SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
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SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
SE 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
The new Range Rover surely is a competent contraption from the brand, if not the most capable and luxurious full-size ultimate luxury SUV. with emphasis on SUV, because it may not seem like one at first glance.
Range Rover has been a crucial member of the Land Rover family, ever since its inception in the world automotive market. The SUV managed to heat up the compact luxury SUV market with the glamour and exuberance of Land Rover. For 2016, the Range Rover offers various engine options across trims and is properly updated inside out unlike some contenders in the segment. The top of the line SV autobiography trim gets an entirely new massive 550hp supercharged V8 engine for 2016.
The new Land Rover Range Rover starts at $84,950 for the base SE trim with a 340 HP Supercharged V6 Engine. All trims and models have 4WD as standard. The HSE trim starts at $91,950 and has a 380 HP Supercharged V6 under its hood. Next in line is the Supercharged trim which is equipped with a 510 HP Supercharged V8 which is also equipped in the more expensive Autobiography trim which starts at $139,995. Both the Supercharged and Autobiography come with an option to further choose for a long wheel base variant. The most expensive and luxurious SV Autobiography LWB trim comes exclusively with a 550 HP Supercharged V8 engine and has a starting price of $199,495.
Trim |
Range Rover SE |
Range Rover HSE |
Supercharged |
Autobiography |
SV Autobiography LWB |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$84,950 |
$91,950 |
$103,195 $108,195 (LWB) |
$139,995 $144,995 (LWB) |
$199,495 |
Features |
340 HP Supercharged V6 |
380 HP Supercharged V6 |
510 HP Supercharged V8 |
Vent blades and front bumper accents in Atlas |
The 2016 Land Rover Range Rover comes equipped with a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 engine that puts out a maximum power of 340 hp and a maximum torque of 332 lb-ft in the base SE trim. The HSE trim comes with the same engine but outputs an increased 380 hp.
The Supercharged and Autobiography trims come with a 5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine producing 510 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque while the top end SV Autobiography trim comes with a tweaked version of the same engine outputting a better 550 hp and 502 lb-ft of torque. The engine's power is transferred to the wheels through 8-speed automatic transmission. The Range Rover Autobiography reaches 60mph in 5 seconds flat and crosses the quarter-mile mark in 15 seconds which is extremely impressive considering its size and heft. The base price of the Range Rover is $84,950.
Model |
Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography |
Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG |
Porsche Cayenne Turbo S |
---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$139,995 |
$139,900 |
$157,300 |
Engine |
5.0 L V8 |
5.5 L V8 |
4.8 L V8 |
Drivetrain |
FWD |
FWD |
AWD |
Transmission |
8-speed shiftable automatic |
8-speed shiftable automatic |
8-speed shiftable automatic |
Power |
510 hp @ 6000 rpm |
563 hp @ 5500 rpm |
570 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Torque |
461 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
560 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
590 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
0-60 mph (seconds) |
5 |
5.4 |
3.8 |
Quarter-mile (mph) |
11.9 |
13.3 |
12.15 |
Top Speed (mph) |
155 |
130 |
176 |
In comparison, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S is the fastest of the lot, with a 4.8 L V8 under its hood putting out 570 hp and 590 lb-ft that drags the Porsche to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and crosses the quarter-mile mark in 12.15 seconds. The Porsche is in sportscar territory when it comes to performance. Meanwhile, the Mercedes with a 5.5L V8 under throws the slowest figures, but only by a marginal difference, crossing the quarter-mile in 13.3 seconds.
Considering its size and segment, the Range Rover can be considered a moderately fuel-efficient vehicle, delivering a fuel-efficiency of 14 mpg in the city, 19 on the highway, and 16 mpg of combined fuel economy. The Range Rover gets a 27.7-gallon fuel capacity outputting a range of 388 miles in the city, 526 on the highway, and a combined range of 443 miles. The efficiency figures are on par with other performance-oriented vehicles in the segment.
Model |
Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography |
Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG |
Porsche Cayenne Turbo S |
---|---|---|---|
MPG (City) (mpg) |
14 |
12 |
14 |
MPG (Highway) (mpg) |
19 |
14 |
21 |
MPG (Combined) (mpg) |
16 |
13 |
17 |
Fuel Capacity (gallon) |
27.7 |
25.4 |
26.4 |
Range (City/Hwy/Combined) |
388/526/443 |
305/356/330 |
370/554/448 |
Yet again, the Porsche delivers the best-combined fuel efficiency of 17 mpg, while the Mercedes continues to fail with 13 mpg combined. Meanwhile, the Range Rover equips the biggest fuel capacity of 27.7 gallons followed by the Porsche with a 26.4-gallon tank and the Mercedes with 25.4 gallons of fuel capacity.
Despite its midsize nature, Range Rover provides great space and comfort throughout the cabin. The interiors feature high-quality elements and materials including figured Macassar Wood Veneer interior finish, Morzine, Alston or perforated leather headlining, heated seats and leather steering wheel garnished with chrome-plated gear paddles.
The interior is super luxurious, although not the most affluent, and features a rich and high tech interior of any SUV.
Model |
Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography |
Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG |
Porsche Cayenne Turbo S |
---|---|---|---|
Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
39.3/60.7/42.5 |
42.2/53.7/52.5 |
39.6/58.9/N/A |
Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
39.2/59.4/40.2 |
40.0/56.3/41.9 |
N/A |
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft) |
32.1 |
16.9 |
23.6 |
The Mercedes offers the most legroom option in the front row, followed by the Porsche and the Range Rover. When it comes to second-row space, the Mercedes still has an edge as it provides legroom of 41.9 inches, while the Range Rover provides 40.2 inches. When it comes to cargo capacity, the Range Rover has the most of 32.7 cu-ft followed by the Porsche with 23.6 cu-ft of the cargo area whereas the Mercedes has the least which is 16.9 cu-ft,
Infotainment in the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover has never been this intuitive before.The SUV now features an 8-inch touch screen infotainment unit complemented with Bluetooth, Aux, and USB Connectivity along with satellite radio. As for audio, there is a 380w Meridian audio system fitted inside the base Range Rover as standard which is upgraded to a mind-blowing 1700w unit in the topmost two trims while other trims have an option to pay extra for an 825w audio unit of the same brand..
The premium audio system sounds great. Rear seat entertainment system with remote control and front and rear winged headrest with eight-inch screens in the standard wheelbase variants and 10.2-inch ones in the LWB variants which also comes with two wireless earphones.
The Range Rover doesn’t look boxy and unattractive. The design language is somewhat sleek and has a smooth flow to it. It is huge, yet it is and it does come with all advantages and disadvantages of being that big, but still, when seen from the outside, it is not just huge, but also beautiful.
The exterior features 19 or 20 inches five split-spoke, 21-inch ten-spoke with Diamond Turned finish, 21-inch seven-spoke with High Gloss Polished finish, and many optional 22 inch wheels of different styling.
Model |
Land Rover Range Rover |
Mercedes AMG G 63 |
Porsche Cayenne Turbo S |
---|---|---|---|
Curb Weight (lbs) |
5150 |
5833 |
4927 |
Length (in.) |
196.9 |
187.5 |
191.1 |
Width (in.) |
81.6 |
76.3 |
78.7 |
Height (in.) |
72.2 |
76.3 |
67.0 |
Ground Clearance (in.) |
8.7 |
7.7 |
7.6 |
Wheelbase (in.) |
115.0 |
112.2 |
114.0 |
The Mercedes AMG G 63 weighs 5833 lbs followed by the Range Rover that weighs 5150 lbs while the Porsche is the lightest weighing 4927 lbs. The Range Rover also has the best ground clearance of 8.7 inches while the G63 AMG and the Cayenne Turbo have 7.7 and 7.6 inches of clearance respectively. The Range Rover is the longest and widest SUV in the competition.
The Land Rover Range Rover comes equipped with many standard high-tech safety features including ABS, Driver, and passenger airbags (side, seat-front, thorax and pelvis) ensuring a safe journey for all occupants. NHTSA and IIHS has not rated the 2016 Range Rover, so these ratings or crash test scores are not available for analysis. More advanced safety tech incorporated in the new Range Rover includes a surround camera system and blind-spot monitor with closing vehicle sensing and reverse traffic detection along with many other features.
The 2016 Land Rover Range Rover is a super luxurious high-tech SUV, that is also extremely capable on and off the road. It comes with all of the luxury ones can wish for in different variants, one for every person. The Range Rover is a properly updated vehicle and is incorporated with all of the innovative tech. That also does make a difference-making it one of the best contenders in the segment.