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Land Rover Range Rover IV (facelift 2017) 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) Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover (IV (facelift 2017)). With 740 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.8 l/100km). At around 2504 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 6.9 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
Offers immense torque and effortless acceleration, making it superb for towing and heavy-duty use.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a V8 diesel, though higher than the V6 diesels, reflecting its greater power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and interior comfort
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Diverse range of powerful and refined engines
- • Commanding driving position and excellent visibility
- • Prestigious brand image and strong resale value
Cons:
- • High purchase price and significant running costs
- • Complex infotainment system can be slow or glitchy
- • Potential reliability concerns with complex electronics and air suspension
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments and parking
- • Fuel economy can be poor on higher-performance petrol models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Long: 2014 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover |
| Generation: | IV (facelift 2017) |
| 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 [199mm less] |
| 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: | 6.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.4 kg/Hp, 135.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.4 kg/Nm, 295.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2504 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1943 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 900 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 86 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.1° |
| Wading depth: | 900 mm |
| Length: | 5000 mm mm [199mm less] |
| Width: | 2073 mm mm [90mm more] |
| Height: | 1869 mm mm [29mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2922 mm mm [198mm less] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2073 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2220 mm |
| Front track: | 1693 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1685 mm |
| Front overhang: | 883 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1195 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 220 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.33 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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