The five-passenger luxury SUV available in four trim levels: the HSE and HSE LUX models both feature naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V-8s that produce 375 horsepower and 375 lb-ft of torque. The Supercharged and Autobiography models are powered by a supercharged V8 which develops a whopping 510 hp and 461 lb-ft. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control.
A permanent four-wheel-drive system is also standard on all Range Rovers, and the luxo-SUV has nearly 11 inches of maximum ground clearance. The standard Terrain Response system allows the driver to customize power train, suspension and electronic stability and traction systems to best handle any type of off-road conditions.
Bodystyle: SUV
Engines: 5.0L V-8, 5.0 supercharged V-8
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Models: HSE, HSE LUX, Supercharged, Autobiography
All Range Rovers offer a slightly revised paint color selection. HD radio and iPod connectivity are now standard, awhile the available Tow Prep Kit and Luxury Silver Pack adds more utility and comfort to the already impressive luxo-ute. Fuel economy is unchanged whether you chose the naturally aspirated or supercharged 5.0-liter V-8. The Exterior Design Package is now standard on the Autobiography trim.
Land Roverhas known to not mess with a good thing when it comes to the Range Rover. It still keeps the classic Range Rover utilitarian boxy shape, and with exterior appointments such as 19- or 20-inch wheels, xenon headlights, and Land Rover’s large, three-bar grille and side vents, the Range Rover looks more elegant than ever. A rear privacy glass, sunroof, power fold and heated exterior side mirrors, and heated windscreen are standard on the base model.
If you thought the 2012 Range Rover’s outside looked nice, wait until you see the inside. The fit and finish in the cabin looks exquisite with the use of quality leather and wood materials, and also present is a host of high-end amenities. Heated front and rear seats, heated steering wheel, auto climate control, and a seven-inch high-resolution color touch screen with hard drive navigation system comes standard, as well as Bluetooth connectivity, Sirius XM radio, and a 14-speaker audio system.
Upgrading to the Range Rover Supercharged with 510 horses under the hood transforms the SUV into a real on-road and off-road rocket. Other upgrades that come with the Supercharged model include Brembo brakes, an electronically locking rear differential, adaptive suspension damping, and blind-spot detection. But the “base” HSE trim doesn’t skimp out either, as it comes standard with electronic air suspension and Terrain Response. The Range Rover is also prepped to go swimming, as it has a wading depth of 27.6 inches.
The Range Rover is equipped with six airbags, including driver and front passenger dual threshold airbags, side thorax, and head-protection side-curtain airbags. An anti-lock braking system, emergency brake assist, corner, and electronic brake-force distribution are standard, as well as dynamic stability and traction control, and hill descent control. Other safety features include an auto-dimming rear view mirror, collapsible steering column, and collision-activated inertia switch that unlocks doors, turns off fuel pump, and activates hazard lights.
HSE, HSE LUX: 13 mpg city/18 mpg highway
Supercharged, Autobiography: 12 mpg city/17 mpg highway
Still the epitome of the luxurious go-anywhere all-arounder
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