Range Rover Electric Caught
Reveals Its Design Without Camouflage
Detailed Design Changes Confirmed
British luxury SUV manufacturer Land Rover will enter the EV market significantly. The company plans to introduce four all-electric models by 2026, with the first being the Range Rover Electric, scheduled for a global launch in the first half of 2025.
The Range Rover Electric will be built on the platform of the upcoming complete redesign of the Range Rover. Although it is still some time before its release, it has already garnered substantial interest, with over 41,000 units reserved worldwide. Recent spy shots have also surfaced, showcasing a prototype of the much-anticipated vehicle.
The prototype features a horizontal slot grille and has removed the exhaust muffler tips
Unlike before, the thick camouflage has been removed, and the appearance has been ultimately revealed. In a situation where Land Rover has released almost no information about the Range Rover Electric, the prototype without camouflage has been captured and is attracting attention. The detailed appearance is not much different from the full-change model of the Range Rover, but some detailed changes can be confirmed.
A horizontal slot grille is installed on the front. The layout of the grille is not very different from that of the current Range Rover, but most of the grille area is blocked by the panel, which emphasizes the image of an EV. This feature is also confirmed in the rear. The exhaust muffler tip has been removed, and small and light wheels have been installed to maximize driving distance.
The vehicle likely applies a next-generation traction control system, boasting excellent off-road capabilities
Although Land Rover has not yet released specific information, the Range Rover Electric will likely be based on the same MLA platform as the internal combustion engine. It boasts high durability with a 35% increase in torsional rigidity compared to the existing Land Rover platform. It will also feature a next-generation traction control system developed exclusively for it.
Unlike traditional traction control based solely on the ABS unit, the Range Rover Electric distributes wheel slip management tasks directly to each individual electric drive control unit, significantly reducing each wheel’s torque response time. This is expected to deliver higher traction even in off-road driving.
The vehicle aims for a driving range exceeding 500 km and is expected to deliver performance comparable to a V8 engine
Also, the Range Rover Electric features a water-fording performance of 850 mm (33.5 inches), which is better than that of electric SUVs of the same class. Although the powertrain information is unknown, it is equipped with a 100 kWh lithium-ion battery and aims for a driving range of more than 500 km (311 miles) on a single charge based on WLTP standards. It is also equipped with a dual motor, which is expected to deliver power performance at the level of a V8 engine.
Meanwhile, Land Rover plans to add the smaller Range Rover Sport Electric to its Range Rover Electric lineup. It will launch four pure EVs across the brand by 2026, kicking off its electrification strategy. Much attention is also being paid to whether Range Rover’s electrification strategy will be successful.
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