Land Rover Range Rover Velar facelift 2023 3.0 P400 (400 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 2023 Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover Velar (facelift 2023). With 550 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2010 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.5 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers exhilarating performance with 400 Hp, delivering smooth and rapid acceleration for a luxury SUV. The mild-hybrid system aids refinement.
Fuel Economy
Decent for its power output thanks to MHEV technology, but as a high-performance petrol engine in a heavy SUV, fuel consumption remains significant.
Best Use Case:
Highway cruising, spirited driving, and those seeking effortless power delivery.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Elegant and distinctive design with a refined exterior
- • Luxurious and minimalist interior with high-quality materials
- • Comfortable and composed ride, especially with optional air suspension
- • Strong range of powerful and efficient engine options, including PHEV
- • Impressive off-road capability for its class
- • Advanced infotainment system and driver assistance features
Cons:
- • Premium pricing places it at the higher end of its segment
- • Some engine options can have high running costs (fuel, insurance)
- • Infotainment system can be complex and occasionally slow to respond
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to the sleek design
- • Historical concerns about Land Rover reliability, though improving
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Range Rover Velar: 2019 - 2020).
| General: |
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover Velar |
| Generation: | facelift 2023 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 P400 (400 Hp) Mild Hybrid AWD Automatic |
| Start 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: | 400 Hp @ 5500-6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 133.6 Hp/l [9mm less] |
| Torque: | 550 Nm @ 2000-5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Ingenium / AJ20P6 More details about the engine Ingenium / AJ20P6 |
| Engine displacement: | 2995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5 kg/Hp, 199 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.7 kg/Nm, 273.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.2 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2010 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1798 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 735 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 83 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 18.3-19.1° |
| Wading depth: | 530-580 mm |
| Length: | 4797 mm mm [9mm less] |
| Width: | 2041 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1678-1683 mm mm [2mm more] |
| 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): | 205-214 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.94 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 22.5-23.6° |
| Departure angle: | 24.8-25° |
| 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. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 8 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 325 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 255/55 R19 111W; 255/50 R20 109W; 265/45 R21 104W |
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| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 19 ET45; 8.5J x 20 ET45; 8.5J x 21 ET45 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring, Air Suspension - Optional |
| Electric: |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery voltage: | 48 V |
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