Test Drive Land Rover Discovery LR4 since 2009 SUV

Three heroes: Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Discovery 4

Land Rover presented in Russia New Model Year: Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Discovery 4.
 
Representatives of the media could test new models in real operating conditions: on high-speed trails, special obstacles, off-road areas. In addition, a highly focus of the participants in the test drive attracted an interactive zone: by car Range Rover, a fully stacked black film, it was necessary to pass obstacles, focusing only on the data of the interactive display.
 
Restyling 2010 is not just cosmetic changes, along with an updated appearance, SUVs received a new line of engines, the equipment has changed significantly. All models have obtained more efficient brakes, in the TERRAIN RESPONSE surface recognition system, in which the functions of the modes for the movement and stones are improved.
 
The main differences of Discovery 4 2010 are two new high-performance engine: diesel LR-TDV6 3.0 with two turbocharger and gasoline LR-V8 with direct fuel injection. The appearance is characterized by more smooth lines. From the new lights here and lights with LEDs, front bumper, wheels. Discovery 4 interior design is distinguished by an updated door trim, new seats, consoles, appliances panels, switches and steering wheels. Five digital cameras form a new circular review system, providing an output to a touch screen to 360. Discovery 4 is now equipped with a 5-inch TFT-screen of the information system, which is located in the upgraded instrument panel.
 
The line of power units of the new Range Rover includes two new 5-liter LR-V8 gasoline engines: with a supercharger with a capacity of 510 hp and atmospheric capacity of 375 hp This model establishes an advanced 6-speed automatic transmission of ZF HP28 and an adaptive dynamic system with adjustable rigidity shock absorbers. A popular diesel version is equipped with a 3.6-liter TDV8 engine with a capacity of 272 hp It is completed with a 6-speed automatic machine ZF HP26. Improved brake system and dynamic stabilization system. The active safety system includes adaptive cruise control, monitoring of dead zones and a circular survey chamber system.
 
The car has new headlights, front bumper and 3-section air intakes on wings. Inside the ceiling, racks and doorways are finished top quality. The interior style is complemented by natural wood and dashboard finish under a chrome matted. Traditional devices 12-inch TFT-screen. On a new car, a double-image screen was used for the first time: this means that both the driver and the passenger can see different images on the screen at the same time.
 
Range Rover Sport Power Units Line Includes: 3-liter diesel LR-TDV6 3.0 l with a capacity of 245 hp With two turbochargers, gasoline 5-liter LR-V8 motors in an atmospheric version with a capacity of 375 or 510 hp with a supercharger. Improved 6-speed automatic gearbox ZF HP28, a new adaptive dynamic system with adjustable stiffness shock absorbers. Also, an adaptive cruise control and a circular survey cameras system appeared.
 
The central elements of the exterior were new LED headlights, a 2-section grille of the radiator, an enlarged air intake, and the new front bumper is harmoniously merged with the wings of a new shape, forming a simple, relief surface. The interior of the new Range Rover Sport is distinguished by even better quality materials, among which the skin prevails. Designers made a bet on the game of contrasting dark and light elements and natural wood. The seats became deeper, and the new backlight is complemented by LEDs. The Range Rover Sport 2010 model year has a new 5-inch information TFT-screen built into the dashboard.

 

 

A source: Magazine cars and prices November 9, 2009.

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