Tata Group’s Land Rover is reviving the long wheelbase Range Rover after about 20 years and adding a new trim level called Autobiography Black.
The automaker said the first LWB ‘Rangie’ in 20 years would “cater for a growing group of consumers looking for the ultimate SUV, and an alternative to the traditional long wheelbase saloon cars in this segment”. New packaging boosts rear legroom 140mm and seat recline to 17 degrees with the executive seating package.
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That version makes its debut at upcoming motor shows in Los Angeles and Guangzhou, China while the Autobiography Black specification arrives at the Dubai motor show early in November.
The Range Rover L will be offered with either bench or individual ‘Executive Class’ rear seats, the second row executive style seats can recline to 17 degrees, a full eight degrees more than the nine degrees on the standard wheelbase. ‘Passenger Seat Away’ slides the front seat forward to provide additional space and comfort. Power side door blinds and a panoramic sunroof are also standard as well as increased stowage. LWB models will have a distinctive ‘L’ badge behind each front wheel arch.
Vogue, Vogue SE, Autobiography and Autobiography Black trim will be available. A hybrid derivative will also become available later in 2014, primarily in China and the US.
The previous LWN Range Rover was called the LSE and sold from 1992 to 1994.
Autobiography Black trim adds a unique finish to the grille and side vents along with badges in black enamel and chrome. New rear lamps and front auxiliary vents plus chrome tailgate trim are also included along with two new 7-spoke 21″ and 22″ wheels with a high gloss polished finish.
Inside, Executive Class seating has unique material and patterns and the full extended centre console is redesigned with electric folding tables covered in black leather with integrated USB charging sockets and cup holders. A chiller compartment provides additional space for glasses and bottles. Headphone stowage trim can removed to reveal a ski hatch and the rear console is included in mood lighting settings.
Seats have a massage function and bolsters with 18-way seat adjustability for the driver and front passenger. Seat memory and climate control is available front and rear. Rear passengers also have lumbar massage and powered recline.
There are also several new trim colour combinations.
