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8th April 2009, 11:17 AM
MEDIA INFORMATION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 8 April 2009
Unrivalled performance & dynamics from Range Rover Sport 10MY
The Range Rover Sport reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the
Land Rover range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the
2010 model year. The vehicle’s stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin, which includes three powerful and efficient new engines, enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement, and significant improvements to both on-road and off-road
driving dynamics.
Overview:
• Three all new engines, a 3.0 litre twin turbo diesel, 5.0 litre V8 petrol and a high
performance supercharged petrol - all providing greater performance with improved fuel
economy and reduced emissions.
• Acclaimed 3.6 litre TDV8 engine continues to be available
• Striking exterior design changes create a more stylish and sporting look
• Redesigned interior bringing new levels of refinement and craftsmanship
• Chassis refinements including Active Damping, new brakes and updates to the Terrain Response™ system, bringing even greater breadth of capability
• Terrain Response™ ‘Dynamic’ programme setting, designed for sporting on-road driving
• Cutting edge technologies including surround camera system with tow assist, and high beam assist
• e-TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES boost economy and lower CO2 emissions
“The Range Rover Sport’s performance, ride and handling have been transformed with the
introduction of new engines, transmission and chassis systems. Combine these
enhancements with the contemporary style and luxury of the revised interior, and it's clear that
the Range Rover Sport remains the only choice as the quintessential SUV sports tourer,” says
Phil Popham, Land Rover Managing Director.
A comprehensive programme of chassis system modifications has transformed the
Range Rover Sport’s on-road dynamics, while also delivering a substantial
improvement in its allterrain capabilities.
The introduction of new systems such as Adaptive Dynamics and the addition of
the roadfocused Dynamic program to the Terrain Response™ system help enhance
agility and ride quality. Further improvements to the Terrain Response™ system
ensure that off-road capability is kept at the expected class-leading level.
“The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer, but who value
the formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover. Now that we have widened its
range of capabilities even further, the following for the Range Rover Sport
looks set to grow stronger,” says Phil Popham. 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 Sport's renowned
dynamic driving characteristics and all-terrain capabilities. The new Range
Rover Sport is packed with features aimed at reducing fuel consumption and
reducing CO2 emissions. Both the new 3.0 litre twin turbo diesel and direct
injection petrol engines were designed from the outset to deliver class-leading
fuel economy and improvedlow-end torque.
e-TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES in summary:
• Engine calibration optimised
• Lower engine idle speed
• Reduced torque-converter slip
• Higher torque, allowing longer gearing
• Intelligent Power System Management (IPSM) including smart regenerative charging
• Clutched air conditioning pump to reduce parasitic losses (Diesel only)
• Improved aerodynamics
“The new petrol V8 engine is ideally suited to the sporting character of the
Range Rover Sport, providing generous low-end torque and spirited performance.
What’s more significant though, is that it is also incredibly clean, achieving
impressive reductions in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in real world
conditions,” says Phil Hodgkinson, product development director. The new 10MY
Range Rover Sport will go on sale in Australian late 4th quarter 2009, with
pricing, specification and model line up, still to be confirmed.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 8 April 2009
Unrivalled performance & dynamics from Range Rover Sport 10MY
The Range Rover Sport reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the
Land Rover range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the
2010 model year. The vehicle’s stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin, which includes three powerful and efficient new engines, enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement, and significant improvements to both on-road and off-road
driving dynamics.
Overview:
• Three all new engines, a 3.0 litre twin turbo diesel, 5.0 litre V8 petrol and a high
performance supercharged petrol - all providing greater performance with improved fuel
economy and reduced emissions.
• Acclaimed 3.6 litre TDV8 engine continues to be available
• Striking exterior design changes create a more stylish and sporting look
• Redesigned interior bringing new levels of refinement and craftsmanship
• Chassis refinements including Active Damping, new brakes and updates to the Terrain Response™ system, bringing even greater breadth of capability
• Terrain Response™ ‘Dynamic’ programme setting, designed for sporting on-road driving
• Cutting edge technologies including surround camera system with tow assist, and high beam assist
• e-TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES boost economy and lower CO2 emissions
“The Range Rover Sport’s performance, ride and handling have been transformed with the
introduction of new engines, transmission and chassis systems. Combine these
enhancements with the contemporary style and luxury of the revised interior, and it's clear that
the Range Rover Sport remains the only choice as the quintessential SUV sports tourer,” says
Phil Popham, Land Rover Managing Director.
A comprehensive programme of chassis system modifications has transformed the
Range Rover Sport’s on-road dynamics, while also delivering a substantial
improvement in its allterrain capabilities.
The introduction of new systems such as Adaptive Dynamics and the addition of
the roadfocused Dynamic program to the Terrain Response™ system help enhance
agility and ride quality. Further improvements to the Terrain Response™ system
ensure that off-road capability is kept at the expected class-leading level.
“The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer, but who value
the formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover. Now that we have widened its
range of capabilities even further, the following for the Range Rover Sport
looks set to grow stronger,” says Phil Popham. 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 Sport's renowned
dynamic driving characteristics and all-terrain capabilities. The new Range
Rover Sport is packed with features aimed at reducing fuel consumption and
reducing CO2 emissions. Both the new 3.0 litre twin turbo diesel and direct
injection petrol engines were designed from the outset to deliver class-leading
fuel economy and improvedlow-end torque.
e-TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES in summary:
• Engine calibration optimised
• Lower engine idle speed
• Reduced torque-converter slip
• Higher torque, allowing longer gearing
• Intelligent Power System Management (IPSM) including smart regenerative charging
• Clutched air conditioning pump to reduce parasitic losses (Diesel only)
• Improved aerodynamics
“The new petrol V8 engine is ideally suited to the sporting character of the
Range Rover Sport, providing generous low-end torque and spirited performance.
What’s more significant though, is that it is also incredibly clean, achieving
impressive reductions in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in real world
conditions,” says Phil Hodgkinson, product development director. The new 10MY
Range Rover Sport will go on sale in Australian late 4th quarter 2009, with
pricing, specification and model line up, still to be confirmed.