Video test drives Land Rover Range Rover 2023
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The exterior of the new SUV
As already mentioned, the appearance of the new generation Range Rover 2022 remained recognizable, although an experienced motorist will immediately see the differences. Curved lines, strict details of the body and decorative elements, as well as new design solutions – these are the details that have changed the most. The front of the Range Rover 2022 SUV has new optics, although at first glance it’s hard to say what’s new.
Depending on the configuration and the wishes of the buyer, the optics can be LED or matrix, with pronounced LED daytime running lights. Optics differs from the previous generation in more strict lines and thin black edging on the side wings. This is best seen in the running lights.
Accordingly, the changes occurred in the grille. The edging is now made from one line, not two. The lines themselves have become more rigorous, similarly to the insertion of LED running lights into the grille frame. The main grille insert has been redesigned. Instead of a curved mesh insert and chrome elements, the grille has acquired strict rectangular elements with a chrome trim.
No less changes were made to the front bumper of the Range Rover 2021. Not to say that now it looks better, but the changes are still noticeable. The bumper has got a flat rectangular insert in the center and full width, although earlier it was an inverted U-shaped insert. In the bumper of the new Range Rover, a grille was installed along the contour, with various sensors and sensors.
In the center, an insert was added to match the body color, with thin, horizontal LED foglights. The inscription of the model at the end of the hood remained unchanged, but the hood itself changed its design a bit. He lost two curved notches on the sides, replacing them with simple lines. The central part of the hood also became flatter, not swollen. In addition to all this, the edge of the hood in the new SUV has become soft, a generation earlier it was strict and rough.
From the side, the new 2022 Range Rover SUV has received a lot less changes and practically looks like the previous model. The most noticeable improvements can be considered door handles and side mirror housings. The handles were made touch-sensitive and hidden along with the body part. It looks, maybe modern, but not quite practical.
As for the body of the side rear-view mirrors, they have become smaller and are painted in high-gloss black as standard. According to the standard, the set of side mirrors includes electric adjustment, memory for several modes, heating and automatic folding. It is not immediately possible to notice a change in the side insert on the front doors. Previously, it was L-shaped and tightened along the bottom of the doors. Now the insert is made in a U-shape and is located only on the front doors.
The color of the insert is standard, silver and without any options. As for the body colors of the Range Rover 2022, there is plenty to choose from. So the choice of the buyer is offered:
- snow white;
- black;
- grey;
- Navy blue;
- bronze;
- silver;
- dark green;
- pearl white;
- golden;
- brown gray;
- white-silver;
- bright blue;
- aquamarine;
- green-blue;
- brown;
- bright red;
- orange.
The list of Range Rover 2022 body colors is not complete, as they will change depending on the configuration and delivery time. Also, the buyer is offered to choose his own shade or combination for a separate surcharge. As a rule, in the latter version it will be possible to paint the roof in a different color. The basis for the SUV according to the standard was 22″ rims. Top versions or as an option offer 23″ wheels.
The innovations don’t end there. The new Range Rover 2022 received electric drive of all doors, which means that they will close softly and smoothly. On the driver’s side, the doors can be closed by depressing the brake pedal. All doors are equipped with ultrasonic sensors and protection systems, which allows you to calculate the optimal opening angle of the doors, thereby not damaging them or avoiding things being pinched by the doors during boarding or disembarking from the Range Rover 2022. Otherwise, the changes in the side part are point, in particular, this is a slope roofs at the rear, a new design of the rear fenders and fine details of the decor.
Now let’s look at the rear of the new Range Rover 2022. The first thing that catches your eye is the new rear feet, made in the form of two vertical lines. Many have already noted that the hind feet of the predecessor looked better and stricter than in the new product. At first glance, it seems that this is an edging, since the continuation in the form of a black glossy line is stretched across the entire width of the rear tailgate. On the same line, according to the standard, they placed the inscription of the model, and in the lower right corner the nameplate of the brand.
The tailgate into two sections remained classic and unchanged. This style in this model has been adhered to since the 1970s. There are no special lines or design points on the trunk lid. The upper part is adorned as standard with a two-tone spoiler with LED stop repeater. The lower part is a small horizontal line for contrast.
This entire 2022 Range Rover set highlights a small rear bumper. It is made of black glossy plastic. This is of course a minus, as it will quickly become covered with dust and micro-scratches. On the sides of the bumper there are two horizontal foglights and rear parking sensors. The bumper is emphasized by a chrome trim, which is essentially a diffuser. A little lower you can see two twin tips of the exhaust system.
The last thing left to consider in the new Range Rover 2022 is the roof. At first glance, there is nothing particularly new, but then you realize that there are two antennas in the form of a shark fin on the back. In fact, this is to improve the signal and it is possible that this particular model will set the fashion for other premium cars.
Otherwise, a minimum of bends, a panoramic roof with a sliding front and a place for mounting an additional trunk. The SUV does not have roof rails according to the standard. As mentioned earlier, the roof can be painted in a different color relative to the body. According to the standard, it will be painted in the same color as the main part of the body.
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Interior
There are five-seater and four-seater cabin options to choose from, with the distance between the rows increased by 20 mm. Split rear seats come standard with a 16-degree backrest angle adjustment, but there are also more expensive power seats that allow you to take a semi-recumbent position. And for the first time Range Rover got a seven-seater version.
The third row can only be ordered for a long-wheelbase vehicle, it is installed 41 mm above the second row seats, is designed for adult passengers, has heating and electric folding. Trunk volume behind the third row is 312 liters. For two-row machines, the compartment holds 1061 liters (long wheelbase) or 818 liters (short wheelbase). The shelf can be electrically lifted (for a surcharge), and a powerful divider is also provided, which is attached to the floor and can be used as a backrest while relaxing on a picnic.
Range Rover has a new electronic architecture EVA 2.0, which integrates 70 electronic units and can be remotely updated “over the air” using the Pivi Pro media system (two eSIMs installed, working in parallel). The head unit itself has a 13.1-inch curved screen with vibration feedback when pressed, but, fortunately, a separate climate control panel with analog handles is retained. The instrument screen has a diagonal of 13.7 inches, there is a projection display, and a screen is built into the salon mirror, which transmits the image from the rear camera (it is installed in one of the two “fins” on the roof).
Already in the basic configuration there is a four-zone climate control with separate air conditioning and a heater for the rear. Following the younger models, the large Range Rover can be ordered with fabric upholstery: expensive Ultrafabrics textiles and Kvadrat wool blends are offered. However, it is possible to order semi-aniline or (for the first time) fully aniline leather. On the second row, there are two 11.4-inch screens with HDMI connectors, and for cars with electric rear seats, there is also an eight-inch touchscreen in the center armrest.
The top version of the Signature Suite has separate rear seats with power and massage, a massive central tunnel and folding tables (also with power). And then there’s the Range Rover SV, with special interior trim and ceramic decorative elements. The most expensive Meridian Signature media system has 35 speakers, 1600 watts of power and an advanced active noise reduction system in the cabin: an inverted signal is fed to miniature 20-watt speakers built into the headrests of the four “main” seats.
He intends to push the models more expensive
Despite the decent difference in cost, it is absolutely impossible to stop thinking about the Bentley Bentayga and Rolls-Royce Cullinan. After all, the new Range Rover with all its configurators shows that it does not intend to make life easier for these guys. And we are not talking about exquisite finishing materials like open-pore veneer. And not even about the seats with a million variations of massage. To the release of the new “Range” department Special Vehicle Operations prepared many other nishtyakov.
Customers who have chosen the version SV (it is based on the execution SV Autobiography), receive the widest range of personalization options, including 14 exclusive shades. And options like a roomy refrigerator in the rear, a “picnic package” called the Tailgate Event Suite, and even a special luggage ramp for dogs emphasize the aristocracy of the car. Is it overkill or not? Time and the market will quickly put everything on the shelves.
We go inside the Range Rover
All doors, including the rear ones, have electric drive. An interesting detail, the driver just needs to press the brake pedal and the door will slam shut on its own. Of course, special sensors will not allow you to close the door if you do not have time to remove your hand or foot. They also control the space around the car and adjust the angle at which the door opens.
Incidentally, the Range Rover in the top-of-the-range SV trim was the first Land Rover to feature a hand-crafted ceramic SV crown. In the future, the rondel will be fitted to all new Land Rover vehicles manufactured by Special Vehicle Operations.