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Land Rover Range Rover III (facelift 2005) 4.4 i V8 32V (306 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)
III (facelift 2005) Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover (III (facelift 2005)). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. 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 8.3 s). The top speed reaches 200 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 i V8 32V (306 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A more potent and refined V8, offering noticeably quicker acceleration and a smoother power delivery than its predecessor.
Fuel Economy
While offering improved performance, fuel consumption remains high, typical for a large displacement petrol V8.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and luxurious interior
- • Strong off-road capability with advanced terrain response
- • Powerful engine options, especially the Supercharged V8
- • Commanding driving position and impressive road presence
- • High-quality materials and build
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption across all petrol engines
- • Known for complex electrical and air suspension issues
- • Expensive maintenance and parts
- • Significant depreciation over time
- • Large turning circle can make city maneuvering challenging
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2005): 2005 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2005) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.4 i V8 32V (306 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 306 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 69.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 440 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 448PN [Same engine] More details about the engine 448PN |
| Engine displacement: | 4394 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.7 l |
| Coolant: | 11.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 21.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 118.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 169.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2592 |
| Max. weight: | 3100 |
| Max load: | 508 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2091 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 535 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 104 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4950 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1955 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1863 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2880 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1630 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1625 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R18 |
| Front suspension | Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Air suspension |
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