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Each model I drove had 23-inch wheels, which produced some impact harshness, but they otherwise handled bumps and imperfections with excellent isolation. Steering, handling and ride quality are pleasant and befitting a six-figure luxury SUV. In the twin-turbo, keeping the revs higher mitigates that somewhat by keeping the smaller turbo spinning and minimizing the downshifting.

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Each has roughly a full second of hesitation under hard acceleration, requiring some timing on passing maneuvers. Not everything with either powertrain I tested is roses, however. Range Rover quotes a 0-60 mph time of as low as 4.4 seconds with the V-8, and while I didn’t measure it on public roads, that doesn’t feel inaccurate.Īll versions use an eight-speed automatic transmission that didn’t do anything notable, but it did shift smartly and stayed out of its own way during normal acceleration. The new twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V-8 is rated at 523 hp. A carryover from the previous generation, the turbocharged mild-hybrid six-cylinder engine makes 395 horsepower. There’s no avoiding the feeling that you’re pushing well over 5,000 pounds down the road, but having driven both the three-row, long-wheelbase SE with the six-cylinder engine and a standard-wheelbase First Edition with the new V-8, I never felt short on power to get where I was going, and surprisingly quickly at that. Related: Up Close With the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover: Quiet, Classy Interiorĭriving the Range Rover is a constantly contrasting experience, regardless of the wheelbase. We took to the roads of the Napa Valley to test the iconic luxury SUV’s enhancements claimed to make the driving experience as effortless as possible (per ’s ethics policy, we paid for our flights and lodging at the manufacturer-sponsored event). We finally got the chance to drive the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover after its impressive November 2021 debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Versus the competition: The Range Rover matches or surpasses the competition when it comes to interior opulence, and it has power to spare and surprising handling chops, but some buyers might find it lacking in more advanced technologies and third-row space. The verdict: The redesigned 2022 Range Rover, a staff favorite when it debuted at the 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show, uses its new architecture, technology and twin-turbocharged V-8 to hold onto its place among the cream of the luxury SUV crop. The 2023 Model Year F-PACE range includes R-Dynamic S, R-Dynamic SE, R-Dynamic HSE, R-Dynamic Black, 300 SPORT, 400 SPORT and SVR models.Īdam Hatton, exterior design director at Jaguar, said: 'Developing the new 300 SPORT and 400 SPORT models gave us the opportunity to subtly accentuate the F-PACE’s inherently assertive, purposeful design and deliver an even more confident on-road presence, while beautiful, rich materials – including meticulously-crafted veneers – make the interiors even more luxurious.2022 Land Rover Range Rover First Edition Standard Wheelbase | photo by Brian Normile The new duo are priced from £62,250 and £68,520.īosses claimed the F-PACE now offers 'more choice and technology than ever'. Last week, Jaguar Land Rover unveiled its new 300 SPORT and 400 SPORT Jaguar F-PACE models. Customers can choose from a range of drivetrains. The Range Rover Velar has claimed a succession of international awards, including the World Car Design of the Year title at the 2018 World Car Awards.

That means the car constantly monitors the road conditions and adjusts suspension responses accordingly. The new HST features electronic air suspension with adaptive dynamics for optimum comfort and control, JLR said. READ MORE: Jaguar Land Rover vehicles recalled in US - but UK vehicles not impacted According to Coventry Live, it also features a Black contrast roof and full exterior Black Pack.įinbar McFall, Land Rover brand director, said: 'The new Range Rover Velar HST offers a combination of carefully curated design enhancements and chassis features to add to its breadth of capability without compromising its trademark refinement and comfort.' The car giant unveiled new details and said a combination of design enhancements and chassis features were based on the existing R-Dynamic design. The new version follows in the wake of high spec models of the Range Rover Sport and Evoque.

Jaguar Land Rover has revealed its new high-performance Range Rover Velar.

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