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Land Rover Range Rover I 3.9 (173 Hp)
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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)
I Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover (I). A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.9 (173 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a good balance of power for daily driving and off-road capability, without being overly aggressive.
Fuel Economy
Typical V8 thirst, but acceptable for its power output and the vehicle's weight.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic and timeless design with strong classic appeal.
- • Exceptional off-road capability, setting a benchmark for luxury 4x4s.
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior for its era, especially on higher trims.
- • Powerful V8 engine options provide strong performance.
- • Smooth and comfortable ride quality for a rugged SUV.
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption across all petrol V8 engines.
- • Prone to rust, particularly in older models and specific areas.
- • Can suffer from complex electrical issues as it ages.
- • Maintenance and parts can be expensive, especially for specialized components.
- • Lacks modern safety features and driver assistance systems.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1987 - 1990).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.9 (173 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 173 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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