New crossover Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Range Rover Velar - First Test Drive Stunning Appearance and Overall Dimensions

11.09.2017

Preface.
"Friendly get ready, after the test drive will be depression. It will be hard to fall from him" - with these words I passed this car for a test drive my friend. Two days with new Range Rover Velar.

New or slightly new?
Company Land Rover. introduced its own new model Arriving that this car will become a fashion legislator in the world of automotive industry. A model that is not similar to other models, a model that is distinguished from the crowd. All this, the new Range Rover Velar.

The form.
"White, very white, hot such." Getting on the test drive white color car, I have already immediately configured that I will not be delighted with him. I do not like white cars, so this one expected with mild bias, but seeing his "live", I realized that I was very mistaken. White velock with black items looks very stylish, rough and solid. The front grill, the hood and bumper emphasize his style, and the front headlights "cut" eyes with their eyes. Driving on it, I constantly felt the sights of others, and the owners of expensive cars.

Inside.
Opening a heavy door (I love heavy doors, especially with my Range Rover Sport 2-generation), comfortably cropped, 3 things rush right away. First. No, these are not two monitors that everyone says. This steering wheel. The most beautiful steering wheel that I have ever seen. He is just so beautiful and elegant that they are afraid to touch him with "unwashed hands." Second this is two touch monitor. We have already seen hundreds of video on YouTube, I will say one thing - they really fit well into the concept of the interior design. Convenient, elegant, modern. Of course, it will be necessary to get used to some chips, but new technologies are forced to change their stereotypes and habits. Third. Denim salon. In the model on the test drive, the salon "Leather", but in the salon I was sitting in the "denim" salon and would definitely take him to myself. He is very suitable there.

About technologies.
Here you can still characterize in one word - ultra-modern. The pneumatic suspension as always on top, it is true only in the configuration with a 3.0 liter engine ", on the road help to drive a large number of chips, for which I usually don't even pay attention. I am from those people who do not surprise automatic control, definition Traffic bands, I only respect the signal showing the overtaking. If you have an Apple Watch, and I gave them a daughter, then with their help you can start a car, turn off or just open / close. Convenient? Conveniently. But you can't go without keys After all, who on such a car will ride without additional satellite alarm, which means that the tablet must be carried with you in your pocket.

About engines.
By ordering the car there is an opportunity to choose from 2 and 3 liter gasoline or diesel engine. I would not even look at the 2-liter, but only on a 3-liter diesel, I personally, it is ideal for me in the ratio of price-convenience. 300 horses run quickly and easily managed.

What's wrong?
In any car you can find what I like, and what is not. In this car it is difficult to complain about. Personally, I have a little bit of place behind, but it is me, since my height is 1.95m. Do not forget that not everyone will easily get used to new technologies. I am an iPhone, so I have already got used to some inconveniences and restrictions in counterweight to the design of the iPhone, and here will have to. When you start the car, you need to wait about 20 seconds until two monitors work fully and only then you can enable the functions of the air conditioner or heating you need. To this you need to get used to it.

The price of the question!
Prices begin with 3.9 million rubles and end in the limit of your wishes in the region of 7.2 million. At the time of test drive, dealers were issued to the first buyer a special first edition version for 7 million. Really steep cars. But is it necessary? If you are a football player's wife, then most likely yes. :)

Yourself?
Someone likes a square house, someone is classic, and someone is futuristic. Land Rover Velar A car about which I really thought. Here is just one problem, when choosing your Range Rover Sport of the 2nd generation and new Velar, I choose the sport. :)

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Two exclusive modifications of Audi A7 Sportback are ready for sales in Russian brand dealers.

The four-door coupe from Audi got the names of Ocean GT and Ultra Nova GT. In total, there are only 111 copies of each modification. vehicle. In domestic car dealerships, they are only 15 pieces.

Complete set Ocean GT has a sea wave color, and the interior is separated by the skin. At the same time, the second limited version of the AUDI A7 Sportback is made in purple shades.

On the verge from the driver there is a mention that the model is exclusive. There is an overlay "1 of 111".

The basis for the presented cars was the version 55 TFSI, which was completed with an engine with a volume of 3 liters and a capacity of 340 horsepower.

The running part is equipped with a pneumatic suspension, dynamic control systems are also installed. In the standard set, you offer options to enhance comfort when driving a car.

Company Audi. Spent a presentation at once several new models of electric cars at the international exhibition of cars in Frankfurt. A distinctive feature of the models was the installation of an autonomous motion control system.

The cars presented at the exhibition have formed a whole family under the unified name AI. The line of models includes: AI SUV: Trail, Unmanned Aicon, AI Sporter: Race and Hatchback AI: ME.

The new Range Rover Velar is the fourth car in the Luxury Range Rover SUV family. He takes a niche between Evoque and Sport models and becomes a dangerous competitor to the German regulars of the class: Mercedes Benz. GLC, BMW X3 and Audi Q5

Reductionism, as the Press Release Range Rover Velar, is a step aside from the deliberate complexity to simple solutions in order to emphasize the true advantages of the model. It is in this venerable that the appearance of new items has been developed. Designers spent months, processing a plasticine mockup of an SUV, cutting millimeters from the body panel profile to achieve an ideal game of light and shadow. They cut off all more unnecessary as during the cut diamond. And they turned out, I would not be afraid of this word, masterpiece: the exterior of Velar has no complex surfaces, but at the same time attracts the look and fascinates the harmoniousness of the appearance.

The creators of the model were so deeply plunged into this lowestrationism, which even deprived the car of the usual door handles: they say, disturb the purity of the body surfaces. Handles in the novelty are made flush with doors and put forward when pressed the button. I really have a fear of right away: what will happen if a finger will fall under the handle when locking the locks? She fits him? And how will all this act in the winter after, for example, ice rain?

But representatives of the Company dispelled doubts - the mechanism is most safe as possible and thought out. So, if the handle is completely taken with a hindrance, it will immediately stop moving and will continue it only after the obstacle is eliminated. Of course, I experienced: I pressed the locking button of the locks, put my finger in the slot, and ... nothing terrible did not happen. Handle and did not press me as it should - even the child will not painfully. And as soon as the finger took out, the handle closed. As for freezing, the engineers of the brand told me that they poured the doors with water and frozen to very low temperatures, but the mechanism still continued to work as if nothing had happened. Well, while I will believe them for the word and ... Let's wait for the winter. And there again test.

Verified solutions

Technically Range Rover Velar is identical to the company's referral to the Jaguar F-Pace crossover. They coincides with the wheelbase, although the rear Sve from Range Rover is longer. This is done not so much for the sake of the volume of the luggage compartment, how much of the aesthetics considerations: the long rear sv, in combination with a short front, gives the car with classic proportions.

And equipped with Velar richer than F-PACE. So, the representative of the "Feline" family is not available a pneumatic suspension, and for Range Rover - please. Although the usual springs are true, just at the initial versions. And even for VELAR, you can order a locking of the rear differential, because this car is designed to move not only on asphalt, but also off-road. And of course, it is equipped with a company system Terrain Response With multiple options for settings for different types of surfaces and relief. Pneumatic suspension allows you to increase ground clearance To an impressive 251 mm (with a standard 205 mm), and the depth of the overcome fodder is 650 mm (with a spring suspension, the road clearance is 213 mm, the former - 600 mm).

For new items, 4-cylinder (2 L) and 6-cylinder (3 L) power units operating on gasoline and diesel filament are offered. Gasoline engines develop 250 and 300 hp. In a 2-liter version and 380 hp - in a 3-liter. Turbodizers also have two power options for the volume of 2 l - 180 and 240 hp, and the 3-liter version develops 300 hp Transmission for all modifications automatic 8-range.

Buttons - evil?

The desire for simplicity continues in the cabin. Where are all the buttons? Instead of them - sensory displays. And if we are already starting to get used to the virtual instruments and the central screen of the interface, then the touchscreen on the center console is still in the novelty. On the glossy black panel there are three "twists", the central of them is responsible for the volume, and the side can perform various functions that are selected using the touch keys located nearby.

So, rotating these "rings", you can adjust the temperature, adjust the intensity of heating and ventilation of the seats or switch the modes responsible for the driving quality of the car. In this case, all the action is reflected on the touch screen using magnificent graphics. By the way, it happened! Finally the quality of "pictures" english car Not inferior to the reference in this class "Germans". Keys on the steering wheel, by the way, also sensory. For example, in order to increase or decrease the volume of music, you need to make a circular movement with your finger on "Kreagash" on the left needle.

As for me personally, I am wary of all this sensory farm, because during the movement by the virtual keys it is impossible to use to the touch - it is necessary, though not for long, distracted by the road. In addition, it is not known how it all will work in a strong frost after a long parking lot. Representatives of the brand assure that everything will be fine, except that the response time will slow down. But in the heat, the responsiveness is not instant, although the delays are small and irritation do not cause. And of course, it will not work in gloves in gloves. But now summer, and even in Norway, where the test drive was passed, quite warm.

Otherwise, the sensations of VELAR are a real Range Rover. Moreover, it is much closer to the "senior" model Sport than to the "younger" evoque. The straight and wide, skin-sheathed front panel with thin slots of the ventilation holes gives the feeling of space, landing is high, and the visibility is great. The seats seemed to me harsh and not particularly anatomical, but over time I, as they say, was forced and for the entire test he felt fine. Fans of gadgets inform that the machine provides 4G-Internet and Wi-Fi access point, allowing you to connect up to eight devices, USB ports and outlets.

On the second row relatively spacious, but no more. In this class, there are cars offering more space for feet. But here is a convenient sofa, which also has electrical adjustment of the back of the back. But the baggage compartment is very large for its segment: when placing the rear sofa, its volume increases with an impressive 673 l to almost bottomless 1731 liters. There is also a special ski hatch, and the function of the contactless opening of the fifth door makes it easier to load heavy boosted. Even for VELAR, as well as for the latest Land Rover Discovery, a water-resistant shockproof bracelet is offered, allowing you to lock the car, leaving the keys in the cabin.

Do not hurry!

The test drive warned that in Norway, the fines for exceeding the speed are huge and no + 20 km / h, as in Russia, can not be speeches. After that, provided me with the most powerful modifications of new items: with a 300-strong turbodiesel and a 380-strong gasoline unit. That is, you can accelerate on ... 80 km / h! Roads allowing to move faster, it was simply not. However, it turned out later, no longer needed. Because the car does not provoke on a violation of the speed mode.

I start with a gasoline version equipped with a mechanical supercharger, which is from the engine crankshaft and, accordingly, not having turbopauses. Indeed, the engine pulls immediately with idling. Overclocking is a smooth "back to the top", and the motor reacts gently even in the "dynamic" mode to press the accelerator pedal. And the automatic gearbox runs smoothly, no rush anywhere. As a result, the car is perceived calm, despite the well-supplied "voice" of the power unit. Tolik Azart can be obtained except in the tunnel, if you open the windows and "fasten", and enjoy the pleasant sound of the compressor engine.

I don't want to go on a winding highway too. Steering It is sufficiently sharp (a little more than 2.5 turns from the stop until the stop) and accurate, and with informativeness he has an order, but the car is perceived heavy in turns, although the rolls are not to say that it is great. Even "clamped" into the "dynamic" mode of the pneumatic suspension does not provide this SUV sports chassis. However, VELAR is managed securely and correct. Combly, it should move the car Range Rover brand, just his rapid appearance He knocked me off. If you go calmer, everything will fall into place.

The pneumatic suspension was unexpectedly tough. But this is no wonder on optional 22-inch disks with low-profile "tape" instead of rubber (despite basic configuration Velar is equipped with 18-inch wheels). They look, of course, beautiful, but practical value tends to zero. Yes, and the buzz from these tires is not weak.

Therefore, when the organizers arranged me to arrive in the mountain along the stony primer, for the safety of rubber and wheels, I began to be seriously fear. However, despite the inappropriate "shoes", Velar screamed upwards, without claiming even switching to "off-road" mode. The return route was also everyday life thanks to the system of descending from the mountain: you sit, pursing my legs, and the car itself controls the speed of the congress. Perhaps, in this class, it is unlikely that anyone can drive a better off-road.

Under the test curtain, we transplanted on a 300-strong turbo diesel modification. Oh, this engine like me more! There are almost no vibrations, the sound is noble and craving awesome. But the suspension was not as collected as a gasoline version: delayed in the reactions to management, and the accuracy of the trajectory has deteriorated. In this case, the smoothness of the course is no better, despite the less extreme, although there are still very large 21-inch wheels. However, again, if not approaching this modification of VELAR with "sports" standards, there will be no complaints about it.

So, this is a typical Range Rover who can ride not only on asphalt, but also a fairly serious off-road, for which the SUVs of the English brand love. The ability to "pour" in the turns at high speed are not required. Those who love honed asphalt habits buy other cars, in universality strongly inferior Range Rover. And this versatility costs money. For initial modifications (250 hp, gasoline and 180 hp, diesel), dealers are asked from 3,880,000 rubles, and the most powerful, 380-strong version will cost at least 5,253,000 rubles. The first commercial copies of the new model to Russia will begin to come in October 2017.

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Icebreaker. Test Drive Range Rover Velar

Range Rover Velar looks more like a bold concept, and not on the serial car: a low body without traditional door handles, touch displays instead of a push-button control and giant wheels

Velar - derived from Latin "hide". This name must confuse journalists and all those who could see the prototype of the very first Range Rover during testing: the innovative car was trying to classify. After half a century, Velar confuses again. The crossover carrying this name is more like a brave concept that has just left the podium of one of the major motor shows: a low body without traditional door handles, sensory displays instead of a push-button control and giant wheels. Nevertheless, he serial and will soon reach Russia.

The new Velar is similar to all "Ranj Rovers" immediately. Massive radiator grille and rolled rear bumper Remind the flagship SUV, the "bird" on the sidewall and quadrangular exhaust pipes - about the little Evoque. The lanterns are connected by a jumper as on Range Rover Sport.

The length of VELAR close to "sport": it is shorter than just 47 mm, but at the same time height is slightly higher Evoque (1665 millimeters). Wheel base in 2874 mm - Tip, because exactly the same distance between the Jaguar F-Pace axes. VELAR is built on the same aluminum platform and is equipped with the same all-wheel drive transmission with a plug-in front axle. Velar is larger than F-PACE primarily at the expense of the rear sink and at the expense of it is more specific. The volume of the trunk is one of the largest in class - 637 liters against 508 liters of Jaguar. Places in the back row are not so much so as not to threaten the existence of Range Rover Sport.

With the advent of Jaguar F-Pace, the second brand of the united company turned out to be unleashed. If you can make the most off-road and practical "jaguar", then why not instill "Ranju" sports genes? Range Rover already has model Sport, and in the extreme version of SVR, it easily leaves five seconds. However, the aluminum giant weighs more than two tons and for rapid movement it requires voracious compressor "eights".

If the elder brother is completely aluminum, then the share of light alloys in the body of Vlar is 81%, in particular, he has steel doors. At the same time, the difference in weight in machines with the same gasoline engines V6 and reaches 260 kilograms. The six-cylinder Velar is also more powerful - 380 hp, and all together it gives a two-year-round advantage in acceleration to 100 km per hour. In order for Range Rover Sport to go faster, it needs a five-liter compressor V8, with which the mass and consumption are significantly increased.

For the first time when creating a car Range Rover brand so much attention was given aerodynamics. The characteristic body with a long rear breath and a descending line of the roof as sharpened as much as possible and made more squat. For the sake of streamliness, even from door handles - they are made by retractable. The coefficient of aerodynamic resistance is 0.32-0.36 - for comparison, RR Sport, depending on the model is 0.34-0.37. In theory it was possible to achieve better results, not sacrificing handles, but stylists made against them.

Velar Design Specialist James Watkins believes that smooth Boca gave a crossover similarity to the expensive yacht. In addition, the retractable handles are forced to remember the supercars and high-tech "tesche". And that is funny, do not contradict the DNA of the brand: the very first Land Rover, resembling the tractor rather, and not the car, was also deprived of the outer door handles.

Victorious "blades", as in Jaguar F-Type, engineers preferred a more complex P-shaped design. According to Watkins, the passenger must feel the impressiveness of the handle - it's still a crossover. The knobs are extended when unlocking doors from the key or buttons on the door, and hide automatically when the car picks up. They are not afraid of sand and dirt, and with ease of Russian atomic submarines, a thick layer of ice is prolamed.

In any case, it was on the official video. The declared thickness of the nondes is 4 mm, but the electric motors are quite powerful, and no matter how you give it to the handle outside, it will still be pulled out. When the car is closed, the handle does not bite his fingers. In this I was convinced of my own experience: having met an obstacle, she just won't hide inside the door.

Retractable door handles trams safe. They are not afraid of dirt, sand and capable of breaking the resulting froth.

The interior is deprived of the details and because it enhances the impression of the concept: the front panel with the architecture characteristic of the Range Rover models glitches the black gloss of the displaced displays. Physical buttons and handles on it are the minimum - the control is mostly sensory. It is worth finding an inconspicuous engine start button - it is real - and the panel comes to the multi-colored violence of characters. She has a strong slope, because of which it takes to the air ducts, and the multimedia display is advanced.

Range Rover is not surprised by the Range Rover digital tidy - on the British brand cars drawn dials have appeared long ago. Over the past years, it was possible to pull the multimedia system to a modern level. Giant touchscreen display in the entire central console - a gift from the future.

And the future of humane: one of the preserved physical handles adjusts the audio volume of the audio system. Maybe not as high tech, but in high degree Conveniently compared with the touch key on the steering wheel, which is constantly taking. The purpose of two more twist depends on one of the selected screens. They adjust the temperature, the intensity of heating seats. In the off-road menu, the left switches the running modes, and the right is again responsible for climate and heating.

For a car of this level in the salon a bit of hard plastic, but in general the interior looks expensive, highly technologically, and besides well isolated from noise. And with the upholstery fabric of the Danish company KVADRAT becomes very cozy.

The front panel has a strong slope, so the air ducts are arranged and need to reach them.

The sensory, shooting by Vlar laser headlights should if not fly, then at least move on a silent electric shirt. But under the hood sings a gasoline three-liter engine with a drive supercharger. And it causes nostalgia as Frank Sinatra on Radio "Golden Hits 60s". Compressor motors at the time to enter the Red Book is similar to the Amur tigers, and it will be so sorry if they die.

Three-liter V6 with a capacity of 380 hp Gradually increases the thrust and goes to the peak 450 nm after the tachometer arrow turns out to be exactly in the middle between the numbers 3 and 4. VELAR dies on the rear axle, like a motor boat or large sUV RANGE. ROVER, and with increasing speed pressed against the ground. From the spot it exchanges "hundred" in 5.7 seconds. This is still a maximum possible, but hardly JLR will stop at this: there are even more prompt competitors on the market. In any case, this is a very fast crossover, especially in Norwegian roads, where the maximum allowed is 80 km / h, and more often there are signs "50" and "60". It is necessary to let go tight pedal Gas, how Vlar will grind to break.

In the next turn of the serpentine "Trolli Staircase", we donate from the motorcyclist's staircase on the wet asphalt, then I woof the Volvo wagon - he boiled, overcoming the middle of the rise. After stuck in the tourist minibus. Not exactly what she had dreamed earlier. At the same time, in Norway with its rare traffic, there is where to try out handling.

The sporty character of the new crossover is felt immediately: when landing lacks the pillow adjustment and want to sit down even lower. The steering wheel of "Velara" is a bit artificial, but at the same time. Drive on a large car on winding tracks, where two cars will run out with difficulty, one pleasure. It is a pity that the tires begin to slide early and in general are noisy - there would be a more road version.

With the most powerful current compressor gasoline engine (380 hp) VELAR accelerates to 100 km / h in 5.7 seconds.

The AUTO mode is successfully fighting with rolls and vibrations from huge 22-inch wheels. It is enough to go to the sports mode, like VELAR immediately becomes tough and begins to mark imperceptible defects. And in a comfortable suspension, it blooms and pins with a jitter of unsophisticated masses. Diesel machine With wheels on an inch, less should be more comfortable, but in fact it is not so unequivocal, like a gasoline: the steering wheel is not enough informativeness, and the suspension is repulsed. Such Velar takes a powerful burden - diesel 700 nm available at 1500 revolutions. With such an argument, you do not notice slow down responses to GAZ and some motor intrainance and 8-speed transmission. Diesel three-liter velar teleports passengers to a speed of 100 km / h in just 6.5 seconds.

Even the most road and sports range rover should be able to climb - this skill is still the subject of pride of the British company. It would seem pressed to the Earth and deprived of the reduced transfer VELAR - not a fighter on off-road. Pneumatic resistant allow you to increase the ground clearance from 205 to 251 mm, and tricky off-road programs - confidently ride in the sand, dirt, stones and not be afraid of diagonal hanging.

Circular review cameras and large mirrors are healthy in maneuvering. But not everything managed to "velara" in difficult areas perfect. In the off-road position, the suspension practically chooses moves and becomes completely tough - there would be a smaller diameter wheels and a tire with a higher profile. "AUTOMA" is a lover of switching transmission on a tense gravel lift, which is why it is necessary to translate it into the gym.

Without veils

VELAR translated means "veiled", "veil-covered". How is this due to the new brainchild of Jaguar Land Rover - Range Rover Velar car? This name was received in 1969 pre-production sample of the first Range Rover. Since then, a lot of water has flowed, but the conservative British of Chtuts traditions. It should be noted that the newborn Velar fits organically into the family, without losing a kind of charm inherent in Range Rover cars, but bringing a lot of both designer and technological innovations

text: Stanislav Shustitsky

Range Rover Velar. Price: from 3 880 000 rub. On sale: from autumn 2017

All solutions in the interior emphasize the status of the model. Including materials used

The location that Jaguar Land Rover marketers highlighted Velar in the range of Range Rover models, which now became four, quite logical: between the Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Evoque. If the Sport Wheel Base Length is 2923 mm, and Evoque is 2660 mm, then Vlar This indicator is 2874 mm. Built VELAR on the Jaguar F-PACE platform, and aluminum (more than 80% of the body design) is also actively used in its modular design. But the general platform is, perhaps, everything that unites these cars. They are absolutely different both in terms of design and by chassis. Not in the sense that one is better, but the other worse, but just different. If we talk about the exterior of Velar, here is once again not to do without compliments to the designers of Jaguar Land Rover, who managed to connect the brutality of the SUV with the elegance of the premium class car. Ask any of the company's designers, what is the secret of the success of their models. I am ready to argue that in response you will hear: "In proportions!" And then they will begin to prepare the image created by them. Matt Walquins did not fail to make Matt Walquins, a person who was responsible for the first sketches of the concept of this car: "Having determined the place of Vlar in the Range Rover lineup, we were not going to design a" matryoshka ", that is, stretch the Sport model or hp evoque. Next, Matt said the traditional speech about the proportions and moved to the details: "As soon as the question with proportions was resolved, the image of a new car was formed by itself: a short front ot, a little longer Svet rear, clear profile line, long wheelbase, wheels of large diameter ( Depending on the version, VELAR is completed with the wheels with a diameter of 18 to 22 inches - approx. auth.) ... The basis of the design - smoothly flowing surfaces, and the whole image creates a feeling of glamor and elegance. To create this impression, we spent several months in the laboratory, seeking the desired game of light on the surfaces of the Velar body. The work was accurate to a millimeter, and it began at the level of the preparation of the clay model. "

Talking about the design features of Range Rover Velar, Matt Walquins often used the term "reductionism", they say, the path to superiority should not always be difficult. In any case, externally. And I got the impression that the word "reductionism" became a kind of epigraph to the technical task for creating Range Rover Velar. "And there is still a number of details that we pride," Matt continued. - For example, door handles. This is the most ugly part of the car, and for me it was important to hide them as much as possible. VELAR handles are put forward when opening a car and remove flush with surfaces when locking doors or at a vehicle speed over 8 km / h. " By the way, accuracy when creating ideal body lines and accuracy in fitting panels and details of the decor - not just tribute to "beautifulness." Jaguar Land Rover engineers carefully worked on aerodynamics. In particular, the VELAR aerodynamic resistance coefficient is 0.32 - a very good indicator for the SUV. If you continue the topic of new technologies used in creating the appearance of VELAR, it is worth it to say about LED headlats that are included in the basic configuration of all versions. And optionally accessible four lighting options, including matrix-laser LED headlights. In this embodiment, the power of the light beam far Light Headlight allows you to illuminate 550 meters of the road, and the matrix technology prevents blinding drivers of opposite cars.

Speaking about the design of Vlar, Matt Walquins often conducted analogies with the ship. Agree, there is something in common. And "reductionism" is present ...

Not less than the exterior, the spirit of reductionism is impregnated and interior solutions. Despite the fact that the Diocese of Matt Walquins was still the design of the exterior, he also said a few words about the salon, repeating the definitions of "glamorous" and "elegant," but added that the Vlar Salon is the "island of calm." And with the first definitely do not argue - even the artificial leather LUXTEC and the suede basic configuration looks respectable, and natural perforated leather is used in versions of S and SX. As for the version of HSE, here and in the finish dashboardAnd in the door facing used luxury perforated windsor leather. But on this list of finishing materials does not end: as an alternative to traditional skin, a textile fabric is offered, developed in conjunction with the Danish designer company Kvadrat.

And again reductionism in action: In the interior, clear dominants, there is no destructive style of abundance of keys, switches, buttons ...

Immersing in the "glamorous" and "elegant" salon VELAR, re-remember the favorite word English designers - "reductionism". There are no keys, no lever, no buttons activating the functions of the car. The interior dominants are the long front panel and the central console with two black screens of the newest multimedia tOUCH systems PRO DUO. In the basic version, before the drivers' eyes of the driver, analog devices and a 5-inch TFT display, and starting with a SE configuration - a 12.3-inch interactive display that the driver can configure depending on its preferences. Speed, navigation tips and information about the operation of a number of systems can be removed using a projection display on windshield. Engine start, and the screens on the center console come to life: in the top display menu, three sectors responsible for navigation, multimedia and telephone, in the liability zone of the lower display - climate control, heating and seat ventilation (as well as the Massage function) and controlling the Terrain Response system allowing the driver on the basis of road conditions Select the desired engine adaptation mode, transmission, systems full drive, suspension, etc.

LED rear lights Solved in a single style with head lighting

In the line of power units Range Rover Velar six engines. These are diesel 2-liter 4-cylinder engines ingenium D180 and D240: the first, equipped with a turbine with a variable geometry, has a power of 180 liters. from. And the maximum torque of 430 nm at 1500 rpm, the second, in the design of which two turbocharger is used, produces a power of 240 liters. from. And the maximum torque is 500 nm at 1500 rpm. The newest, 3-liter diesel engine V6 has a power of 300 liters. from. And torque 700 nm. This motor provides a car overclocking a mass of almost two tons to 100 km / h in 6.5 seconds. The most economical gasoline engine is a 2-liter 4-cylinder ingenium with a capacity of 250 liters. from. and maximum torque of 365 nm. At the same time, the P300 version is the most powerful in the 4-cylinder Land Rover: 300 liters. from. and 400 nm of torque. A flagship in the line of power units VELAR is an aluminum 3-liter engine V6, equipped with a Twin-Vortex supercharger. Its power is 380 liters. p., And the maximum torque is 450 nm at 6500 rpm. All velary versions are equipped with 8-speed automatic box ZF gears, but cars with 4-cylinder engines are aggregated with a model 8HP 45, which has a decreased damper damper, and for 6-cylinder motors, model 8HP 70, optimized for working with a higher torque. On the test, which was held on the roads of Norway, it was possible to compare cars with the most powerful aggregates, and I liked the diesel "six". It is possible that the most sensation of "Glamor" and "Elegance" played here, the very sensation of the VELAR salon, - a successful diesel (very quiet) engine and the ACP provided smooth (not sluggish, namely smooth) acceleration without jerks when switching gear, and here petrol aggregate It seemed a little more "nervous". Say, diesel loses in the dynamics of overclocking? Yes, but this loss during overclocking up to 100 km / h is less than a second. Do notify this difference, bathing in the atmosphere of "glamor" and "elegance"?

As mentioned above, test Range. Rover Velar took place in Norway, the road network of which is 82,000 km of asphalt roads and 72,000 km of gravel roads, which means it was possible to check the qualities of Vlar and on the roads with a bad coating. As for the design, then ahead is a two-way suspension, most of parts of which made of aluminum. But, for example, the lower levers are made of steel - a solution oriented on the possibility of departure and off-road. Rear - the Integral Link suspension, a construction that contributes to both smoothness and manageability. In the "Standard" versions with 4-cylinder engines are equipped with a spring suspension, but optionally on versions with a 240-strong diesel engine and a 300-strong gasoline engine can be installed in a pneumatic suspension. In the "base", the pneumatic suspension is equipped with all versions with 6-cylinder engines. This feature is worth telling more. As soon as the vehicle speed exceeds 105 km / h, the pneumatic suspension lowers the ground clearance by 10 mm, and when the engine is turned off, the automatic suspension control mode lowers the car for another 40 mm, providing a comfortable fit and disembarking. If off-road mode is turned on, then at a speed of less than 50 km / h, the car rises by 46 mm, providing ground clearance of 251 mm. Pneumatic suspension helps significantly when crossing brodes: VELAR can overcome a water barrier to a depth of 650 mm (versions with spring suspension - a depth of 600 mm).

Doors handles have passed a whole series of functionality tests. And all the tests have sustained

All Range Rover Velar specifications are equipped with a system of intelligent connected full drive, in the design of which are involved. transfer case with a multi-disc hydraulic clutch and chain drive on the front axle. The speed of "decision-making" is high: For example, 100% of the torque on the front axle can be deployed in just 100 milliseconds. The distribution of torque controls the Intelligent DriveLine Dynamics system, receiving information from the sensors about the angle of rotation of the wheel, position throttle valve, Rycunya coefficient, transverse acceleration and analyzing the clutch level of wheels with expensive. A dynamic stabilization system and thrust control systems also work in the IDD complex. For versions with 6-cylinder engines, active locking of the rear differential is available, controlling the distribution of the torque between the rear wheels. Using the Terrain Response system, the driver can choose one of the six modes that characterize its driving preferences or road conditions, thus providing engine settings, transmission, suspension, stabilization systems and full drive functional. Access to the Terrain Response system functions or more advanced Terrain Response 2 is provided either through the multimedia system selector or through the touch screen. In Norway, in Norway, it was possible to check the All-Terrain Progress Control system, a kind of off-road cruise control, operating at speeds up to 30 km / h, and the Hill Descent Control system, which controls the speed of the car on a slope with a large gradient. Thanks to the above-mentioned storming systems of the stony ski slope, there was no adventure.

The ACP selector is extended from the panel when the engine is started. "Fishka" from Jaguar Land Rover

And now, having descended from heaven to Earth, a few more advantages in the range of Range Rover Velar. Do you know what was the first question of one of my friend, who learned about my acquaintance with Vlar? Do you think about design? About the line of engines? Again did not guess. He asked about the volume of the trunk. I do not think that he was seriously thinking about the purchase of this car, but the practical vein made himself felt. So, the volume of the trunk at Vlar - 673 liters. Yes, my buddy also rushed tongue. And you can also add a large range of help systems to the driver, an extensive color gamut, with exclusive colors for the top version of First Edition ... You can continue further. It was interesting to talk with Range Rover Velar developers, but there were practically no questions related to marketing. Agree, it is stupid to ask about what the target audience Velar. This car can not do not like. Yes, it is not so sports as Jaguar F-PACE, but here is a different raisin. And I liked Vlar. True, in this case, the conflict of desires and opportunities is there - the "basic" version of the Range Rover Velar will cost 3,880,000 r., And the version in the configuration R-Dynamic HSE is 6,139,000 p. And if you are a real connoisseur of the beautiful, and you faced the version of the First Edition, then be prepared for the cost of 7,218,000 rubles. Well, there are things unattainable, but the desire for the implementation of the dream is always welcome ...

At quite a decent level and off-road potential Range Rover Velar

To manageability on serpentines mountain roads also no complaints

Price

"Initial" versions are comparable to competitors prices. And then the numbers are serious ...

Middle score

• Without a doubt, this is a high premium car. But his premium is not a veil, closing the rest of the dignity
• Minuses that could significantly affect the refusal to buy Range Rover Velar, no "on the surface". Is that price ...

Range Rover Velar Specifications
Gabarits.	4083x1665x2032 mm
Base	2874 mm
Curb weight	1959 kg
Full mass	n. d.
Clearance	213 mm (Stan.), 251 mm (pneumatic suspension)
Volume of trunk	673/1731 L.
Volume of fuel tank	66 L.
Engine	diesel, 6-cylinder., 2993 cm 3, 300/4000 hp / min -1, 700/1500 nm / min -1
Transmission	automatic, 8-speed drive full
Tire size	from 18 to 22 inches
Dynamics	241 km / h; 6.5 s to 100 km / h
Fuel consumption (city / route / Mixed.)	7.4 / 5.8 / 6.4 l per 100 km

Verdict

If you like the Range Rover brand, you are not retrograde and are ready for new architectural solutions - model Velar is accurate for you. Do you like off-road adventures that do not turn into trophy raids? It is quite suitable - you will surely find necessary complete set. Yes, and at prices, the scatter is more than two million.

Look a new one

In the Arsenal Range Rover Vlar - a new TOUCH PRO DUO multimedia system, developed by Jaguar Land Rover, with multifunctional controllers integrated into it, in addition to other functions, management of Terrain Response and Terrain Response 2 systems.

To choose from

13 Color solutions, Matte paintwork specially designed for the first edition version, Copper decor on details, 8 types wheel disks From 18 to 22 inches, a unique textile upholstery, developed in conjunction with the designer atelier Kvadrat ... All this, and not only this, about Range Rover Velar.

Test Drive Range Rover Velar ➤ We are sitting behind the wheel of a new "seductive" Renge Rover Vellar, and it turns out to be very capable as on the roads common useand off-road

Everything, why concerns Jaguar Land Rover - "turns into gold." But with such award-winning success and growth of sales, it is very difficult to constantly expect success and growth from each new launch of a new model. So can the new Range Rover Velar prove that the company still has a magic wand?

Model range VELAR place between the Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Sport model. Thin LED head optics and rear lights that wrap further on the sides of the car, more inclined radiator grille and retractable door handles that are hiding flush - update the appearance of the Range Rover family.

This is a clean and unlocked style with fine detail, such as a folding line, which comes from the front light to the rear through the elongated side ventilation holes. The car has a minimalist design and minimalist architecture.

Land Rover calls it "reductionism", and it is even clearer in what is one of the most amazing interiors that we have ever seen. The traditional clean horizontal feature intersects the central section coming from the central console, up to a completely new information and entertainment system TOUCH PRO DUO.

These double 10-inch touch screens are both art and genius. When they are turned off, they hide the black panels, adding a minimalist interior. But when the car is turned on, the panels come to life with bright high-definition displays, and the upper block turns forward to 30 degrees to welcome you.

At the bottom of the lower screen, two large disks are built-in with their LED displays and the central volume knob. The lower monitor controls heating and ventilation, as well as an improved area of \u200b\u200bthe terrain, and two dials work with any setting. Navigation, telephone and audio systems will be operated on the top screen, while both screens are easy to use, rolling from one control to another.

Touch screens are not only beautiful and stylish, but the work of Land Rover in ensuring that they are suitable for use, also paid off. This is really an intuitive system that is easily connected to your smartphone. There is a Wi-Fi car access point, and the car learns about your routes and offers options to avoid traffic jams or help find a parking space. There are three Meridian stereos to choose from.

But not all the news is good, because Land Rover (and Jaguar) can still help if you want to use Apple CarPlay or Android AUTO. In this regard, the company is clearly lagging behind its competitors.

It also concerns autonomous technologies. Undoubtedly, Range Rover Vellar has adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, aid system for movement, autma parking and recognition road sign. But, for example, on the Volvo XC60 has fewer features for automatic driving, but it is still one of the safest. This car also offers a beautifully built body, stylish interior And easy to use the touch screen - but it is all much cheaper costs and is a property-owned if it comes to costs when buying and maintaining.

On the question of the fact that the price range begins with 44,830 pounds for the basic model VELAR with a diesel engine with four cylinders with a capacity of 178 hp It is quite reasonable staffed, but if your dealer does not drive you to approach the model S for 50.420 pounds with large wheels, leather seats, the sound system Meridian and navigation, they do not work.

SE is even more expensive than 3,390 pound sterling, while HSE adds another 6,500 pounds of sterling for luxury luxury - if you do not buy a FIRST EDITION model. If you want to look more sporty, R-Dynamic will cost you another 2,420 pounds more expensive.

Other engines include two more diesel engines: 2.0-liter with 234 hp, as well as 296 hp - 3.0 V6. There are three versions gasoline engines: 2.0-liter four-cylinder, 3.0-liter V6 volume of 247 hp (Again and from 296 hp) or 3.0-liter flagship V6 with a supervision of 375 hp

We suspect that diesel 234 hp in the SE version may well be optimal option Assortment, but now we test 3.0-liter diesel in the R-Dynamic HSE specification, the cost of which is 70,530 pound sterling. It is beautiful and well equipped, but not cheap.

Our test route in Norway was deprived of motorways, so we will have to wait and see how Velar behaves on high-speed roads in a cruise mode, but it seems that it is a superb sophisticated car. Find out that this is a Diesel V6 under the hood, you can only when you are very accelerated. On the large wheels And tires you will notice some road noise, although it mainly depends on the silence of the engine and the low wind noise level, which provides excellent noise insulation.

For a car weighing two tons, the performance is excellent. Almighty push at 700 nm of torque makes, which generates a diesel more fascinating than the one that produces a gasoline model with a superpatch. The throttle reaction is also good.

Range Rover Velar is built on the same chassis as Jaguar F-Pace, but our car is equipped with an additional pneumatic suspension. Vellar still feels pretty confident, but with contempt throws off blows and holes. The steering is quite informative, but with a slightly sluggish approach.

As expected, with the Terrain Response settings, this car is much better cope with off-road than the overwhelming majority of the owners will cope with a multitude of advanced diverting systems, which are installed on modern crossovers.

VELAR measures the length of 4.803 mm and is a bit longer the F-PACE, and the wheelbase is 2.874 mm identical. 632-liter Range Rover Rover Rover is slightly inferior to 650 liters of jaguar, but the inner quality of the novice is a big step forward.

Given the huge prices, we were disappointed with space for passengers in the rear of Velara. If the driver is high enough to push the seat far, then the rosal passenger for the driver will not sit very comfortable - the knees will rest in the back of the seat. In fact, it is not much better than in some new compact crossovers. We expected more.

2017 Range Rover Velar - Conclusion

It is not surprising that you will wait for more than three months if you order Range Rover Velar now is one of the most desirable SUVs that you can buy. It is modern, super-stylish and pares you with an impressive level of comfort and refinement - and also there are all the same capabilities of the SUVs that you will find on Land Rover Discovery. However, it is not so cheap, and many rivals offer more advanced technologies and more space for passengers. Despite this, we have no doubt that Velar will become another mass hit for Jaguar Land Rover.

Specifications Renge Rover Vellar 2017

Model: Range Rover Vlar 3.0 D300 R-Dynamic Hse
Price: 70530 pounds
Engine: 3.0-liter diesel V6
Power / torque: 296 hp / 700 Nm
Transmission: eight high-speed automatic, four-wheel drive
0-100 km / h: 6.1 seconds
Maximum speed: 240 km / h
On sale: now