Moreover, the electric iteration of the luxury SUV will boast more power than the twin-turbo V8 avatar
The upcoming new Range Rover electric is nearing its launch, as more details keep surfacing. The Tata Motors-owned British luxury car marque is preparing to electrify its Range Rover lineup. It is one of the most prominent automotive brands in the world when it comes to high-end SUVs. In recent times, we have come across sightings of the EV being tested in extreme climatic conditions.
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As per the latest news reports, the electric SUV prototypes have successfully completed their second season of cold-weather testing in Northern Europe. During this time, they clocked a substantial 45,000 miles (72,420 km) to put various systems in the EV to an extreme test. We know that Range Rover SUVs are generally rugged and tough. A Top Gear report mentions that the SUV will boast 542 hp and 849 Nm (627 lb-ft) of maximum power and torque, respectively. This is higher than the P530 V8 trim which makes 523 hp and 749 Nm (553 lb-ft).
This time around, the prime focus was on the thermal management system called ThermAssist. It reduces heating energy consumption by up to 40% and aims to recover heat to warm the propulsion system or cabin in temperatures as low as 14°F (‑10°C). This results in maximizing range and efficiency. Furthermore, there has been work done on the air suspension and one-pedal driving.
Also, Range Rover confirmed that the electric SUV will use an in-house designed and built 117 kWh battery pack, which contains 344 prismatic cells in a double-stacked layout. It is optimized for energy density, range and charging times. Then there will be the Intelligent Driveline Dynamics all-wheel drive system, which can distribute rear torque from 100% to 0% to prevent a loss of traction. It can respond to slips and traction changes within 50 milliseconds. This is 100 times quicker than the ICE variant.
Matt Becker, JLR Vehicle Engineering Director, remarked, “By increasing its torsional stiffness and improving its responses, we’ve been able to maintain a customary Range Rover driving experience that feels familiar. This was made possible by “marrying all the essential Range Rover elements with new and advanced technologies.“
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Range Rover has taken its time to enter the electric vehicle market, but they have a clear strategy. They plan to build on their strong reputation for crafting durable and luxurious SUVs. Their upcoming electric models promise the same level of comfort, style, and even better off-road ability as their traditional gas-powered vehicles. For now, we’ll have to be patient and wait for more details before seeing them up close.