MAHWAH, N.J., March 9, 2010 -Land Rover North America has been awarded, by
members of the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA), a Winter
Vehicle Award in the Best in Class-Premium Sport Utility
Vehicle/Crossover segment for the 2010 Range Rover.
NEMPA
members, comprised of automotive writers and talk show hosts throughout
all six New England states, assembled at the annual Winter Vehicle
Voting Day where they spent the day driving all-wheel-drive vehicles.
Journalists evaluated vehicles on how they fit the needs of drivers
during the long New England winters.
"New England's automotive media test new vehicles in a daunting combination of fast driving roads, challenging weather conditions and off-road trails," said Stuart Schorr, Vice President, Communications and Public Affairs, Jaguar Land Rover North America. "To win a Best-in-Class award from this group of top automotive journalists confirms the Range Rover's position as the most capable luxury vehicle in the world."
2010 Range Rover
Powerful new engines, enhanced driving dynamics and some of the most advanced new interior technologies ensure the new 2010 Range Rover retains its position as simply the world's most capable vehicle.
Vehicle Highlights Include:
- Increased performance and greater efficiencies with two
all-new, direct-injection 5.0-liter LR-V8 engines
- New supercharged
5.0-liter LR-V8 delivers remarkable 510 hp and 461 lb/ft of torque
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New 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated LR-V8 with 375 hp and 375 lb/ft
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Industry-first multi-hole central spray-guided direct-injection for
increased efficiency
- Exterior design changes including smoother,
more aerodynamic front surfaces with revised bumpers, restyled grille
and headlamps
- New interior features world's largest TFT (Thin-Film
Transistor) instrument display which replaces traditional instruments
with virtual gauges on a 12-inch screen
- State-of-the-art Adaptive
Dynamics technology, further improving the Range Rover's peerless ride
quality
- Updated Terrain Response™ and
Dynamic Stability Control systems for enhanced all-terrain performance
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All-new braking system for even stronger stopping power and improved
pedal feel
- Active safety aids including Emergency Brake Assist and
Blind Spot Monitoring
- Available Surround Camera system using
five-cameras for 360-degree, all-round vision for easier parking,
low-speed maneuvering and positioning while off-road
- Available
Autobiography package (on S/C only) adds even more luxury with features
like full Semi-Aniline leather seats, a full leather headliner and
unique trim
Pricing:
- HSE $79,275 5.0-liter V8 375 hp/375 lb/ft 6-sp auto
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Supercharged $95,125 5.0-liter V8 510 hp/461 lb/ft 6-sp auto
(Prices
are MSRP and include $850 destination and delivery charge)
