Jaguar Land Rover has literally pulled the covers off of the new, fifth-generation Range Rover at an exclusive reveal in Johannesburg, South Africa. The new Range Rover promises to be the pinnacle of luxury appointments for the brand with several engine options ranging from PHEV to twin-turbo V8 with a full-electric model marked for the coming years.
The Land Rover Range Rover has a legacy that dates back over 50-years starting with the launch of the first model in 1970. Since then, it has gone on to become the final say in luxury 4×4 appointments. Now in its fifth generation, the new Range Rover promises to dazzle with even more technology and innovation than ever before.
South African customers will have a selection from three powertrains, two trim levels in addition to the limited SV version and limited First Edition variants that will be offered during the first year of production. A raft of optional extras and packages help ensure that customers who order a Range Rover are able to craft something that is fitting of their needs and desires.
Design
The new Range Rover remains instantly identifiable be it from a three-quarter angle or in profile. The silhouette is the tried, tested and famous two-box design with tapered rear. Up front you get full LED headlight units while the rear sees a svelte redesign with large vertical LED elements and a blocky tailgate.
Large expanses of sheetmetal are punctuated by crisp waist lines, large fender vent and even larger wheels. The grille and lower airdam give an impression of width while the aforementioned fender detailing highlights the overall height and stature of the new Range Rover.
Engine options
South Africa will initially see three powertrain options. These consist of one turbodiesel, one petrol, and an extended range PHEV hybrid.
The D350 is powered by a 3.0-litre inline six turbodiesel unit that produces 257 kW with 700 Nm on hand. This model will do the 0 to 100 km in only 6.1-seconds.
In the P530, you will get the new twin-turbo, 4.4-litre petrol V8 the churns out a monsterous 390 kW with 750 Nm of torque. This model is equipped with launch control and will rocket to the ton in only 4.6-seconds while onto a limited top speed of 250 km/h.
The third and final option for South Africa at the moment is the extended range PHEV that employs a 3.0-litre straight-six turbo petrol engine and a 105 kW electric drive system. Combined, the total power output is a respectable 375 kW. The full-electric range of this hybrid model is rated at 113 km thanks to the 38.2 kWh battery pack, allowing speeds of up to 140 km/h in full EV mode.
It has been reported that a full-electric offering is expected as soon as 2024.
Equipment
Prospective customers can look forward to a full complement of technology, driver assistance system and vehicle control units. The new Range Rover features the latest Active Noise Cancellation technology to supplement the 1 600 w Meridian audio system that features no fewer than 35 speakers. It’s supported by the 13.1-inch PiviPro infotainmet system with Over-The-Air updates and its own dedicated power supply to ensure that you are connected the instant you enter the vehicle.
The Dynamic Response Pro air suspension system utilizes the latest in GPS-based eHorizon Navigation to read the road surface up ahead and prime the suspension for a seamless transition. This is augmented by the 5-link rear axle, a first for Land Rover, to help ensure unrivaled comfort no matter the conditions.
Pricing
The new Land Rover Range Rover starts from R2.86-million and we’re looking forward to the official launch in mid-2022.
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