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Land Rover Range Rover IV (facelift 2017) Long 4.4 V8 (339 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Land Rover Range Rover:
The Land Rover Range Rover, generally shortened to Range Rover, is a 4WD luxury mid to full size crossover marque and sub-brand of Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India-based Tata Motors. The Range Rover line was launched in 1970 by British Leyland and since 2022 is in its fifth generation.
Additional models have been launched under the Range Rover name, including the Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Evoque, and Range Rover Velar.
The Rover Company was experimenting with a larger model than the Land Rover Series in 1951, when the Rover P4-based two-wheel-drive "Road Rover" project was developed by Gordon Bashford. This was shelved in 1958 and the idea lay dormant until 1966, when engineers Spen King and Bashford set to work on a new model....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV (facelift 2017) Long Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover (IV (facelift 2017) Long). With 740 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.8 l/100km). At around 2592 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 7.2 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.4 V8 (339 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Effortless torque and strong, smooth acceleration from this powerful V8 diesel engine.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a V8 diesel, though not as efficient as the newer mild-hybrid options.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and interior refinement, especially in long-wheelbase form
- • Exceptional off-road capability for a luxury SUV
- • Wide range of powerful and efficient engine options, including hybrids
- • Supreme ride comfort and quiet cabin experience
- • Commanding driving position and excellent visibility
Cons:
- • High purchase price and potentially expensive running costs
- • Fuel consumption can be high, especially with V8 petrol engines
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments and for parking
- • Historical reliability concerns, though improving with newer models
- • Infotainment system can be less intuitive than some rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: 2014 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover |
| Generation: | IV (facelift 2017) Long |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.4 V8 (339 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 339 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 77.6 Hp/l [201mm more] |
| Torque: | 740 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | 448DT More details about the engine 448DT |
| Engine displacement: | 4367 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | BiTurbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.13 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 98.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 130.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 285.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2592 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 900 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3400 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 86 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 18.3° |
| Wading depth: | 900 mm |
| Length: | 5200 mm mm [201mm more] |
| Width: | 2073 mm mm [90mm more] |
| Height: | 1868 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3120 mm mm [198mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2073 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2220 mm |
| Front track: | 1693 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1685 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 220 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.1 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 26° |
| Departure angle: | 24.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Wishbone, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
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