Range Rover Evoque launched in India

     Land Rover launched its latest compact SUV Range Rover Evoque in India on 4th November 2011, priced at Rs. 44.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai). The Range Rover Evoque is available in 3 and 5 door options. The Range Rover Evoque is available in both petrol and diesel options. The petrol variant come in only one trim level – Dynamic where as the diesel variant comes in 3 trim levels – Pure, Prestige and Dynamic.

Range Rover Evoque Features in India

• Bold and sophisticated in design
• Optimizes performance and capability in all on and off-road conditions
• Terrain Response technology – adapts Range Rover Evoque’s engine, transmission and electronic systems to maximize drivability, comfort and traction
• Terrain Response settings: General Driving, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud & Ruts and Sand
• State-of-the-art connectivity
• Bluetooth for both hands free connection
• Connectivity for iPod, MP3 and USB memory stick
• Sound System by “Meridian” – a world leader in audio technologies and digital sound processing
• 380W Meridian Sound System features 12 channels and 11 loudspeakers including a dual-channel subwoofer
• Rear Seat Entertainment System (Optional) has the ability to play high quality DVD Video and route it through the 8-inch screens located in the back of the front headrests as well as to the front seat passenger’s display on the Touch-screen

Range Rover Evoque exterior colours available in India

• Fuji White
• Indus Silver
• Santorini Black
• Galway Green
• Orkeny Grey
• Sumatra Black
• Impanema Sand
• Firenze Red
• Colima Lime
• Baltic Blue
• Buckingham Blue

Range Rover Evoque interior trim options available in India

• Almont
• Cirrus
• Ebony
• Ambience
• Couture
• Element
• Spirit
• Vibe
• Energy
• Pursuit
• Verve
• Vortex

Land Rover to make current Defender till 2017

     Land Rover recently showed two concepts of the next generation Defender named DC100 at the recent Frankfurt Motor Show. According to the sources the next generation Defender will make its appearance on the road in next 4 years. Having said this Land Rover has maintained that the current Defender which dates back to the original Land Rover series launched in 1948 will not be discontinued any time soon. The current Defender will be made and sold till 2017 or perhaps more than that.


     The Land Rover Defender is an iconic SUV which changed the world of offroading. The Defender has been a major part of the British army and even today the Defender is supposed to be one of the best offroading vehicle.

     
     Souces from Land Rover has said that there are number of changes to the legislation, which means that the current Defender can be keep under production for longer time. The current Defender might not meet the EU6 emission norms in the future, but Land Rover has an option to fit the Defender with company’s 2.2L turbodiesel currently powering the latest generation Land Rovers.

Range Rover Evoque India launch before the end of 2011

     Tata Motors owned Land Rover will launch the Range Rover Evoque in India before the end of this year. By launching the Evoque as early as possible Land Rover want to capitalize the segment before rivals Audi, BMW, Mercedes & Volvo capture it. The Range Rover Evoque will be launched in both three and five door versions with price starting from Rs. 49 lakh ex-showroom Mumbai.

In our earlier post we had showed you Range Rover Evoque spied during its test runs in Pune. After seeing the spy pictures it is evident that Evoque’s launch is around the corner.

     The Evoque is a very import product from the Range Rover range. The new design and latest technology features makes it the best SUV in its class. The Evoque is shorter in length and is lighter than the Freelander, because of extensive use of aluminum and plastics in its body parts.

     The three door version of Evoque will be powered by a 2.0L, 237 Bhp turbo petrol and will be available only in ‘Dynamic’ trim. The five door version will be offered in three trims – ‘Pure’, ‘Prestige’ and ‘Dynamic’. It will be powered by a 2.2L, 187 Bhp common rail turbo diesel mated to a six speed automatic transmission delivering power to all the four wheels.

     The Evoque’s equipment list is endless. The ‘Pure’ which is a base version features  Range Rover’s Terrain Response off-road system, cruise control, a fixed panoramic glass roof, Xenon headlamps, 17-inch alloy wheels, keyless go, climate control, electric adjust front seats, leather seats, paddle-shifters a touch-screen audio, Bluetooth connectivity and an 11-speaker Meridian audio system.

     The middle variant ‘Prestige’ features luxury interior and exterior styling kit, 18-inch alloy wheels, premium leather seats, contrast painted roof and keyless entry along with all the features available in ‘Pure’ variant. The top of the line ‘Dynamic’ comes with all of the ‘Pure’ and ‘Prestige’ features puls a sporty exterior and interior styling kit and perforated leather seats. 

Land Rover Defender Concept (DC100) video

     Last week Land Rover unveiled the Defender Concept (DC100 & DC100 

Sport) at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The concept will make its first production appearance in 2015.

     Take a look at the video to find out the new technology features which goes into the Next Generation Defender concept.

Range Rover Evoque spied in India

     The latest from Land Rover stable Range Rover Evoque was spied testing in Pune. The Range Rover Evoque seen in the picture is a 3 door version, but we feel the 5 door version of the vehicle will make it to India by Diwali this year.

     The Range Rover Evoque has been designed like a coupe, like the Honda CR-V, which has a silhouette coupe like silhouette. It is powered by a 2.2L engine which pumps out 150-190 Bhp of power. The Evoque could be available in both 4x2 and 4x4 drive options. Expect the Evoque to be priced above Rs. 50 lakh because of high import duties.

Next generation Land Rover Defender concept to debut at Frankfurt Motor Show

     The iconic Land Rover Defender will be reborn again with a new avatar. The next generation Land Rover Defender concept has been revealed ahead of its debut at Frankfurt Motor Show next month. The concept named DC100 has been a challenging work for Land Rover designers because of it worldwide popularity.

Land Rover's director of design, Gerry McGovern says –


"Replacing the iconic Defender is one of the biggest challenges in the automotive design world; it is a car that inspires people worldwide. This isn't a production-ready concept but the beginning of a four-year journey to design a relevant Defender for the 21st century."

Source: Worldcarfans

Next generation Land Rover Defender under development

     Tata Motors owned British Iconic SUV manufacturer Land Rover is developing the next generation Defender. The Defender which is an Icon itself from a bygone era will be built on an all new platform and be available in variety of body styles. The next generation Defender concept can be seen by 2013 and a production model by 2015.

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Specifications

Price: Above Rs. 50 lakh (expected)
Variants: 4x2, 4x4


Dimensions
Length: 4365 mm
Width: 1965 mm (with mirrors folded)
Height: 1635 mm
Wheel Base: 2660 mm
Ground Clearance: 212 mm
Gross Weight: 1715kg
No. of Doors: 3/5
Seating Capacity: 5/7 Persons
Fuel Tank Capacity: NA


Engine
Type: 4 cyls in-line, 2.2L, common rail turbo diesel
Displacement: 2179cc
Power: 187bhp at 3500rpm
Torque: 42.8kgm at 2000rpm
No Of Cylinders: 4
Cylinder Configuration: Transverse 


Transmission
Type: 6 Speed Automatic, 2WD/AWD


Steering
Type: Electronic Power Steering
Min Turning Radius: NA


Suspension
Front: McPherson Strut 
Rear: Multi-link


Brakes
Front: Ventilated Disc
Rear: Disc


Wheels and Tyres
Wheel Size & Type: 19 Inch, Alloy
Tyres Size & Type: 235/55 R19, Tubeless


Performance
Max Speed: NA
0-100 kmph: NA


NA- Not Available