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Land Rover Range Rover III (facelift 2009) 3.6 LR TD V8 (271 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)
III (facelift 2009) Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover (III (facelift 2009)). With 630 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.2 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.
3.6 LR TD V8 (271 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for most situations, but feels less refined and slower than the newer 4.4 TDV8.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its age and size, though surpassed by the more modern 4.4 TDV8.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and interior comfort
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Powerful and refined engine options (especially 4.4 TDV8 and 5.0 SC)
- • Commanding driving position and excellent visibility
- • Timeless and iconic design
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, particularly for petrol variants
- • Complex electronics can lead to expensive maintenance issues
- • Large turning circle makes urban maneuvering challenging
- • High running costs for parts and servicing
- • Some reliability concerns, especially with air suspension and older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2009): 2009 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2009) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6 LR TD V8 (271 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 271 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 74.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 630 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 368DT More details about the engine 368DT |
| Engine displacement: | 3628 |
| 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: | 9.5 l |
| Coolant: | 14 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 17.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 105 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4972 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2034 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1865 mm mm [28mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2880 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2034 mm |
| Front track: | 1629 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 | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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