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Land Rover Range Rover IV (facelift 2017) SVAutobiography Dynamic 5.0 V8 (565 Hp) AWD Automatic Supercharged
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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. 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 700 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2497 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 5.4 s). The top speed reaches 225 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
SVAutobiography Dynamic 5.0 V8 (565 Hp) AWD Automatic Supercharged Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The pinnacle of Range Rover performance and luxury, offering incredible speed and refinement for an unparalleled driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Very high fuel consumption, as expected for a top-tier performance luxury SUV, where efficiency is secondary to power.
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: 2014 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover |
| Generation: | IV (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | SVAutobiography Dynamic 5.0 V8 (565 Hp) AWD Automatic Supercharged |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | October, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 565 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 113 Hp/l [1mm more] |
| Torque: | 700 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | 508PS More details about the engine 508PS |
| Engine displacement: | 5000 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Coolant: | 8.83 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 225 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.4 kg/Hp, 226.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.6 kg/Nm, 280.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2497 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 900 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 103.5 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 19.2° |
| Wading depth: | 900 mm |
| Length: | 5000 mm [1mm more] |
| Width: | 2073 mm [90mm more] |
| Height: | 1869 mm [34mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2922 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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): | 212 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.33 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 23.3° |
| Departure angle: | 21° |
| 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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