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Land Rover Range Rover IV 5.0 V8 (375 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 Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover (IV). With 510 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2200 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 6.8 s). The top speed reaches 209 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.0 V8 (375 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Naturally aspirated V8 delivers smooth, linear power, offering strong acceleration and a classic V8 feel, though less punchy than the supercharged version.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is high, typical for a large naturally aspirated petrol V8, making it a thirstier option compared to the diesels.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and interior refinement
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Smooth and powerful engine options
- • Commanding driving position and visibility
- • Advanced air suspension provides superb ride comfort
- • Iconic design and strong brand prestige
Cons:
- • High purchase price and running costs (fuel, maintenance)
- • Complex electronics can lead to reliability concerns
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments
- • Steep depreciation in some markets
- • Some interior tech can feel dated on early models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2009): 2011 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover |
| Generation: | IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 V8 (375 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 375 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75 Hp/l [27mm more] |
| Torque: | 510 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 508PN More details about the engine 508PN |
| Engine displacement: | 5000 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, DIVCT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Coolant: | 15.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 18 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 209 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.9 kg/Hp, 170.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 231.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2200 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2030 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 550 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 105 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.1-28.3° |
| Wading depth: | 900 mm |
| Length: | 4999 mm mm [27mm more] |
| Width: | 1983 mm mm [233mm less] |
| Height: | 1835 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2922 mm mm [42mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2073 mm |
| Front track: | 1690 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1683 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.3 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 26-34.7° |
| Departure angle: | 24.6-29.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 380 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 365 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 19; 20; 21; 22 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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