Meet - New Range Rover

The fifth generation replaced the fourth generation, introduced back in 2012. The modern model is built on a modular architectureMLA-Flex, together with which the SUV received many innovative solutions. By the way, it is planned to release almost all future models of the concernJaguar Land Rover. Let's take a look at what the British have to offer and did they manage to not screw things up?

Let's start with the body - the rigidity has been increased by50%, the coefficient of aerodynamic resistance Cx was reduced to0.30(In the previous generation, it is 0.34). The dimensions, on the contrary, have been slightly increased:5052long2209width and1870mm high - this applies to the "standard" version, while the Long is 200 mm longer (due to the lengthening of the wheelbase).

Despite the complete draining of the exterior a week before the presentation, many were surprised by the new vision of the Range Rover. It does not look revolutionary, rather conservative. The fifth generation remained famous, but at the same time received new "chips". For example, retractable door handles, which will probably freeze in the cold like the Velar. Also, for the first time there is an opportunity to get a new SUV on23 discs.

A matter of particular pride for LR- clearances. The company's engineers tried to minimize them. For example, the distance between the hood and wings was halved, and the fifth door generally seems monolithic, while remaining classically two-component.

The interior has been improved more. Definitely the Britishkeptcustomers liked the "commander" fit and the overall design of the panels, while changing almost all the details. The main attention now attracts13.1-inchthe multimedia screen of the Pivi Pro system is the largest in the history of the brand. Another feature was the ability to chooseRange Rover without leather. This is argued by humanity and environmentalism. A wool version is available to orderKvadratand fabricUltrafabrics. And rugs are now made from recycled ocean trash.

The flagship from the Land Rover company can now be ordered fromseven-digit version. At the same time, the manufacturer declares that the third row in terms of comfort can be compared with the second rows of some competitors. ANDfor lovers of luxurythe possibility of installing seatsExecutive Classdid not disappear anywhere. Seats with heating, ventilation, massage, memory and a huge range of adjustments will please any passenger.

As for the range of engines, only a few solutions will be available to begin with.Basicwill become an "inline six" for 3 liters - IngeniumD250for 249 forces and 600 Nm of torque. Similar diesel (D350) for 3 liters, producing 350 hp. and 700 Nm. And the top at the start of sales will be a 4.4-liter gasoline V8 (P530). It is capable of producing 530 horses and 700 Newton meters of torque. All engines will work with 8-speed hydromechanics from ZF.Acceleration up to 100 km/hin D250 –8.3 s., in the diesel D350 –6.1 s., and in the figure of eight P530 –4.6 s.

Ofpendants- there are no radical differences. There are still the same double wishbones in the front and a multi-link in the back, although it already consists of5 levers. The role of springs is also replaced by pneumatic cylinders, andBilstein shock absorberswith electronic control, interact with the systemeHorizon, which adjusts to the environment and is able to adjust the damping characteristics according to12 milliseconds. ANDDynamic Response Pro– the tilt suppression system was pumped. It works with anti-roll bars faster than the "hydraulics" used in the previous generation. But there are also innovations for the company. It was first installed in the Range Roverfully steered chassis. The rear wheels are now able to turn to7.3 degrees, up to 50 km/h in the opposite front direction, and above - in the same direction, improving control and maneuverability. As a result, the off-road capabilities of the 5th Range should be better than its predecessor. The ground clearance is 295 mm, and the systemTerrain Responsepumped to level 2 (like Land Rover Defender).

In general, the SUV turned out to be interesting. The novelty will surely appeal to many and will be popular. The brand carefully improves and refines its models, following the trends for sustainability and futurism.Pricesfor the Ukrainian market have not yet been formed, and the cost of the "base" in Great Britain is beginningfrom 94,400 lbs, which in hryvnias at the current exchange rate is 3,427,000 hryvnias.