The next generation Range Rover Vogue 10MY is due to arrive in
Australia mid-September, offering even higher levels of
craftsmanship and refinement. Revealed earlier this year the Range
Rover Vogue 10MY features new engines deliver more power and
improved fuel economy, whilst state-of-the-art Adaptive Dynamics
technology further improve the Range Rover Vogue's peerless ride
quality.
On the inside the Range Rover Vogue 10MY incorporates
revolutionary new technologies, such as the world's first
automotive application of a dual view touch screen, allowing driver
and front seat passenger to view two different images
simultaneously. The system uses patented Parallax Barrier
technology to alternately hide and reveal columns of pixels to the
left and right hand views of the screen. This means that the
passenger can enjoy a DVD movie while the driver follows navigation
instructions, all on the same screen.
The traditional instrument cluster has also been replaced by a
fully configurable 12" TFT screen which presents all essential
driver information via cleverly designed 'virtual' dials and
graphical displays.
To complete the package, the Range Rover Vogue 10MY benefits
from a series of enhanced active safety aids including Adaptive
Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, Automatic High Beam Assist
and a patented reverse Tow Assist function. In addition, a surround
camera system utilises five digital cameras to relay a near
360-degree view to the touch-screen, allowing for easier parking,
towing and off road manoeuvring.
Overall these enhancements to Range Rover Vogue reinforce its
position as Land Rover's most complete luxury 4x4. Land Rover's
flagship has been comprehensively updated to deliver more refined
and efficient performance, along with the ultimate in interior
comfort and craftsmanship.
"The Range Rover Vogue 10MY is a considerable step forward for
what is already regarded as the one of the world's most complete
luxury vehicles. New engines deliver formidable power, efficiency
and customary Range Rover Vogue refinement, and new technologies,
such as the dual view screen, deliver a world first. Like its
legendary predecessors, the Range Rover Vogue 10MY continues to set
the pace," says Roger Jory, Land Rover Austraila's General
Manager.
Under the bonnet the Range Rover Vogue 10MY features two all new
efficient and powerful petrol engines. The highly acclaimed and
refined TDV8 diesel engine is carried over:
- All-new 5.0 litre LR-V8 supercharged petrol engine:
- 375kW (29% increase) and 625Nm (12% increase)
- Fuel consumption 14.9l/100km (7.3% reduction) and CO2 348g/km
(7.4% reduction)
- All-new 5.0 litre LR-V8 naturally aspirated petrol engine:
- 276kW (25% increase) and 510Nm (16% increase)
- Fuel consumption 14.0 l/100km (6.9% reduction) and CO2 326 g/km
(7.4% reduction)
- The acclaimed 3.6 litre LR-TDV8 engine is retained:
- 200kW and 640Nm
- Fuel consumption of 11.1l/100km and CO2 emissions of 294
g/km
- Mis-fuelling device (petrol fuel guard system)
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY is available in three diesel and two
petrol engine specification levels: TDV8, TDV8 Luxury, TDV8
Autobiography, 5.0 V8 and 5.0 V8 Supercharged Autobiography. The
standard features for each of the variants are as follows:
Range Rover Vogue TDV8 and 5.0 V8
Although the TDV8 and 5.0 V8 may be the Rover Vogue 10MY entry
level models, they in fact feature a high level of standard
specification. The TDV8 has a Recommended Price (before statutory
and delivery charges) of $155,000 and 5.0 V8 is priced at $158,000
(before statutory and delivery charges. The standard specification
for both variants is as follows:
- 6-Speed adaptive automatic gearbox with CommandShift®
- Cruise control
- Terrain Response™ and Electric Park Brake
- Permanent four wheel Drive
- Centre electronic differential with low range transfer box
- Electronic cross linked air suspension with automatic load
leveling and multiple modes, access, normal, off-road, extended
height
- Power assisted, speed proportional steering (PAS)
- Acoustic Windscreen and front side glass
- Heated windscreen
- Electric sunroof - tilt/slide glass
- Rain sensing wipers and automatic headlamps
- Exterior mirrors - power adjustable, heated and Powerfold
- Door puddle lamps and footwell lamps.
- Rear view camera
- Headlamps - automatic and rain sensors
- Bi-Xenon headlights with headlamp powerwash
- Park Distance Control - front & rear
- Towing preparation, crossmember & blanking plug (Tow
- 19" 7 spoke alloy wheels, with locking wheel nuts and full size
spare
- Electric windows with one touch open/close
- Climate control - automatic with air filtration
- Powered Blenheim leather front seats with driver memory and
easy entry/exit function
- Leather steering wheel, with Multi Function switches and cruise
control
- Leather covered steering wheel and gear knob, facia topper,
seat facings, armrests and cubby box lid (Type of Leather Model
Dependent)"
- Veneer - Burr Wood (Satin Finish) 10 piece wood setSill Tread
Plates - with Range Rover Lettering
- 12.3 inch TFT-LCD Virtual Instrument Panel (Thin Film
Transistor)
- Harmon Kardon audio system with DSP (11 speaker system)
- Portable Audio Interface with USB, iPod and jack plug
interface
- Hard drive navigation system with 7 inch high resolution
Touch-screen and Hybrid TV
- Bluetooth® telephone connectivity and integration
- Full length curtain side air bags, driver and passenger airbag,
driver knee airbag, front seat pelvicand thorax airbags
- Alarm System - Volumetric alarm plus tilt sensor & Battery
Backed Sounder Stability
- Control Systems - Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD),
All-terrain Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Four-wheel
Electronic Traction Control (ETC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC),
Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Electronic differential control,
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA), Understeer control logic, Hydraulic
rear brake boost, Electronic brake pre-fill, Roll Stability Control
(RSC), Trailer stability assist and Hill Descent Control (HDC) with
Gradient Release Control (GRC)
Range Rover Vogue TDV8 Luxury
The next specification level is theTDV8 Luxury with a Recommended
Price (before statutory and delivery charges) of $179,500. In
addition to the features found on the TDV8 and 5.0 V8 models, the
TDV8 Luxury also comes with the following as standard
specification:
- Climate control windscreen and front side glass
- Automatic dimming exterior door mirrors
- Adaptive Bi-Xenon headlights
- 20" V spoke alloy wheels (in lieu of 19" 7 spoke alloy
wheels)
- Ski bag and luggage net
- Perforated Oxford leather seats with heated/cooled front &
heated rear seats
- Heated leather steering wheel, with Multi Function switches and
cruise control
- Veneer - Burr Wood (Satin Finish) 12 piece wood set (incl
console side)
- Harmon Kardon Logic 7 audio system - 14 speaker surround
sound
- Rear Screen Entertainment Pack (includes DVD player, 2 screens,
2 wireless headphones, remote control and AVI panel)
- Venture Cam
Range Rover Vogue Autobiography and 5.0 V8 Supercharged
Autobiography
The pinnacle of the Range Rover Vogue 10MY range is the
Autobiography, available in diesel and supercharged petrol
powertrains. The TDV8 Autobiography has a Recommended Price of
$208,900 (before statutory and delivery charges) and the range
topping 5.0 V8 Supercharged Autobiography $229,500 (before
statutory and delivery charges). In addition to the features found
on the TDV8 Luxury, the Autobiography variants also come with the
following as standard specification:
- Dual View Touch Screen
- Adaptive Dynamics
- Vision Assist Package, includes:
- Surround Camera System
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Tow Assist
- Automatic High Beam Assist
- Diamond turned alloy wheels
- Perforated Semi-aniline Leather Seat - with heated/cooled front
& heated rear seats
- Noble grille mesh finish on both front grille and side
vents
- Supercharged design pack (S/C front grille, side vents with 3
bar design, pedals and front bumper assembly (to include titan
painted splitter bar and fog lamp bezels)
- Full Leather Facia
- Autobiography Leather door panels, including leather wrapped
door pocket finishers
- Leather Headlining including rear vanity mirrors
- Veneer - Burr Wood (Satin Finish) 14 piece wood set (including
rear of console)
- Sill Tread Plates - Brushed, with Autobiography Insert
- Autobiography Luxury Mat with leather trim edging
- Rear Electronic Differential (standard on 5.0 V8, option on
TDV8)
Range Rover Vogue 10MY Recommended Price (before
statutory and delivery charges):
TDV8 |
$155,000 |
TDV8 Luxury |
$179,500 |
TDV8 Autobiography |
$208,900 |
5.0 V8 |
$158,000 |
5.0 V8 Supercharged Autobiography |
$229,500 |
"The Range Rover Vogue remains the consummate luxury 4x4. Its
combination of unrivalled all-terrain performance with the ultimate
in comfort and refinement, remains a clear industry benchmark,"
says Roger Jory, Land Rover Austraila's General Manager.
Range Rover Vogue 10MY - In Detail
All-new LR-V8 engines deliver outstanding performance
and efficiency
- All-new 5.0-litre LR-V8 design with supercharged and naturally
aspirated versions
- 375kW Supercharged engine has 29 percent more power and 12
percent more torque than previous 4.2-litre engine - whilst
reducing fuel consumption on the EU cycle by 7.3 percent and
cutting CO2 emissions by 7.4 percent
- 276kW naturally aspirated engines 25 percent more power and 16
percent more torque than previous 4.4-litre engine - whilst
reducing fuel economy on the EU cycle by 6.9 percent and cutting
CO2 emissions by 7.4 percent
- Multi-hole central spray-guided direct injection is highly
efficient - industry first.
- High efficiency, 6th generation twin-vortex supercharger
- Torque-actuated variable camshaft timing on all four cams in V8
engine - industry first
- Camshaft profile switching and variable length inlet manifold
optimises power and torque
- Reverse cooling improves engine efficiency and speeds cabin
warm-up
- Class-leading, low-friction design features
- Lightweight construction uses recycled materials
"Both versions of the V8 return class leading levels of power
and torque combined with reduced fuel consumption and emissions -
the supercharged 5.0-litre engine is one of the most fuel efficient
in its class. As well as stunning top-end performance, they also
deliver the low-end flexibility essential for real-world driving."
Malcolm Sandford, Engine Group Chief Engineer, Land Rover
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY gets an all-new petrol engine line up
with a choice of two 5.0-litre LR-V8 units in supercharged and
naturally aspirated guise. The two engines were developed in
conjunction with Jaguar, which is the first time engines have been
designed from the outset with the requirements of both brands in
mind. Shared primary objectives included the highest possible
torque and fast response from low revs.
Although the basic architecture of both engines is the same for
each brand, some changes were needed for the Land Rover engines to
satisfy demanding all-terrain requirements. For example, the
engines feature a deeper sump to accommodate the extreme tilting
angles experienced when driving the Range Rover Vogue off road, and
to accommodate the front differential which attaches to it. In
addition, belt drives are waterproofed, as are the alternator, air
conditioning compressor, power steering pump and starter motor.
The supremely powerful supercharged LR-V8 delivers 375kW and
625Nm of torque, while the naturally aspirated version produces
276kW and 510Nm of torque. Two of the most advanced petrol engines
ever built, they are packed with innovative features to ensure that
they are also two of the most frugal in their class.
Both derivatives were developed with an emphasis on delivering a
smooth, refined and responsive driver experience, with excellent
power characteristics. Compared to the current 4.2-litre V8 the
supercharged engine increases power and torque outputs by 29
percent and 12 percent respectively.
Direct injection - increased power and torque, lower
emissions
One of the key features of the new LR-V8 is an industry first,
centrally-mounted, multi-hole, spray-guided fuel injection system,
delivering fuel at a pressure of up to 150bar directly to the
cylinder. The positioning of the injectors ensures fuel is
precisely delivered to the centre of the combustion chamber,
maximising air-fuel mixing, and improving combustion control.
Fuel is delivered by twin, high pressure fuel pumps driven via
an auxiliary shaft in the all new engine block. Delivery of fuel
direct to the cylinder has substantially contributed to improved
low speed, dynamic response which is particularly useful off-road
while adding to driving pleasure on-road. The charge cooling
effects of the direct injection fuel system have allowed the
compression ratio of the naturally aspirated engine to be raised to
11.5:1, further improving the engine economy.
During the engine warm-up phase, the combustion system employs
multiple injection mode strategies to deliver 50 percent more heat
for fast catalyst warm-up and reduced emissions.
6th generation supercharger - quieter and more
efficient.
A sixth generation, twin vortex system (TVS) supercharger is fitted
to the 375kW engine. A compact Roots-type unit, it feeds air
through twin intercoolers which in turn are water-cooled by their
own discrete cooling circuit. The high helix rotor design both
improves the supercharger thermodynamic efficiency by 16 percent
and improves noise quality to the point where the unit is virtually
inaudible. The intercoolers reduce the temperature of the
pressurised intake-air and so optimise power.
The air intake has been radically redesigned compared to the
previous V8. The intake air path is a direct feed to the
supercharger inlet from the centrally mounted front throttle body.
Air is delivered through twin air boxes which reduce flow loss and
further increase efficiency. Mechanically, the new supercharger and
its intercoolers are efficiently packaged in the V of the engine to
deliver a low overall engine height.
Responsive new transmission
The Range Rover Vogue's new petrol engines are mated to the revised
and super-smooth ZF HP28 6-speed automatic transmission. Its
characteristics have been optimised by Land Rover engineers to
provide class-leading response, with rapid and refined shifts. The
dramatic enhancement of both power and torque low down the rev
range on the new engines have made it possible to actuate the
transmission's lock-up clutch much earlier in each gear, reducing
slip through the hydraulic torque converter, so helping with the
improvements in both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
The transmission features an intelligent sport mode, which can
sense and adapt transmission characteristics to particular driving
styles.
The diesel alternative
For customers who prefer diesel power, the acclaimed 200kW
3.6-litre TDV8 engine continues to be available on the Range Rover
Vogue 10MY. It is paired with the smooth and responsive ZF HP26
6-speed automatic.
Enhanced vehicle dynamics - both on and off
road
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY benefits from a comprehensive
programme of refinements to its vehicle dynamics. The enhancements
include features that will improve ride and handling during on-road
driving, plus a series of measures that give greater capabilities
when driving off-road or when towing.
Unique adaptive dynamics system improves ride and
control
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY has an advanced new Adaptive Dynamics
system which further improves the Range Rover Vogue's peerless ride
quality with greater refinement and superior body control.
It is the world's first production system to employ model-based
predictive technology that continually optimises damper settings
for the widest possible range of conditions. Conventional dampers
are replaced by precision DampTronic Valve Technology™ damper
units, which incorporate continually adjustable damper valves.
The predictive technology enables damper settings on each wheel
to be continuously refined between 'soft', comfort oriented
settings and 'hard', firm body control settings; damper pressure on
each wheel is monitored 500 times per second. The system optimises
the vehicle's body and ride control, instantly responding to both
the demands of the prevailing driving style and of the terrain
encountered, in both on and off-road situations.
Braking system gets more power and feel
The Range Rover Vogue is equipped with a new braking system which
has been comprehensively updated to provide enhanced stopping power
and improved driver feel. The brakes for both the diesel and
naturally aspirated vehicles are modelled on the 4-piston opposed
calliper performance system from the outgoing Supercharged model.
The updated system employs 360mm ventilated front discs with new
twin piston sliding callipers made from cast-iron for enhanced
pedal feel.
The rear features 350mm ventilated discs with lightweight
aluminium single piston sliding callipers.
The braking system for the Supercharged model has been developed
in conjunction with performance brake specialists Brembo™.
This system employs 380mm ventilated front discs with unique
lightweight aluminium six-piston opposed action monoblock
callipers. 365mm ventilated discs with single piston sliding
callipers are fitted at the rear.
Greater control and safety around bends
A refinement to the stability control system helps automatically
slow the vehicle if taking a bend too fast, thus enhancing driver
control.
Enhanced Understeer Control interfaces with the brake modulator
and Powertrain control module. If the speed is too great for engine
torque reduction to control the vehicle, automatic braking
intervenes to reduce the vehicle speed, with braking pressure
applied according to the severity of the situation. At
decelerations in excess of 0.7g the brake lights are automatically
applied to warn following traffic.
This feature is complemented by the new Roll Stability Control
system, which is designed to intervene in the unlikely case of an
extreme situation in which the possible onset of a rollover is
detected. In such situations, the system is designed to take over
and perform very rapid, wheel specific braking, to help reduce
speed and marginally widen the cornering radius.
Improved performance and stability off-road
The award winning Terrain Response™ system is subject to a
whole series of improvements for 10MY including enhanced
capabilities when tackling challenging terrain like sand or large
rocks.
For soft sand - one of the most power-hungry surfaces - 'sand
launch control' has now been introduced, which makes for noticeably
easier drive-away. New, speed-dependent wheel-slip targets for the
traction control system permit only very limited initial
wheel-slip, helping to prevent the wheels digging down into the
sand.
Revisions to the rock crawl program improve brake and traction
control response times, helping to reduce the wheels rolling in an
unintended direction when traversing boulders and giving a more
composed drive through rocky terrain.
Land Rover's much-acclaimed Hill Descent Control system is
enhanced on the latest Range Rover Vogue with the addition of
Gradient Release Control. This inhibits the initial rate of
acceleration when descending very steep inclines, to increase
control and reduce the potentially alarming lurch which can occur
when braking is released at extreme angles.
More stable towing
For safer and more stable towing, the Range Rover Vogue 10MY
incorporates Trailer Stability Assist. This system detects trailer
oscillations by monitoring key vehicle behaviours, such as
uninvited steering movements and slight vehicle swing in response
to trailer behaviour. In these circumstances, the system can
initiate engine torque reduction and braking interventions to help
bring the towing back under control.
Classic Range Rover Vogue style with contemporary
details
"We have introduced a number of more contemporary design
elements on the Range Rover Vogue 10MY, but have been careful not
to disturb the vehicle's classic proportions and unique silhouette.
The refined detailing and cleaner surfaces of the 10MY retain the
timeless and noble qualities which are traditional hallmarks of
Range Rover Vogue design." Design Director, Gerry McGovern
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY features subtle revisions to the
exterior styling, introducing some attractive new design elements
which enhance the classic Range Rover Vogue style with more
contemporary detailing.
New headlights feature the Range Rover Vogue's trademark
inter-locking circle design, but are more clearly visible, day or
night, with LED lamp technology. The headlights are marginally
shallower, and 'bookend' a deeper, more upright mesh grille which
follows the distinctive style introduced on the current
supercharged model. A black and silver Land Rover badge replaces
the traditional green and silver design.
A new bumper completes the smoother, more sculpted front end,
reflecting the clean surface integration which is now
characteristic of Range Rover Vogue design. The fog lamps are
relocated from the bumper skin to the lower front air-intake.
The side of the vehicle features new 'three-stripe' LED
indicators and redesigned three-section fender vents. The same
design theme is adopted by the rear LED light clusters, which
incorporate 'three-stripe' directional indicators.
Interior showcases luxurious materials and revolutionary
technologies
Superbly crafted new materials and some revolutionary display
technologies help to improve a cabin this is already widely
regarded as one of the automotive world's finest.
To further enhance the premium interior ambience, the Range
Rover Vogue 10MY introduces new luxury grade European leather trim
for the headlining, pillar and door casings. Facia buttons now
feature a satin chrome-plated finish, which are beautifully
highlighted by the Range Rover Vogue's upgraded waterfall interior
lighting. High quality black satin and natural wood finishes
complete the sumptuous feel of the interior architecture.
'Virtual' dials and graphic displays replace traditional
instruments
One of the major innovations in the Range Rover Vogue 10MY is found
in the instrument cluster. Here, traditional physical instruments
are replaced by a fully configurable 12" TFT screen which presents
all essential driver information via cleverly designed 'virtual'
dials and graphical displays.
The system's message centre (the area between rev counter and
speedometer) can be customised by the driver to display personal
prioritised information, from system warnings, outside temperature
and vehicle information to less critical data such as audio and
telephone displays.
The message centre also relays off-road information, such as
steering angle, wheel articulation, suspension settings and Terrain
Response™ settings. Fingertip control of settings and menus
on the TFT screen is provided by an updated steering wheel which
incorporates a five-way controller.
World first 'dual view' screen technology
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY is the first to feature 'dual view'
infotainment touch screen technology. The display allows the driver
and passenger to view completely different images simultaneously.
This means that the passenger can enjoy a DVD movie while the
driver follows navigation instructions, all on the same screen.
The system uses patented Parallax Barrier technology to
alternately hide and reveal columns of pixels to the left and right
hand views of the screen. The display comes with a specially
designed agar coating to help prevent sunlight bleaching.
The screen retains all of the touch-screen functionality of the
previous display, but the graphics and menus have been redesigned
for easier and more intuitive operation, allowing the number of
'hard' buttons around the screen to be reduced by a third. As
before, functions such as satellite navigation, DVD video, and
audio systems can be controlled via the display.
An updated voice control system with enhanced voice recognition
software complements the touch screen, and can be used to control a
range of entertainment and comfort features such as the audio
system and climate control.
Advanced vehicle technologies enhance convenience and
safety
"The technologies built into the Range Rover Vogue 10MY are
designed to improve convenience and safety, reducing the stress of
driving in modern motoring conditions, on all terrains. With
technology sharing the workload, the result is a more relaxed,
alert driver." Paul Walker, Chief Programme Engineer
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY incorporates a comprehensive
selection of advanced vehicle technologies which enhance
convenience and improve active safety for the driver.
Adaptive Cruise Control
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY features Land Rover's Adaptive Cruise
Control system (ACC) for the first time. The system employs a 76GHz
scanning radar to locate vehicles moving in the same direction, and
is designed to maintain optimal vehicle speed by using
acceleration, deceleration and braking to keep a specified distance
from the traffic ahead.
ACC comes with four driver-selectable settings, designed to suit
individual driving style and traffic / road conditions. The driver
can select a 'headway' of between 1 to 2.2 seconds, with a default
setting of 1.8 seconds; this equates to a 50 meter distance from
the vehicle ahead when travelling at 100km/h. The system is
designed to operate at speeds of up to 180km/h.
Vehicles fitted with the ACC system also benefit from a new
Advanced Emergency Brake Assist system working in conjunction with
the Forward Alert System's radar, this primes the vehicle's braking
system, and even initiates braking in extreme circumstances if a
collision is judged possible. Valuable improvements in braking
distances have been recorded in the testing of this system.
Updated infotainment systems
A new hard-drive navigation system provides faster route
calculation, larger area map coverage and improved reliability. The
navigation system adopts an improved navigation structure which now
also features 'towards guidance'. This supplements the junction map
and icon-based information with details of the actual road signage
viewed by the driver along the route.
The new Portable Audio Interface allows connectivity to an array
of personal audio storage devices, USB sticks and MP3 players,
enabling the various devices' functions to be accessed and
controlled via the facia-mounted touch-screen system. One of the
connectivity ports is a dedicated iPodTM point made exclusively by
Land Rover, for continued functionality in extreme driving
conditions, by helping to prevent the device coming loose from the
socket.
Enhanced safety and visibility
The Range Rover Vogue 10MY has a blind spot monitoring system
available, which uses side-mounted radar sensors to detect vehicles
and other solid objects in the vehicle's blind spot area. If an
object is detected, a bright amber warning icon is illuminated in
the driver's door mirror.
A new surround camera system supports easier parking, towing and
off road manoeuvring. It features five digital cameras which relay
a near 360-degree view to the touch-screen display. The cameras
function immediately the vehicle is started, and can be used at
speeds up to 18km/h, with options for selecting and zooming in to
assist with close quarter parking and with towing.
The Patented 'reverse tow assist' function (selected from the
touch screen menu) helps perform accurate towing manoeuvres. The
wide field of views on the side cameras give a clear view of the
reversing trailer and the images are electronically manipulated to
provide an undistorted view. Guide lines overlaid on the rear
camera image illustrate both the vehicle and trailer's trajectory
and move in line with steering inputs, making it easier for the
driver to predict where the trailer will move to, before performing
the reversing manoeuvre. Specific characteristics such as type of
trailer, number of axles and width guides can be fed into the
system to enhance the system outputs.
The Range Rover Vogue's front headlights incorporate high beam
assist technology. This can automatically switch on high beam
headlights where external light levels are below the system's
threshold. Importantly, the system is also designed to detect
preceding and approaching traffic, and in a split second will
automatically switch back to low beam to avoid dazzling others.
All-new electrical architecture
The performance of many of the Range Rover Vogue 10MY's advanced
technologies is enhanced by a completely new electrical
architecture which supports more efficient integration between the
various systems. Information is shared between electronic
components via a high speed Controller Area Network (CAN), with a
fibre optic Media Orientated System Transport (MOST) network
controlling the modules of the infotainment system, enhancing
reliability and saving weight.
e-TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES boost economy and lower CO2
emissions
Under the banner of e_TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES, Land Rover is
implementing a range of measures to reduce fuel consumption and CO2
emissions, without compromising Range Rover Vogue's refinement or
renowned all-terrain capabilities. Both the new LR-V8 5.0 and LR-V8
supercharged petrol engines were designed from the outset to
deliver class-leading fuel economy and improved low-end torque.
The LR-V8s' new high pressure, spray guided direct injection
system optimises combustion while the new variable camshaft timing
system, camshaft profile switching and variable inlet manifold of
the naturally aspirated engine all join forces to ensure the engine
is optimised for fuel efficiency throughout the range.
The supercharged engine is also fitted with the new variable
camshaft timing system as well as a sixth generation, twin-vortex
supercharger whose high-helix rotor design improves its
thermodynamic efficiency by 16 percent. Faster warm-up thanks to
the new cooling system also improves fuel economy as do the low
friction design features.
The new engines have been also been optimised for low-end torque
as well as economy, making it possible to activate the lock-up
clutch of the ZF HP-28 automatic transmission at lower speed. This
reduces 'slip' in the hydraulic torque converter improving both
fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The higher torque at lower rpm
also enables longer gearing for more economical cruising.
The Range Rover Vogue incorporates several other energy saving
features too. New front wheel deflectors reduce drag and an
Intelligent Power Management System includes smart regenerative
charging, so whenever possible the alternator charges the battery
when it is most economical to do so, such as when the vehicle is
coasting rather than accelerating.
For further information please contact:
Guido Schenken
Public Affairs Department
Land Rover Australia
Phone: +61 2 9020 1517
Email: gschenk4@landrover.com
Website: www.landrover.com.au
Kevin Goult
Marketing and Public Affairs Manager
Land Rover Australia
Phone: +61 2 9020 1509
Email: kgoult1@landrover.com
Website: www.landrover.com.au