The British automaker Land Rover has finally lifted the curtain on the all-new fourth-generation of the Range Rover. The revamped luxury SUV is lighter, bigger and more luxurious than the model it replaces. Without any doubt, the most significant change has to do with the all-aluminum monocoque body which is 39% lighter compared to the traditional steel body of the third-gen model. Aside from this, the front and rear chassis architecture is also made from aluminum. Thanks to the use of these materials, the Range Rover is up to 420 kg (926 lbs) lighter than the outgoing model, depending on the version. Another important change is related to the completely reworked four-corner air suspension that should provide a much nicer driving experience.

The 2013 Range Rover also benefits from the second generation of the Terrain Response system developed by Land Rover which is capable of analyzing the driving conditions and based on that it automatically chooses the most suitable settings for that terrain. We should also mention that the wheelbase is now longer, while the rear legroom has improved by an impressive 4.6 inches (118 mm). A novelty for the British SUV would have to be the two-seat Executive Class seating configuration which extends the center console all the way to the back.

2013 Range Rover

The version that will be sold in Europe is going to be available with a choice of three engines, an updated V8 supercharged unit, along with the 3.0-liter TDV6 and the larger 4.4-liter TDV8 power unit. For now we know that the U.S. model will be offered with a naturally-aspirated V8 5.0-liter engine. All these engines are linked to an 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox, so there aren’t any manual transmissions offered.

2013 Range Rover

The release date of the 2013 Range Rover is December for North America and early next year for the rest of the world. The vehicle will be available for order starting with this September. More info about the SUV, along with pricing details, will be announced at the upcoming Paris Motor Show next month.

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UK carmaker Land Rover has unveiled the refreshed Freelander after the 2010 facelift. It features xenon LED headlights and taillights, while the front lamps now have a different graphic. LR used a bright chrome trim for decorating the fog lights and the front grille, while for the new model year customers are able to order the updated Freelander with one of the three new colors: Aintree Green, Mauritius Blue and Havana. Inside the cabin it comes with an entirely new center console that replaces the numerous buttons found on the outgoing model. The manual handbrake has also been removed and replaced with the electronic parking brake, while the previous Terrain Response dial is gone in favor for buttons found behind the gearlever.

The Land Rover Freelander also gains new technologies in the form of keyless start, a voice activation system (called “Say What You See”) and a rear-view camera. The Meridian sound system found at first only on the Evoque is now available in two configurations: 380W 11-speakers and 825W 17-speakers. The standard Freelander comes equipped with an 80W 8-speaker audio system.

2013 Land Rover Freelander

The entry-level S model comes with cloth seats, followed by GS with full leather upholstery and the XS which is equipped with the 380W Meridian sound system we’ve mentioned. Also available is the Dynamic model that has a different body kit, new 10-spoke 19-inch alloy wheels and three interior colors to choose from.

2013 Land Rover Freelander

Land Rover hasn’t made any changes to the engine lineup so the Freelander is offered with the same three 4-cylinder 2.2-liter turbodiesels: TD4 (148 hp), SD4 (187 hp) and the manual 2WD only eD4 (148 hp). The most frugal engine is the eD4 which returns 47.1 mpg UK and has CO2 emissions of only 158 g/km.

2013 Land Rover Freelander

LR did not reveal the full pricing information, but the base model has a starting price of 23,700 pounds, making it 1,000 pricier than the outgoing model. The updated Freelander is scheduled to hit the UK market this October.

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One of the very few cars in the world available right now that has managed to remain a true classic and stick to its roots is the legendary Defender. Land Rover has announced this week the refresh of this model for 2013 which brings Havana and Barolo Black paint finishes for the exterior, along with three additional options. The British automaker mentioned in the press release that the Firenze Red color can be ordered in combination with the Santorini Black roof and the Baltic Blue with the Indus Silver. Also a novelty for the 2013 Defender would have to be the body-hugging seat design which is wrapped partially in leather. It has the company’s logo on the backrest and it is available not only for the driver, but also for the front passenger.

There’s also a third new option introduced with the 2013 model in the form of an upgrade for the vehicle’s sound system that brings an Alpine 150W low-profile subwoofer with 10cm coaxial speakers, as well as support for Bluetooth.

2013 Land Rover Defender

As far as motivation is concerned, the 2013 Defender will be offered with the same turbocharged 2.2-liter diesel engine that produces 120 HP (122 PS) which enables the vehicle to perform the 0-62 mph sprint in 14.7 seconds and a maximum speed of 90 mph, exactly the same numbers as the outgoing model. LR says that the Defender 90 has CO2 emissions of 266 g/km on the combined cycle, while the Defender 110 and 130 emit 295 g/km.

2013 Land Rover Defender

The car is scheduled to go on sale this month and in the local UK market it has a starting price of 22,350 pounds.

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You are looking at an off-road racer version of the Range Rover Evoque that was created in order to participate in the 2013 FIA Off Road Rally Championship as well as in the 2014 edition of the famous Dakar Rally. Although it is based on the Evoque, various modifications had to be made so that the vehicle would be eligible to participate in various rallying competitions from all over the world. This car belongs to RaBe Race Cars and comes with a huge fuel tank with a capacity of 68.8 gallons (260 liters) that should be enough for a maximum driving range of 746 miles (1200 km).

At the heart of the vehicle is BMW-sourced inline-six turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel engine that generates 271 hp and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque, but with any restrictions it can pump out no less than 345 hp. The engine is linked to a six-speed sequential transmission that drives all the wheels of this 4,189 pounds (1,900 kg) racer. Other modifications include a specially designed chassis manufactured from T45 tubes and bespoke wheels.

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Land Rover has prepared a limited edition of the Freelander 2. It’s called Black & White and only 600 units will be built. It has a starting price of 22,495 GBP which makes it 1,205 GBP more affordable than the model this limited edition is based on. Underneath its skin is the entry-level S model that in its standard configuration comes with an 8-speaker sound system, start button and DAB.

This special model adds to that list a gloss black front grille, door handles and side vents, as well as LED daytime running lights. It sits on a new set of 17-inch alloy wheels and has been equipped with a privacy glass.

As its name suggest, Land Rover will be selling this special edition in either a Santorini Black or a Fuji White hue. On the inside it gets Bluetooth and a black leather trim as standard equipment. It will be sold in two variants, starting with the cheaper FWD 2.2-liter eD4 diesel version that provides 148 hp and comes connected to a 6-speed manual that enables it to return 47.1 mpg UK and have CO2 emissions of 158 g/km.

The same engine goes under the hood of the pricier four-wheel drive TD4 model that can be had with an automatic transmission but with the manual it’s a bit more economical, returning 45.6 mpg UK and with CO2 emissions of 165 g/km. As standard, all variants get the stop/start system.

The Land Rover Freelander 2 Black & White limited edition is already available on order.

Source: Auto Express

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Land Rover has prepared a special edition of the posh Evoque which comes with a striking yellow paint scheme. Priced from approximately 44,000 pounds, the Sicilian Yellow version of the Evoque will go on sale in May in the United Kingdom and will be offered in both 3- and 5-door versions, with all of them being based on the Dynamic trim level.

The car is being exhibited this week at the Brussels Motor Show where you can see it with its yellow paint on the body and Santorini Black for the roof. Land Rover mentioned that the Evoque can also get a black body with a yellow roof.

This interesting yellow and black color combination is carried on into the interior cabin where there’s a yellow contrasting stitching on the door trims, seats, central storage area and the central fascia. The car also comes with Evoque’s first Black Design pack that will be offered starting with this April for the Dynamics trim level.

This new package brings bespoke 20-inch gloss black forged alloys, clear rear lamps and darkened front headlights and fog lights. Other than that, it adopts a black “Range Rover” lettering for the Black Pack, while the exhaust tips and the painted sections of both front and rear bumpers feature a Santorini Black look.

Source: Land Rover via Autocar

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The new generation of the Range Rover has received an aftermarket package from the tuners at StarTech. The vehicle will be unveiled next week at the Geneva Motor Show where the tuner will showcase the SUV’s new front fascia which has a built-in spoiler, LED fog lights and LED daytime running lights. At the back the bumper has been restyled and now boasts a sporty diffuser which will not interfere with the trailer hitch. Other goodies available for the vehicle include a suspension lowering module reducing ride height by up to 20mm, a stainless steel sport exhaust system and a rich variety of 22-inch alloy wheels available in various colors and styles.

Moving on the inside, the 2013 Range Rover by StarTech comes with seats wrapped around in Alcantara and leather, carbon fiber and exotic wood trims, plus a yachting-like load floor. We should also mention the availability of illuminated scuff plates, aluminum pedals, carbon fiber or leather tops, as well as electrically folding rear tables.

There’s also an SD 30S package which increase the output of the 3.0-liter LR-TDV6 diesel by 42 HP and 85 Nm to a total of 300 HP and 685 Nm. Thanks to the additional power, the 2013 Range Rover can reach 62 mph (100 km/h) in 7.3 seconds en route to a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h).

Source: StarTech

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What we have here in these two photos is the new generation of the Range Rover Sport which Land Rover will introduce towards the end of the month at the 2013 New York Auto Show. Looking basically like a bigger Evoque, the new Range Rover Sport comes with a considerably aggressive front fascia featuring slender headlights, a prominent front grille, as well as a sporty lower intake.

We also notice ventilated front fenders, a clamshell hood, a tailgate-mounted spoiler, a dual exhaust setup and black plastic cladding to make the car look more rugged.

There aren’t any details about the engine lineup but it’s safe to say it will borrow the power units from the 2013 Range Rover, which means we should expect a V6 3.0-liter supercharged with 340 hp (253 kW) and a more powerful V8 5.0-liter supercharged pumping out 510 hp (380 kW). Diesel choices will include a V6 3.0-liter with 225 hp (190 kW) and a V8 4.4-liter capable of outputting 335 hp (250 kW).

Full official and confirmed details will be available when the car makes its debut at the New York Auto Show. Stay tuned.

Source: Autoblog

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Last year Land Rover introduced the new generation of the Range Rover and now time has come to present the revamped Sport variant which some say looks like a bigger Evoque. It will hit dealerships sometime this September and is considered by the British automaker as the “fastest, most agile and most responsive” model that they have ever produced. If we were to compare it with the outgoing Range Rover Sport, the new variant is 62 mm longer, while at the same time being 149 mm longer than its bigger brother, the regular Range Rover. Its wheelbase has been elongated by 178mm which has enabled Land Rover to offer a 5+2 seating layout.

Compared to its predecessor, the new model is no less than 1,102 lbs (500 kg) lighter if we compare the old V8-powered model to the new V6-engined variant. If we were to compare the V6 versions, the new generation has lost an impressive 925 lbs (420 kg) from its curb weight. Land Rover says the 2014 Range Rover Sport has a drag coefficient of 0.34 thanks to a near-flush glazing, smoother underfloor panel and the movable vanes built into the cooling system.

Upon launch, Land Rover will offer two power units which are equipped with stop/start system. The first one is a SDV6 3.0-liter diesel producing 288 bhp while the other is a beefier V8 5.0-liter supercharged unit pumping out 503 hp. In 2014 the car will be offered with a TDV6 diesel rated at 254 bhp, a SDV8 4.4-liter churning 334 hp and a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine as well which promises to provide just about the same performances as the old diesel V8.

Regardless of the chosen engine, those ponies are transferred to a permanent 4×4 system with the help of an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. Customers can order the 2014 Range Rover Sport with a single-speed transfer case that has a 42:58 percent torque distribution or they can get the car with a two-speed transfer case featuring low and high range, along with a 50:50 torque split.

The vehicle has been fitted with the company’s fifth generation of the air spring suspension that takes a lot of the components from the one fitted to the regular Range Rover. For the Sport variant it has been updated to allow better handling, whereas in the Range Rover is tweaked for a more luxurious feel.

As far as the interior cabin is concerned, it looks a lot like the one its bigger brother has, but with a 20mm lowered driving position, head-up display (optional) and a wide variety of colors, textures and themes. Since it’s longer than its predecessor, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that it offers 24mm more knee room.

Moving on to prices, the version equipped with a SDV6 engine starts from 59,995 pounds and goes all the way up to 74,995 pounds. Prices will go down to approximately 51,550 pounds in 2014 when the TDV6 will be offered. If you are willing to spend 81,550 pounds, you can get the flagship V8 5.0-liter Supercharged Autobiography model.

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The Range Rover by Hamann dubbed Mystere made its debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show back in March and now the tuner has disclosed more info about the pink SUV. The car has been equipped with a different front spoiler that houses LED daytime running lights, while the front wings and the bonnet are made from carbon fiber. It’s also considerably wider (by 80mm) than the standard model thanks to the new door fixtures, panels for the rear wheel wings and the beefier side skirts. At the back it has gained a custom spoiler with integrated end pipes of the rear silencer. It rides on 23-inch alloy wheels wrapped around in tires measuring 305/30/23.

Other modifications that we should mention include the electronic lowering module which brings the British SUV closer to the road by 40mm. Inside it gains new door sill trims, velour floor mats, as well as a wide variety of upholstery and material choices. Clients can opt for stainless steel, aluminum, carbon, leather and Alcantara applications.

Source: Hamann

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British automaker Land Rover will soon offer hybrid versions of the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. Both cars will be powered by the firm’s well-known SDV6 3.0-liter diesel which will work together with an electric motor and an 8-speed automatic transmission provided by ZF. The electric motor is capable of putting out 47 HP (35 kW) and an instant torque of 125 lb-ft (170 Nm), enabling both cars to provide a combined power output of 340 HP (250 kW) and 516 lb-ft (700 Nm). Both will return 36.7 mpg US (44.1 mpg UK or 6.4 liters / 100 km) with 169 g/km CO2 emissions.

Source: Land Rover

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You are looking at the mildly facelifted Land Rover Discovery which has received a minor nip and tuck to its front grille and bumper, along with redesigned headlights featuring built-in LED daytime running lights. There’s no more “Land Rover” badging on the bonnet as they’ve decided to opt for the “Discovery” lettering, while the alloy wheels have a fresh new design. Power comes from the familiar SDV6 3.0-liter engine churning 256 HP (188 kW) at 4,000 rpm and a peak torque of 442 lb-ft (600 Nm) reached at 2,000 rpm. The engine is mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox from ZF.

Source: Land Rover

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British marque Land Rover is showcasing the hybrid version of the Range Rover at this year’s edition of the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. Land Rover says the car represents the first diesel-electric hybrid SUV in the premium segment and will be a frugal vehicle despite having a curb weight of 5,229 lbs (2,372 kg). Fuel consumption stands at 6.4 liters / 100 km (44.1 mpg UK or 36.7 mpg US) thanks to a 3.0-ltier diesel SDV6 engine, an eight-speed automatic gearbox provided by ZF, along with an electric motor. Order books have already opened, with deliveries commencing early next year.

Source: Land Rover

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If you have recently purchased a Range Rover but you want to radically modify the car’s aesthetics, give Onyx Concept a call as they would be more than happy to give your British off-roader entirely new clothing that will look so different you won’t be able to remember how your car looked before the makeover. Jokes aside, the Range Rover by Onyx Concept is fitted with a full body carbon fiber kit and has a 27mm wider wheelbase compared to the standard model. In addition, the vehicle has been brought closer to the ground by 25mm which has improved its cornering stability.

In addition, the brains behind Onyx Concept have fiddled with the Range Rover’s well-known supercharged V8 5.0-liter engine and bumped its output by 115 HP which means the power unit is now capable of churning 625 HP.

Source: Onyx Concept

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The Range Rover has received a long wheelbase version called “L” which extends the overall length of the car from the standard 5 to 5.2 meters.

As a result of this stretch, the Range Rover L boasts an extra 140mm in rear legroom and enables rear seats to recline to 17 degrees, while the ones on the standard model recline only to 9 degrees.

Land Rover says the 2014 Range Rover L will be available as standard with a panoramic sunroof and powered side door blinds, while stowage room has also increased.

Customers will be able to opt for the L version if they choose the Vogue, Vogue SE, Autobiography or the newly introduced Autobiography Black which will serve from now on as the range-topping version. Sometime around 2014 the L derivative will also be available for the Hybrid model. The new flagship version will be offered with a choice of 21- or 22-inch exclusive seven-spoke rims that have an elegant high-gloss polished look.

Land Rover mentions deliveries of the 2014 Range Rover L will start in March.

Source: Land Rover

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Land Rover has revealed plans to establish a one-make rally series known as “Defender Challenge”. This competition will be operated by Bowler Motorsport and regulated by the Motor Sport Association (MSA) and will comprise of FIA-compliant Defender 90s. The vehicles will feature a roll cage, retuned suspension and a fire extinguisher system, while other features will include lightweight 18-inch alloys wrapped around in Kuhmo tires, along with racing seats. The base car will cost 50,000 pounds while the Defender Challenge will cost an extra 10,000 – 14,000 pounds.

Power of the Land Rover Defender Challenge will come from a 2.2-liter diesel engine which has been tweaked to generate 170 bhp and a maximum torque of 450 Nm. The engine will send its output to the wheels through a 6-speed manual gearbox.

Source: Land Rover

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There is a new tuner in the industry that goes by the name of LARTE Design. They are based in Moscow, Russia and for this year’s Essen Motor Show they have prepared an upgrade kit for the Range Rover Evoque. In terms of power upgrades, they have upgraded the turbodiesel 2.2-liter 4-cylinder engine and increased its output from 190 HP and 420 Nm to 220 HP and 480 Nm of torque. Performance figures have not been released but chances are the Range Rover Evoque is now a tad quicker as a result of the additional power provided by LARTE Design.

This particular model now sits on lightweight 21-inch alloy wheels and has been lowered by 30mm thanks to the sports suspension. There’s also a new body kit which includes massive air intakes in the front apron, along with a honeycomb pattern for the front grille. The back of the car shows an updated apron and a Ferrari 458 Italia-inspired triple exhaust.

Source: LARTE Design

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Startech has prepared a customization package for the Range Rover Sport which has been introduced at this year’s edition of the Essen Motor Show. The kit encompasses numerous upgrades such as a redesigned front bumper incorporating beefier air intakes and built-in LED daytime running lights. The crossover also comes with a new rear diffuser, 22-inch rims and a sports exhaust system manufactured from stainless steel. Startech is offering a suspension lowering kit which can bring the vehicle closer to the ground by about 25mm. For the interior they have prepared an exotic wood trim, carbon fiber accents and leather & Alcantara upholstery.

The engineers also worked on the SDV6 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine which is now compatible with an SD30 S tuning package that bumps output by 31 HP and 80 Nm to 323 HP and 680 Nm. Thanks to the additional oomph, the Range Rover Sport by Startech will sprint to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 6.9 seconds on its way to a maximum speed of 138 mph (222 km/h).

Source: Startech

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The Range Rover and Range Rover Sport duo is now available with a supercharger kit developed by the engineers at Arden. The power package was created to provide both vehicles with significant performance gains and it can do this by bringing a remapped ECU and a high-performance exhaust system that includes a sport catalytic converter. Arden mentions this system has been created in such a way so that it can be easy to install so it shouldn’t cost you a lot of money.

After the modifications are made, the V8 5.0-liter engine powering both cars can deliver an extra 138 HP and 120 Nm of torque. Aside from infusing more power, Arden has increased the top speed limit of both cars to 161 mph (260 km/h).

Source: Arden

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Lumma Design is ready to showcase its cosmetic upgrades for the Range Rover Sport and has announced the kit is available in Russia for a steep 29,509 euros. In return the vehicle will be equipped with a restyled front bumper that comes with a guard insert at the lower section. There’s also a spoiler deflector and slightly modified LED daytime running lights. We also notice the reshaped front and rear wheel arch extensions, two-tone stripes, door sill covers and a modified rear bumper packing a diffuser.

The Range Rover Sport has also gained an imposing four 10mm tailpipe arrangement made from steel, along with a new rear spoiler, various rims, tweaked front grille and special floor mats to spice up the interior cabin.

Source: Lumma Design

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