The Range Rover gets an all-new British-built V8 turbodiesel engine and a series of other technology and styling improvements for the 2007 model year.
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Technical upgrades include Ford Premier Automotive Group-owned Land Rover’s patented Terrain Response system, which extends the vehicle’s offroad capability beyong (impressive) current levels.
The new 272 bhp/PS (200 kW) TDV8 diesel makes its debut in the Range Rover, and is claimed to be one of the world’s most advanced engines.
Compared with the six-cylinder bought-in BMW diesel it replaces, the V8 is 54% more powerful and delivers 64% more torque, yet has the same fuel economy.
Land Rover managing director Phil Popham said: “Its balance of performance, refinement and economy is unmatched. We believe it makes the Range Rover an even more desirable vehicle, especially in strong diesel markets, and will appeal to many customers who’ve never considered a diesel before.
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By GlobalData“Performance is similar to many more obviously sporty vehicles and fuel economy is comparable with a lot of petrol saloon cars.”
Acceleration is significantly improved, compared with the previous diesel engine: over four seconds has been cut from the 0-60 mph and 0-100 km/h (60mph) times (now 8.5 sec and 9.2 sec respectively). Maximum speed is raised to 124 mph (200 km/h), electronically limited. In addition, the TDV8 is up to 75 per cent quieter overall, more refined, and brakes and handling have been improved.
The new engine is matched to a six-speed ZF ‘intelligent shift’ automatic transmission, already used on petrol Range Rover models (which were switched from a bought-in BMW V8 to an in-house Welsh-made engine largely shared with Jaguar a year ago).
The diesel V8’s suspension set-up is similar to that of the Range Rover Supercharged and large Brembo front brakes are standard.
The two petrol engine alternatives – a 396 bhp/PS (291 kW) supercharged V8 and a normally aspirated 306 bhp/PS (225 kW) V8 continue for the 2007 model year.
Terrain Response is now standard for all 2007 models, together with a centre ‘e’ (electronic) differential and the availability of a rear ‘e’ differential. Terrain Response allows the driver to select one of five settings on the rotary switch, to suit the terrain. The vehicle’s electronic and mechanical controls are then optimised to tackle the specific conditions.
Other enhancements include better cabin stowage space (including a new twin glovebox), an enhanced airbag package, a cleaner centre console design, an electronic parking brake, a new upper facia and substantially improved air-conditioning and ventilation. Switchgear and the audio system have been improved.
Front seats now offer an optional cooling function, as well as a standard heating feature, and active head restraints contribute to improved safety.
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