Motoring

August 28, 2012

Range Rover takes a leap, gets bigger, sleeker, faster

Range Rover takes a leap, gets bigger, sleeker, faster

Range Rover

By Theodore Opara
To many people and auto freaks, there is nothing more to add to the iconic Range Rovers. But Range Rovers feels otherwise. You can make a good car better and better.

This however, has necessitated the introduction of the new Range Rover, which is now bigger, lighter, sleeker with more power packed under the hood.

It is a complete model change but unmistakably a Range Rover with improved luxury. Many thought the new Range Rover would have borrowed a leaf from the multi award winning  Evoque  in terms of design, but  the  British car maker decided to retain the identity and character of its flagship.

The new Range Rover is built with aluminum body which makes it lighter than even the Range Rover Evoque. Even its new V6 diesel engine delivers more power than the outgoing V8 engine because of the new technology which was aimed at reducing the weight of the  Premium SUV.

Richer materials were used to enhance the luxury level of the new Range Rover, while the longer wheel- base translates to improved rear legroom.

However, an optional four seat layout with the centre console extending right through the cabin will win Range Rover new converts.

The new Range Rovers is more aerodynamic with new rear and head lights that completely distinguish it from the out-going model, while at the same time enhancing its beauty.