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Land Rover Range Rover Velar facelift 2020 3.0 D300 (300 Hp) Mild Hybrid AWD Automatic
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Land Rover Range Rover Velar:
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar, generally known as the Range Rover Velar, is a crossover SUV produced by British automotive company Jaguar Land Rover under their Land Rover marque. The fourth model in the Range Rover line, the Velar was unveiled on 1 March 2017 in London, England. The Velar was released in the summer of 2017. The name Velar had previously been used for a series of pre-production first-generation Range Rovers in 1969.
The Range Rover Velar was named "World's Most Beautiful Car" in 2018, receiving the design award at the 2018 World Car Awards....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2020 Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover Velar (facelift 2020). With 650 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2049 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.5 s). The top speed reaches 230 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 D300 (300 Hp) Mild Hybrid AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Powerful and refined diesel engine, with mild-hybrid assistance for smoother operation and enhanced low-end torque.
Fuel Economy
Improved fuel efficiency over the non-hybrid D300, making it a more compelling and economical long-distance cruiser.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning design and luxurious interior
- • Refined ride quality and comfort
- • Strong engine lineup with hybrid options
- • Excellent off-road capability for its class
- • Advanced technology and infotainment
Cons:
- • High purchase price and running costs
- • Rear visibility can be limited
- • Infotainment can be slow at times
- • Some reliability concerns reported
- • Limited practicality compared to larger SUVs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 2023: February, 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover Velar |
| Generation: | facelift 2020 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 D300 (300 Hp) Mild Hybrid AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | September, 2020 |
| End of production: | February, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 300 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 650 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Ingenium / AJ20D6 More details about the engine Ingenium / AJ20D6 |
| Engine displacement: | 2996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83.01 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 7.4-8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 146.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.2 kg/Nm, 317.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2049 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1811 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 748 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 17 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 18.3-23.5° |
| Wading depth: | 530-580 mm |
| Length: | 4797 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2041 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1678-1683 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2874 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2041 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2147 mm |
| Front track: | 1640-1644 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1657-1663 mm |
| Front overhang: | 834 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1089 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 205-251 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.94 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 22.5-27.5° |
| Departure angle: | 24.8-29.5° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the rear wheels of the vehicle, capable of running only in mixed mode, and if necessary through the electrically or mechanically controlled clutch, the front wheels are driven. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 370 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 325 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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