Kochi, 18th July 2023: Reservations for the all-new Range Rover Velar have commenced in India. This latest model offers the Dynamic HSE variant with two powertrain options – a 2.0L petrol engine generating 184 kW of power and 365 Nm torque, and a 2.0L Ingenium diesel engine delivering 150 kW of power and 420 Nm torque.
Rajan Amba, Managing Director of JLR India, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “The New Range Rover Velar exemplifies the true essence of Range Rover refinement, showcasing cutting-edge technology and a clean, reductive design. With perfectly balanced proportions and an air of sophistication, the Range Rover Velar captures attention and allures our discerning clientele.”
Reductive Design: The Range Rover Velar boasts a refreshed front grille, accompanied by new Pixel LED Headlights featuring jewel-like effect Signature Daytime Running Lights. The rear design with a powerful overhang emphasizes the vehicle’s commanding length.
Luxurious Interiors: Available in two new leather colorways – Caraway and Deep Garnet, the cabin is enriched with thoughtful details, such as the Moonlight Chrome accents on the steering wheel, center console surrounds, and air vents. The elegance is further accentuated by the tactile Shadow Grey Ash wood veneer trim finishers. Additionally, the exterior palette welcomes two new color options: Metallic Varesine Blue and Premium Metallic Zadar Grey.
Seamless Integration: The new Range Rover Velar introduces the state-of-the-art Pivi Pro infotainment system, with a 28.95 cm (11.4) curved glass touchscreen. This advanced system centralizes controls for essential vehicle functions. Pivi Pro offers effortless smartphone connectivity through Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Wireless Android Auto®, while the newly added Wireless Device Charging in the center console ensures quick and convenient charging without the need for wires.
Tranquil Retreat: To create a serene in-cabin environment, the Range Rover Velar incorporates pioneering Active Road Noise Cancellation technology, effectively reducing road noise. The latest Cabin Air Purification Plus system enhances occupant well-being by promoting superior air quality. Monitoring and adjusting interior and exterior air, the system includes CO2 management and PM2.5 Cabin Air Filtration, along with nanoe™ X technology, combating pathogens and minimizing odors, bacteria, and allergens.
Performance and Capability: The Range Rover Velar ensures trademark ride comfort and refinement through its advanced chassis and suspension setups. The Electronic Air Suspension guarantees a smooth and composed ride, effortlessly handling rough roads, while Adaptive Dynamics adjusts damping forces at each wheel to minimize bumps and vibrations.
Terrain Response 2® accessible through Pivi Pro empowers the driver to adapt vehicle settings to the driving environment. With modes like Eco, Comfort, Grass-Gravel-Snow, Mud-Ruts, Sand, Dynamic, and Automatic, the engine, transmission, all-wheel drive system, suspension, and stability control systems are finely tuned for optimal traction and control.