challenging SUV

Range Rover Evoque Convertible was initially rather a suspicious project. However, the SUV looks strangely charming and waves at those of you who are not afraid to express their individuality. HAMANN Motorsport has actually worked on this arty vehicle and has recently released a refinement package worth ones attention. The result, the Evoque Convertible becomes immediate eye-catcher.

Being the world’s first open SUV, this is kind of tempting project to work on. The refinement pack made by the tuner enhances the stylish character of the vehicle and makes it even more inviting. Basically, it comprises of brand-new aerodynamics components, which also offers wide body option, high-quality wheel/tyre combinations, fine accessories, and power enhancement.

HAMANN’s alternative to the standard versions is least to say attractive. Replacing the good by the better, the experts added new front skirt for the Evoque Convertible, two-part grille, new and more sophisticated air intakes on both sides, and fibre-optic daytime running lights. At the rear, there is an entirely new rear skirt that features black or silver anodized HAMANN tailpieces of the sports exhaust system.

HAMANN Range Rover Evoque Convertible side view

The engine tuning supports the strong appearance. With the help of an ignition map optimization, the ED4 diesel receives considerable extra power: precisely, it jumps from 150 hp to 181 hp (110 kW to 135 kW), while the torque – from 380 Nm to 460 Nm. After the uprating, the Si4 petrol engine boasts a power advancement of 20 hp, making it to a total of 260 hp (177 kW to 191 kW) and 480 Nm instead of 420 Nm.

Well, that’s kind of nice conversion of Evoque’s little brother, isn’t it? Below, you can watch a video with the HAMANN’s project, and see for yourself how perfectly it fits on the road.

Source: HAMANN

August 30, 2016

2017 Range Rover Sport comes with a promise for flexibility and quality

Enhanced drivetrain system with neat design tweaks

Land Rover reveals its most efficient Range Rover Sport vehicle, produced so far. 2017 Range Rover comes with revised Ingenium engine, tweaked infotainment system and new semi-autonomous driving technologies. Sweet. But let’s see more in details, shall we?

For 2017 Model Year, Range Rover Sport will show-off with new 2.0-liter four-cylinder Ingenium diesel power unit, created at Jaguar Land Rover’s plant in Wolverhampton. Also available for Discovery Sport and Evoque models, this new piece of technology will try to beat its predecessors with improved efficiency, quality and of course, improved acceleration rates.

Buyers will also be pleased to know that Land Rover also offers and a more powerful 3.0-liter V6 supercharged petrol unit with some more sporty characteristics: some of the most important are 340hp (253kW) and 450Nm of torque. Cool.

Good thing to hear is that Land Rover also introduces new system, along with the engines. After all, why do we need a single power unit, when it is not combined with adequate safety and control functions?

Engineering team proudly introduces Advanced Tow Assist, Blind Spot Assist and Intelligent Speed Limiter systems that work in ideal harmony with rest of the drivetrain components for enhanced levels of comfort and safety. Honestly, we are not sure about how much these additions were needed, but they are already present, so it is a good idea to check them out.

The semi-autonomous additions in details

2017 Land Rover Range Rover Spoert

The first one, the Advanced Tow Assist technology is the first-in-class system that utilizes an already existing cameras and central touchscreen multimedia that together allow the driver to indicate the planned direction and then let the vehicle autonomously steer and drive accordingly. Cool.

The second addition, the Low Traction Launch, aids the driver in any kind of tricky road situations as driving in mud, wet roads or even ice. Once it is engaged, the Low Traction Launch controls the amount of torque the driver applies, when pressing the accelerator. Land Rover team claims that this is the way to add just enough power and flexibility to exit every tricky situation with optimal confidence and fuel efficiency. The question remains: was this technology really a must, or did engineers have way too much free time?

2017 Land Rover Range Rover Spoert

Also new for the upcoming 2017 Model Year is the All-Terrain Information Centre, accessible via the main touch screen. Its main purpose is to show some vital information about road conditions, vehicle health and drivetrain function analysis. Along with it the engineering team adds comprehensive safety suite: there are Front & Rear Park Distance Control, Cruise Control, Speed Limiter and Lane Departure Warning. Sweet. Oh, yeah. I almost forgot. Exclusively for 2017 model there is also Autonomous Emergency Braking.

Exterior tweaks

Of course, there are some changes here and there to mark the general changes in the drivetrain and safety systems. A new Bright Pack is optionally available and adds vivid finish, Atlas Silver front grille mesh and Atlas Silver bonnet mesh. Also, there are a total of 19 new premium colors and different sets of wheels and additions.

Source: Land Rover

August 17, 2016

The most powerful Range Rover is here. Meet the 550HP potent SVAutobiography Dynamic [w/video]

Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic is the latest addition to the 2017 Model Year lineup

This is the most powerful Range Rover up to date, which has just joined the 2017 lineup. For those impatient and interested to see and drive the model, the sales will start during the last quarter of this year. But before you head for the stores, there are some important details that will fire-up your excitement even more.

The first thing we have to mention is the additional engine, which the model gets. Besides the standard 550HP V8 supercharged unit, the SVAutobiography Dynamic is now optional with Jaguar Land Rover’s 3.0 litre V6 supercharged petrol engine.

If you go for the first one, then your SVAutobiography Dynamic will be the most powerful Range Rover on the road. The V8 not only produces 550HP, but is also capable of 680 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a ZF’s eight-speed automatic transmission, thus ensuring it is possible for the SUV to make it from 0 to 60mph in just 5.1 seconds. The top speed is 140mph. The additional engine, the V6, pumps out 340 PS and 450 Nm of torque, helping the vehicle produce a 0-60 time of 7.1s.

Many new technologies aid the performance of this Range Rover, too. To name a few, some of the standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) include the Rear Park Distance Control, Cruise Control and Speed Limiter, Lane Departure Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB).

2017 Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic side view

A cool option however, is the ‘Drive Pack’. Besides the existing features like the Blind Spot Monitor, it also adds technology such as the Intelligent Speed Limiter. The latter utilizes Traffic Sign Recognition hardware, which automatically adjusts the vehicle speed. Another option is the ‘Drive Pro Pack’, which adds Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue Assist and Intelligent Emergency Braking.

Advanced Tow Assist and Low Traction Launch are also new features which will take any anxiety out of the difficult task when towing a trailer. More importantly, Jaguar Land Rover is now introducing for its 2017 lineup the ‘InControl Touch Pro’ infotainment system with improved satellite navigation and larger 10-inch dual-view touchscreen display.

New exterior colors will freshen up the 2017 Model Year Range Rover. With the help of Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations division, the most popular SUV is now getting an addition of 19 new metallic and pearlescent shades, which are also available in gloss or satin matte finishes.

Well, besides what’s new the SVAutobiography Dynamic, will make you stand out on the road. It shows-off with these unique exterior features: side vents, bonnet finisher, grille, front bumper accents, ‘Range Rover’ script and tailgate finisher. Not forgetting to mention that the SUV is running on a 21 or 22-inch alloys, which can be chosen in one of three finishes. Behind them sit the eye-catching red brake calipers and Brembo brakes.

2017 Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic interior

The luxurious interior, which the future owner will enjoy, includes diamond quilted leather seats with contrast stitching, offset by Grand Black veneer front fascia and door casings, rotary shift controller, start stop button and pedals with knurled finish.

So, to sum up, 2017 Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic has received a range of advanced semi-autonomous driving technologies, luxurious materials inside and out, and being powered by a potent V8 engine makes it the most powerful and dynamic production Range Rover to date. At last, by the end of this year, those of you living in the UK will have the opportunity of buying the SUV with prices starting from £76,350 for the TDV6 Vogue, while the SVAutobiography Dynamic will be priced at £132,800.

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Source: Land Rover

August 10, 2016

Carbon Motors magically transforms the interior of the iconic Range Rover

Carbon Motors Range Rover Onyx Concept has the most exquisite interior so far

Carbon Motors are one of our favorite tuners to write about. Not only because they create exclusive one-off projects, but also because they are so diligent in their work, that we can not but only support them with all means. Their latest project involves a Range Rover, which has been already updated on the outside with a unique body kit, delivered by the UK specialists at ONYX.

By the way, the Range Rover, introduced in the 1970s, was named at the Musée du Louvre in Paris “an exemplary work of industrial design” and we can not argue with that. The vehicle has proven quickly that it is literally the ultimate machine for on-road aristocracy.

Returning to the current topic, the here presented project is actually a masterful work of art when it comes to its interior. The designers and tuners at Carbon Motors made the cabin look contemporary, but still manage to keep the classiness of its shapes and forms.

Carbon Motors Range Rover Onyx Concept interior

Initially, they have made a custom design sketch (the last picture in the gallery), showing an entirely transformed look of the cabin. As a result, the interior is now a combination of special and expensive materials applied with a lot of craftsmanship.

To get into details, the seats are covered with bi-color leather in teak brown and black, contrasted by decorative brown stitching. In addition, the headliner and pillars come in black Alcantara and feature the same decorative stitching. To underlining the strong character of the Range Rover, Carbon Motors decided to coat all trim elements inside with carbon fiber and varnish with scratch resistant cover. Note that even the cup holder has been carbon-fiber coated.

Source: Carbon Motors

August 8, 2016

Kahn transforms Range Rover Evoque to unparalleled levels

Project Kahn Evoque mixes dynamism and luxury

We have not one, but two important news to announce about our favorite British tuner Kahn Group. Almost every Friday the designers release a brand new project, and today is no exception. We have received the first pictures of the breath-taking Project Kahn Range Rover Evoque Dynamic Luxury Edition, which has been styled in the ways and manners of Afzal Kahn. In other words, it looks amazing and those who will be sitting inside will enjoy wide range of luxury.

Dressed in Santorini Black Metallic livery and fitted with various add-ons, the vehicles looks dramatic and powerful on the road. But besides the exterior paint scheme, there are other reasons for that. Take for instance the stunning front bumper with integrated vents or the LED daytime running lights and 3D mesh inserts that adorn the front.

As for the rear part of the Evoque, there is a rear bumper replacement as well as rear diffuser, lower boot lid spoiler and a sump guard in matt black. Not forgetting the central twin cross-hair exhaust system and the 25mm sports lowered suspension, which give the vehicle a more menacing and tough stance. We can not skip the set of 22-inch RS wheels, nor the colored brake callipers.

Kahn Range Rover Evoque Dynamic Luxury Edition interior

On the inside, the new upholstery is Black Herringbone leather but there are details in Alcantara. The dark theme is contrasted by stitching and additional offset is made by the Piano Black gear selector surround, aluminium vented foot pedals and stainless steel door entry sill plates.

Going to the next news, we have received the information that Kahn Group is starting partnership with Millennium Automotive Group. The latter is appointed as the sole Kahn distributor for Sri Lanka, so have that in mind if you are somewhere in the vicinity and are kind of impatient of buying Kahn vehicle.

Dubbed as Kahn Design Sri Lanka, this appointment will actually feature the entire range of products offered by the tuning masters at Kahn Group, including our favorite Chelsea Truck Company, Kahn Design and Project Kahn.

As for the Range Rover Evoque that we have just covered, if you find it interesting enough it could be yours for as low as £56,999.

Source: Kahn Design

July 1, 2016

Tag: Range Rover

Notable features

Interior styling

Exterior tuning

Interior styling

Tuners customizes thoroughly the challenging SUV

Enhanced drivetrain system with neat design tweaks

The semi-autonomous additions in details

Exterior tweaks

Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic is the latest addition to the 2017 Model Year lineup

Carbon Motors Range Rover Onyx Concept has the most exquisite interior so far

Project Kahn Evoque mixes dynamism and luxury