A Full Model Change After Approximately 10 Years

Ahead of the show, the new "Range Rover" was announced in its home country of the UK on September 7th, and has now been unveiled to the world in Paris. This is the first full model change in approximately 10 years. Since the debut of the first model in 1970, this marks the fourth generation.



The styling, which carries on the tradition, may appear conservative at first glance. However, the body is lower, and the front grille and windows are set at a sharper angle.



The overall length is nearly unchanged, but the wheelbase has been extended by 40mm. Combined with the shape that tapers towards the rear, the more you look, the more you realize that while it is unmistakably a Range Rover, it is also distinctly new.



"We aimed not for 'change,' but for 'make it better.' How to inherit and extend the DNA was a crucial mission. Going too far would lose the DNA, while fearing evolution would lead to a retro design. This balance is important. Range Rover is an understated brand, so it shouldn't be too progressive. We focused heavily on this."



These are the words of Gerry McGovern, Land Rover's Design Director.



In that sense, not only the design but the concept itself aims for evolution, not change. However, the method is bold. What is most surprising is the adoption of an all-aluminum body, a first for an SUV. This reduces the vehicle's weight by as much as 420kg. This greatly contributes not only to driving performance but also to improved environmental performance.

Hybrid Also Teased

Furthermore, the new Range Rover explicitly announced the upcoming arrival of a hybrid model in the near future. Combining a V6 diesel engine with an electric motor, it will produce a system output of 338ps, while achieving fuel economy of 6.3ℓ/100km (approx. 15.9km/ℓ) and CO2 emissions of 169g/km.