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Land Rover Range Rover III 2.9 TD 24V (177 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 Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover (III). With 390 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2500 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.6 s). The top speed reaches 179 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.9 TD 24V (177 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and light towing, but acceleration is leisurely for a vehicle of this size, especially when fully loaded.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for a large diesel SUV of its era, making it a more economical choice for long-distance cruising compared to the petrol V8.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional luxury and interior comfort
- • Commanding driving position and road presence
- • Formidable off-road capability
- • Timeless and iconic design
- • Smooth and refined ride quality (air suspension)
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially with the V8 engine
- • Potential for complex electronic and air suspension issues
- • High maintenance and repair costs
- • Large turning circle can make city maneuvering challenging
- • Some early models had build quality concerns
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1998 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.9 TD 24V (177 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 177 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.5 Hp/l [237mm more] |
| Torque: | 390 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 306D1 More details about the engine 306D1 |
| Engine displacement: | 2926 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.75 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 179 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 70.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 156 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2500 |
| Max. weight: | 3050 |
| Max load: | 550 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1755 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 535 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4950 mm mm [237mm more] |
| Width: | 1955 mm mm [102mm more] |
| Height: | 1860 mm mm [43mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2880 mm mm [135mm more] |
| Front track: | 1630 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1625 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/55 R19 |
| Front suspension | Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Air suspension |
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