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INTRODUCING THE ALL-NEW RANGE ROVER EVOQUE FIVE-DOOR


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•Addition of five-door bodystyle to Range Rover Evoque line-up
•Combines concept car design with extra versatility
•Permanent all-wheel-drive with turbocharged four-cylinder engine and updated six-speed auto transmission
•All-new 240bhp* 2.0-liter Si4 turbocharged engine
•Premium cabin, with the enhanced space and flexibility of the five-door format
•Dynamic and agile handling across varied terrain, aided by Adaptive Dynamics featuring MagneRide™
•All-weather, multi-terrain capability with Land Rover Terrain Response®
•Innovative Range Rover technologies, including 8-inch (203mm) touch-screen and Surround Camera System
•Sold in 160 countries worldwide, with North American deliveries from Fall 2011
•Indicative pricing starting from around $45,000

Land Rover, Gaydon, Warwickshire, November 17, 2010 – The exciting five-door version of the all-new Range Rover Evoque made its global public debut at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 17, 2010.

With its stylish and sporting appearance, enhanced by extra versatility, the Range Rover Evoque five-door joins the stunning coupe model to create a highly desirable line-up that will define the premium compact SUV segment.

“The addition of the five-door to the Range Rover Evoque line-up extends the appeal of our brand still further,” said Land Rover’s Managing Director Phil Popham. “While retaining everything that’s great about the Range Rover Evoque coupe, this new five-door bodystyle will offer customers even more choice, greater versatility and flexibility. The launch of the Evoque in 2011 will expand and revitalize the global appeal of the Range Rover marque."

The Range Rover Evoque five-door reinforces Land Rover’s commitment to environmental sustainability. The Evoque is positioned as the smallest, lightest, most fuel-efficient Range Rover ever. It features lightweight construction techniques and a new state-of-the-art petrol engine that comes with direct injection.

This five-door version offers an exciting new interpretation of the LRX concept car design, combining the dramatic stance and dynamic appeal of the original cross-coupe with the enhanced functionality offered by a five-door format.

“The Range Rover Evoque five-door has the same strong emotional appeal as the coupe, while offering superior versatility,” said Land Rover Design Director, Gerry McGovern. “The key lines remain intact – the dramatic rising beltline, muscular shoulder running the length of the car, and the distinctive taper to the floating roofline – but with a slightly higher rear roof. The finished vehicle offers impressive levels of space and flexibility whilst retaining the overall essence, visual robustness and jewel-like detailing of the coupe.”

Measuring 1.18 inches (30mm) taller than the coupe model, the Range Rover Evoque five-door adds further space and versatility to the luxurious cabin. Rear seat passengers benefit from over 1.97 inches (50mm) more shoulder room, along with generous headroom, which compares very favourably to traditional sporting saloons. When required, luggage capacity can be expanded to a substantial 51 cubic ft (1445 liters).

A full-sized glass panoramic roof enhances the sensation of space and comfort by filling the interior with natural light, and offers even greater headroom for all occupants.

On the open road, the Range Rover Evoque five-door offers a polished driving experience that combines dynamic and sporty handling with responsive, effortless performance and refinement.

“The Range Rover Evoque five-door has the same sporting character as the coupe,” said Murray Dietsch, Director of Land Rover Programs. “We have focused on ensuring that the car is agile and fun to drive, so that customers have a rewarding experience, even in day-to-day urban driving. Advanced technologies such as MagneRide mean we can ensure that this dynamic prowess does not come at the cost of top-quality refinement or comfort.”

The available Adaptive Dynamics system with advanced MagneRide™ dampers provides an exceptional balance between a supple, controlled ride and sharper handling responses. Drivers who take their Range Rover Evoque off-road will be reassured to know that, in addition to generous ground clearance, the car has agressive breakover and departure angles.

The Range Rover Evoque five-door shares its turbocharged powertrain with the coupe model. The state-of-the-art petrol engine offers smooth and responsive power, delivering 0-60 mph in 7.1 seconds*, blending four-cylinder efficiency with six-cylinder performance.

The new 240bhp*, 2.0-liter Si4 petrol engine combines direct fuel injection, turbocharging and twin variable valve timing for exceptional driveability and excellent fuel efficiency,

The Evoque is the first Range Rover to offer breathtaking new sound systems developed in partnership with the high-end audio specialist Meridian. The premium Meridian offering is an 825W, 17-speaker system that delivers the ultimate in surround-sound performance.

Other features available to Range Rover Evoque customers include:

•Surround Camera System with five digital cameras, including a reversing system
•Hard drive navigation system
•Sirius® tuners and HD Digital Radio tuners in addition to AM/FM
•Rear seat entertainment package, with 8-inch (203mm) video screens, digital wireless headphones and touch screen remote control
•Passive keyless entry system
•Powered tailgate
•Xenon adaptive headlamps with auto headlamp dipping
•Heated windscreen, front seats and steering wheel

The Range Rover Evoque five-door follows the coupe model by offering customers the choice of three main vehicle design themes, each with its own distinctive character, exterior treatment and carefully co-ordinated interior package.

Both coupe and five-door models of the Range Rover Evoque will be manufactured at Land Rover’s multi award-winning Halewood plant in Merseyside, UK. The car will go on sale in more than 160 markets worldwide, with North American deliveries from Fall 2011. Indicative pricing starts around $45,000.

* Data based on manufacturer's estimates. Actual may vary.

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LAND ROVER FREEZES VAT FOR THE WINTER

Land Rover has announced a pricing initiative to protect UK customers from the VAT increase in January 2011.

The offer, which applies to new build retail orders placed before 31 December 2010, means customers will avoid the increased VAT rate if their vehicle is registered and delivered between 4 January 2011 and 31 March 2011. The 2.5% VAT difference will be jointly funded by Land Rover and participating dealerships.*

"Protecting against the VAT increase means that customers can order with confidence, secure in the knowledge that the January tax hike will not affect their vehicle purchase," says John Edwards, managing director, Land Rover UK. "This move demonstrates that the interests of our customers continue to be at the heart of our business strategy."

In 2010, Land Rover UK sales are up 30 per cent year to date and there has been increased demand across the entire range, which boasts the most efficient and technologically advanced line-up of vehicles in the company's history.

The Land Rover Freelander 2, built at Halewood on Merseyside, continues to be the best-selling model globally, with sales up year to date by nearly 40 per cent.

In fact, demand has been so strong that earlier this year, Land Rover created 275 new jobs at the Company’s manufacturing plant in Solihull, where the Defender, Discovery 4, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover are manufactured.

New model pricing for January 2011 is also announced today, including 20% VAT, along with a pricing realignment for the Freelander 2 range which, with the addition of the new 2WD version (badged eD4), will provide customers with even greater value for money plus improved economy and CO2 emissions.

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News from the Range Rover Evoque Dealers of Ashford and Canterbury, Kent.



LA SHAPERS CELEBRATE LAUNCH OF 5-DOOR RANGE ROVER EVOQUE

Tonight Range Rover celebrated the launch of the 5-Door Range Rover Evoque at a star studded event in Los Angeles.

Louise Roe, fashion journalist and TV personality attended the occasion. “I was so excited to hear that the new Evoque was coming to my favourite city. Range Rover is a British icon in the LA luxury scene, and just like the Range Rover Evoque, I have been inspired by this city,” comments Louise. “Tonight has been the perfect celebration with a fantastic mix of music, cool crowd and a sneak peek of the brand new Evoque.”

Alison Haislip.

Celebrity guests including British TV presenter, George Lamb actress and Amy Smart, were given a preview of the 5-Door Range Rover Evoque ahead of its global debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show on Wednesday 17th November.

Other notable attendees included actor Miles Fisher, rock band OK Go and singer Solange. The trio and Louise Roe, were announced earlier today as ‘City Shapers’ taking part in Range Rover’s ‘Pulse of the City’ campaign to launch the highly anticipated Evoque.

Amy Smart.

The initial instalment of the ‘Pulse of the City’ campaign in Los Angeles will start on Wednesday 17th November 2010, as OK Go make art with the Evoque iPhone app.

The band, whose Grammy Award winning treadmill video was watched by over 50 million people on YouTube is using the latest GPS technology to take fans on a unique musical journey through LA.

As the band moves around the city their movements will spell out the words “OK Go” in giant letters which dwarf the famous Hollywood sign. Fans can get involved and create their own journeys by downloading a specially designed Evoque iPhone app http://itunes.apple.com/uk/app/range-rover-pulse-of-the-city/id398471586?mt¬=8.

The week’s events will coincide with the global debut of the 5-Door Range Rover Evoque at the Los Angeles Auto Show on the 17th November.


• LA ‘City Shapers’ Miles Fisher, OK Go and Louise Roe are among 40+ influential names from eleven cities worldwide, working in fashion, design, art, TV, sport, music and film who will collaborate with Range Rover over the next 12 months to launch the Range Rover Evoque

• The 5-Door Range Rover Evoque will make its public debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show on the 17th November

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LAND ROVER ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF DISCOVERY 4 'LANDMARK' LIMITED EDITIONS

• Sophisticated style and design with contrasting black and white colour schemes
• Class-leading off-road capability and Terrain Response TM system
• On-road refinement to match most executive saloons
• Powerful and highly efficient 3.0 litre SDV6 twin turbo diesel engine
• On-sale in the UK from January 2011 priced at £46,945 OTR.

Gaydon, Warwickshire, 18 November 2010 - Land Rover will introduce the new Discovery 4 'Landmark' Limited Editions in January 2011 featuring unique Black and White colour themes.

This new variant brings a fresh, more contemporary sense of design to the latest Discovery 4 line-up. Both the Black and White models blend high-end interiors with bold, contemporary colour schemes, giving the Discovery 4 a more upmarket look. In keeping with the core appeal of the Discovery 4, this Limited Edition offers on-road refinement to match most executive saloons, the versatility of a large people carrier and unrivalled off-road capability.

"The new Landmark Limited Edition Discovery 4 has been created to offer our customers more choice," said Land Rover design director Gerry McGovern. "The Discovery 4 is already the ultimate all-purpose vehicle, but we’ve brought a new, bolder, more contemporary edge to the design, offering a higher level of luxury in the cabin."

The Landmark is available in Santorini Black or Fuji White colour schemes. A high-specification Taurus interior leather comes in either Ebony or - for the first time in a Discovery - Ivory. Offsetting the Grand Ivory veneer with a contrasting top stitch creates a duo-tone look, offering bold colour combinations to give both versions a striking, contemporary finish.

The exterior also benefits from Santorini Black finish grille vanes, gloss black 20” 5-spoke diamond-turned alloy wheels, privacy glass, and Satin Black extended roof rails that create a unique side silhouette.

The Landmark is powered by Land Rover’s highly efficient 3.0 litre SDV6 twin turbo diesel engine that offers a nine percent fuel economy improvement (EU combined cycle), compared to 2.7 litre engine it replaced and ten percent less CO2, re-affirming the brand’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability.

All variants come with Land Rover’s award-winning Terrain ResponseTM system, which optimises the vehicle set-up for virtually all on-road or off-road driving situations, with five different settings to suit different terrains.

The Land Rover Discovery first went on-sale in 1989 and since then has received over 150 awards from all over the world. The Discovery 4 has won a number of awards, including, in the UK, 4x4 Magazine's Car of the Year and the Scottish Car of the Year and, internationally, the Best 4x4 for Spain's Car and Driver, Best Annual SUV for Autocar in China and All-Round SUV of the Year for Bloomberg's USA.

The Discovery 4 Limited Editions will go on-sale from in the UK from January 2011, priced at £46,945 OTR.


Editors Note:
- Since 1948 Land Rover has been manufacturing authentic 4x4s that represent true 'breadth of capability' across the model range. Defender, Freelander, Discovery, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover each define the world's 4x4 sectors, with 78% of this model range exported to over 140 countries. Land Rover employs 9,500 people and supports a further 40,000 jobs supported in the supply chain.

- Land Rover is committed to addressing the challenges of climate change and since September 2006 carbon dioxide generated by Land Rover manufacturing activities and UK customer vehicle use has been balanced through an industry leading offset programme run by Climate Care.

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News about the Range Rover Evoque from the Land Rover Dealers of Ashford and Canterbury, Kent

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Range Rover Evoque 5dr
COUPÉ STYLE WITH FAMILY VERSATILITY

• Addition of exciting 5-Door bodystyle to Range Rover Evoque line-up

• Combines concept car design with extra versatility and family appeal

• Bold exterior captures coupé design, with the same compact footprint but a slightly higher roofline

• Class-leading sustainability with sub 135g/km* CO2 emissions and fuel efficiency

• Four-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive versions available

• Premium cabin, with the enhanced space and practicality of the 5-Door format

• Versatility and luggage space of a compact station wagon

• Dynamic and agile handling across all terrains, aided by Adaptive Dynamics featuring MagneRide™

• Class-leading all-surface capability with Land Rover Terrain Response™

• Innovative Range Rover technologies, including dual-view display for 8-inch touch-screen and Surround Camera System

• Sold in 160 countries worldwide, with deliveries from summer 2011

• Indicative pricing starting from £30,000 / 35,000E

The exciting 5-Door version of the all-new Range Rover Evoque makes its global public debut at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 17, 2010.

With its stylish and sporting appearance, enhanced by extra practicality and greater family appeal, the 5-Door Range Rover Evoque joins the stunning coupé model to create a highly desirable line-up that will transform the premium compact SUV segment.

Like the coupé, the 5-Door Range Rover Evoque remains faithful to the spirit of the groundbreaking Land Rover LRX concept car, offering an innovative new interpretation of the original cross-coupé design.

The 5-Door Evoque also stays true to the core values of the Range Rover brand, providing premium levels of craftsmanship, luxury, performance and renowned Land Rover all-terrain capability, but in a more compact package.

“The addition of the 5-Door to the Range Rover Evoque line-up extends the appeal of our brand still further,” said Land Rover’s Managing Director Phil Popham.

“While retaining everything that’s great about the Range Rover Evoque coupé, this new 5-Door bodystyle will offer customers even more choice, greater practicality, versatility and flexibility. The launch of the Evoque in 2011 will expand and revitalise the global appeal of the Range Rover marque."

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Land Rover donates the one millionth Range Rover to Help for Heroes

- The one millionth Range Rover has been built at the company's Solihull Plant
- Land Rover employees, enthusiasts and owners celebrate landmark build
- One millionth model to be auctioned for Help for Heroes
- Jeremy Clarkson, Patron of Help for Hero's. receives car on behalf of the charity

London, November 4 - Land Rover is celebrating the production of its one millionth Range Rover by donating the vehicle to Help for Heroes.

The landmark one millionth vehicle, a Range Rover Autobiography in ultimate black, has been built at the Solihull manufacturing plant, where three generations of the Range Rover have been built since June 1970.

Land Rover employees joined Alan Volkaerts, Solihull Manufacturing Director and Land Rover's Managing Director Phil Popham to celebrate the milestone event in Range Rover's fortieth year. The one millionth Range Rover was driven by Phil Popham to London to deliver the car to Help for Heroes. He was followed from Solihull to London by a convoy of heritage Range Rovers, driven by their enthusiastic owners.

The handover took place on the Top Gear Live set at Earls Court in London where Jeremy Clarkson – who is a Help for Heroes patron - took delivery of the one millionth Range Rover on behalf of the charity.

“Land Rover is very proud to support the Help for Heroes charity by donating the one millionth Range Rover. The vehicle will be auctioned later this year and should raise valuable funds for the practical and direct provision of aid for wounded service people and their families,” said Phil Popham, MD Jaguar Land Rover.

“Everyone involved in Land Rover - from the management, to the employees at Solihull, to the original Range Rover team - will be happy we’re able to mark this landmark occasion in such a way after the forty years of producing this iconic vehicle.”

The Range Rover being donated is the highest-specification model currently available, the Range Rover Vogue, valued in excess of £85,000. Estimates suggest it will raise over £100,000 for charity when auctioned later this year.

“We’re delighted that Land Rover has chosen to give Help for Heroes their millionth Range Rover,” said Bryn Parry, CEO and Co-founder of Help for Heroes. “This is a real milestone in their history and so a very special donation, made even more special by knowing the money raised from the car will be able to provide much needed funds to help our wounded heroes on their road to recovery

One of the most significant vehicles in the history of motoring, the Range Rover was the world's first vehicle as good on-road as off-road. It remains Land Rover’s flagship model, peerlessly blending comfort, luxury, design, technology and versatility in one highly-accomplished package.

There have been three generations of Range Rover. The original, now known as the Classic, went on sale in 1970 and continued in production, with numerous upgrades and a multiplicity of variants, for just over 25 years.

The second-generation vehicle, known as the P38a, went on sale in 1994 and was replaced in 2001 by the current model. Further enhancements over the last decade have ensured the Range Rover retains its position as on the world's most complete luxury vehicles.

During 2005, the Range Rover Sport was introduced, adding a sport tourer SUV to the Range Rover line-up, which instantly became a sales success, selling over 300,000 vehicles over the past six years. Next year a third model with join the Range Rover line-up, the all-new Range Rover Evoque.

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LAND ROVER LAUNCHES RANGE ROVER EVOQUE ‘PULSE OF THE CITY’ APP
TRACKING JOURNEYS WITHIN CITIES

Land Rover announce the launch of ‘Pulse of the City’, an iPhone app that anticipates the launch of the new Range Rover Evoque. The ‘Pulse of the City’ app lets users create a unique and stunning data visualisation of their journeys across ten cities worldwide and can be downloaded at http://itunes.apple.com/uk/app/range-rover-pulse-of-the-city/id398471586?mt¬=8

In a world first, the ‘Pulse of the City’ app, launches on iPhone (android available from mid November) and uses GPS tracking to record the collective movements of people within the ten cities. Users will be sent a graphical representation of their journey which they can display on the helloevoque.com website.

Users will be invited to join 40+ ‘City Shapers’ including influencers Daisy Lowe, Henry Holland, Georgina Chapman, George Lamb, Jessica Schwarz, Josh Rubin and Dylan Jones to download the app for free. City Shapers will be able to add comments about their favourite places, hot spots and journeys, creating a real time, evolving pulse of each city.

As the ‘Pulse of the City’ grows, Range Rover will be asking its ‘City Shapers’ and users of the app about their connection to their city. Questions including ‘What inspires you about your city?’ and ‘What are people talking about in your city today? will be posed each month, with the information from each city gathered to build a portrait of each urban landscape. City Shaper journeys can already be viewed at www.helloevoque.com.

The ‘Pulse of the City’ app uses the new IOS4+ operating system’s ability to run background applications, thereby allowing users to start the app and leave it running whilst using the phone to take calls or browse the web. It uses the enhanced GPS capabilities of the new OS to track each journey more accurately, making the final visualisation a true reflection of a user’s movement. The app will let users come back to saved journeys, pause the journey they are viewing and then share their journey via Facebook, Twitter and e-mail.

The app, launched in conjunction with the website www.helloevoque.com, is inspired by the new Range Rover Evoque and the cities that in turn inspired its design. The app can be downloaded at http://itunes.apple.com/uk/app/range-rover-pulse-of-the-city/id398471586?mt=8

The Range Rover Evoque is a new smaller, more eco friendly Range Rover which will appeal especially to a younger, urban minded driver. Its design is inspired by city architecture and is being launched in key cities around the world.

The key cities featured on the helloevoque.com website include London, New York, Berlin, Paris, Madrid, Milan, Sydney and Moscow with additional cities added in November 2010.

The City Shapers taking part in the ‘Pulse of the City’ are influential in their cities and have interesting points of view that people listen to. They come from different aspects of culture that make up the varied nature of their cities, from arts, the creative industry, film, music, fashion, media - anywhere where they've made their own mark, have an interesting point of view and would appreciate the design thought that has gone in to producing the new Range Rover car.

The ‘Pulse of the City’ app will be available for android from mid November 2010.

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Freelander 2 TV Advert


The new 2011 Land Rover Freelander 2 -- TV commercial

Demonstrating the new Freelander 2's all-round versatility, our driver Clay and his trusty steed journey through town, country and forest, across mountains and through snow.

The new 2011 Freelander 2 is now available with two new highly efficient diesel engines. Both feature a new turbocharger for improved response, more torque and quieter running. The new 2.2 litre 150PS Diesel engine, fitted to eD4 and TD4 models, delivers both improved CO2 emissions and better economy compared to the previous model.


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Range Rover Evoque 5 Door Announced at Paris Motor Show 




Phil Popham, Managing Director, confirmed today at the Paris Motor Show that Land Rover will be producing a 5-door version of the Range Rover Evoque which will be revealed later this year.



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Range Rover Evoque at Paris Fashion Week 


Cars and fashion united tonight as Range Rover celebrated the launch of the all-new Range Rover Evoque at Paris Fashion Week.

Juliette Lewis performed an hour long set at the event which took place aboard a yacht, on the Seine. Speaking of the city she said: “I LOVE Paris, the cool sophistication and the cafés. I love French audiences they really understand what I do. All the drama, danger, love and rock n’ roll energy.”

Other guests who attended this evening event included fashion designer Henry Holland, musician Greg Kozo (Make the Girl Dance), actor Ethan James and DJ A-Trak.

Earlier today Range Rover had unveiled four pop-up street installations at key Parisian landmarks. The brand has worked with leading contemporary Parisian artists to create artworks which have been inspired by the new Range Rover Evoque and the city of Paris.

The installations focus on luxury, design, sustainability and technology and represent key aspects of the car. The artists behind the installations are André (AKA Monsieur A), Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, Surface To Air and Yorgo Touplas. Each of the chosen artists has long been influenced by their city, Paris, but today they each revealed how this relationship has led to a 3 day street pop-up with Range Rover.

The week’s events will culminate with the public debut of the Range Rover Evoque at the Paris Motor Show on the 30th September.


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RANGE ROVER UNVEIL POP UP STREET INSTALLATIONS CREATED BY FOUR PARISIAN ARTISTS TO CELEBRATE OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF RANGE ROVER EVOQUE


Paris, September 28th 2010: Range Rover has today unveiled four pop-up temporary street installations at key Parisian landmarks. The brand has worked with leading contemporary Parisian artists to create artworks which have been inspired by the new Range Rover Evoque and the city of Paris.

The installations focus on luxury, design, sustainability and technology and represent key aspects of the car. Each will be unveiled at the start of Paris Fashion Week and have been created by artists André (AKA Monsieur A), JCDC, Surface To Air and Yorgo Touplas. Each of the chosen artists has long been influenced by their city, Paris, but today they each reveal how this relationship has led to a three day street pop-up with Range Rover.

Artist JC/DC says of his installation:
“My representation of luxury references grace, intimacy and protection. This is a concept frequently related to the pleasures of enveloping oneself in a garment and my work with bespoke and couture fashion. Similar to luxury clothing, this installation reflects a graceful protection.”

The pop-up street installations have been built around a wire frame replica of the Range Rover Evoque and will be positioned at iconic locations, including the Pompidou Centre and the Palais de Tokyo. They will be in situ from September 28th – September 30th 2010 and open to the public to view.

Land Rover design director Gerry McGovern, said:
“The Range Rover Evoque has been designed with a creative and urban audience in mind. Like a true Range Rover, the Evoque delivers the all-weather, all-surface capability which is a hallmark of the brand.  Paris is the first city to see the car and we wanted to mark its arrival with a series of unique installations that epitomise the cars’ city spirit.”

Range Rover reveal at Paris Motor Show
The Range Rover Evoque will be officially unveiled at the Paris Motor Show on the 30th September. The all-new coupe is the smallest, lightest and most fuel-efficient Range Rover ever. It will be a truly global car and will be sold in over 160 markets from summer 2011.

VIP event
On September 28th a VIP event will be held on a boat moored on the River Seine to celebrate the galleries and official launch of the vehicle. The event will be styled by acclaimed set designer Petra Storrs. Actress and musician Juliette Lewis will perform a live set and A-Trak will DJ at the event.

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New Range Rover Evoque in video



Range Rover Evoque on the Streets
Range Rover Evoque brings sensational coupé design to one of the world's greatest marques.

Light-footed and nimble, it's unmistakably a Range Rover for today's demanding driver -- with an engaging blend of dynamic handling and refined engineering.

It's the smallest, lightest and most fuel-efficient Range Rover ever, with an irresistible presence.

And with a tempting array of exterior and interior designs to choose from -- plus a host of advanced technology options -- you can personalise Range Rover Evoque to your own individual taste and lifestyle.





Range Rover Evoque in the City
A stunning look at the luxurious Evoque; delivering premium levels of craftsmanship, luxury, performance and renowned Land Rover all-terrain capability into a shrink-wrapped more compact package.


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Enhancements to the Range Rover Sport for 2011


A new engine version, new Limited Edition and fresh features enhance the Range Rover Sport for 2011

• New version of the class leading 3.0 LR-TDV6 joins diesel line-up
- 211PS@4,000rpm
- 520Nm@2,000rpm
- 243g/km CO2
• New Limited Edition
• Gradient Acceleration Control
• Hill Start Assist
• DPF as standard on all EU5 diesel models
• Range Rover Sport now EU5 compliant in European markets
• Three new paint colours offer buyers more choice

A new 211PS version of the 3.0 LR-TDV6 diesel will join the existing 245PS engine in 2011, further enhancing the appeal of the iconic Range Rover Sport. All diesel models are equipped with Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) as standard and all meet Euro 5 emissions making them among the cleanest diesel engines on the market. The powertrain line-up is completed by the fabulous 5.0 LR-V8 supercharged and 5.0 LR-V8 naturally aspirated engines as before, both offering a combination of supreme power and sublime refinement.

A new Limited Edition has also been added to the range alongside the sumptuously appointed Autobiography Sport. The Limited Edition includes a set of unique interiors, finishes and detailing not available as separate options, while the main range also gains three new colours. The outstanding dynamics of the Range Rover Sport are also improved by the addition of two new Terrain Response features, Hill Start Assist and Gradient Acceleration Control.

“The Range Rover Sport already represents the last word in high performance SUVs and we’ve made sure it continues to live up to that reputation by adding a new version of the 3.0 LR-TDV6 diesel, a stunning new Limited Edition and further Terrain Response enhancements providing even greater security for drivers,” said Phil Popham, Managing Director.

New version of the 3.0 LR-TDV6 joins Range Rover Sport range for 2011
A new entry level version of the EU5 3.0 LR-TDV6 is being introduced for 2011, making Land Rover’s latest V6 diesel engine technology available to a greater number of Range Rover Sport customers. The new 3.0 LR-TDV6 delivers 211PS at 4,000rpm and 520Nm torque at 2,000rpm while achieving the same high levels of refinement and response as the more powerful 245PS version. The 3.6 LR-TDV8 has been discontinued.

The engine is equipped with the same parallel sequential turbocharging system and third generation common rail fuel injection system as the existing 245PS version. Throttle response is staggering with maximum torque available from only 2,000rpm. The new 3.0-litre diesel can significantly out perform its rivals by delivering 500Nm in only 500 milliseconds from idle. This means drivers have instantaneous access to 83 percent of maximum torque. When it was introduced last year, the parallel sequential turbocharging system was the first of its kind to be fitted to a V-engine anywhere in the world. The twin turbochargers work sequentially to provide best in class torque at low speeds and pack a huge punch at high speeds.

Driving a turbocharger requires pressure from the exhaust, creating pumping losses in the engine and increasing fuel consumption. To minimise this effect, valves isolate the secondary turbocharger both from the exhaust stream and the engine inlet tract when it is not required. A balance pipe connecting the two manifolds allows the gas from both manifolds to feed through the primary turbocharger. A variable geometry, medium-sized turbocharger is in use most of the time during average acceleration and up to motorway cruising speeds and performs with no discernible lag. It is a more efficient system than series turbocharging in which the smaller primary turbo increases pumping losses.

The 3.0-litre LR-TDV6 set new standards of refinement and fuel economy when it was announced last year, with its third generation common rail fuel injection system. Operating at 2,000bar, the piezo injectors are designed to minimise noise while optimising combustion. The system operates in ‘metering mode’ supplying just the right amount of fuel to the injectors rather than returning it to the tank and wasting pumping energy in the process. All EU5 diesel models are now fitted with a DPF and have an advanced EGR system to reduce NOx. “The new version of the 3.0 LR-TDV6 will further enhance the Range Rover Sport offering greater choice within the range than ever before. Needless to say, both engines deliver the kind of stunning performance Range Rover Sport customers have come to expect,” said Paul Walker, Chief Programme Engineer.

5.0 LR-V8 supercharged and 5.0 LR-V8 naturally aspirated petrol engines continue to lead the pack
Land Rover’s remarkable 5.0 LR-V8 petrol engines continue to head the Range Rover Sport powertrain range in 2011. With the supercharged version developing 510PS and 625Nm torque and the naturally aspirated version, 375PS and 510Nm torque, they set new standards in petrol engine design when introduced last year, packed as they are with innovation design features aimed at boosting both performance and economy. Despite the supreme levels of power and torque, the 5.0 LR-V8 naturally aspirated meets both the European EU5 and ULEV 2 emissions standards and has CO2 emissions of 327g/km. The 5.0 LR-V8 supercharged is just as efficient with CO2 emissions of only 348g/km.

The centrally-mounted, multi-hole, spray-guided fuel injection system delivers fuel at a pressure of up to 2175psi (150bar) directly to each cylinder. The injectors are positioned to deliver fuel precisely to the centre of the combustion chamber for maximum air-fuel mixing and accurate combustion control. The charge cooling effects of the direct injection system allow a high compression ratio of 11.5:1 which further improves engine efficiency. During the engine warm-up phase, the combustion system employs multiple injection mode strategies to deliver 50 percent more heat for fast catalyst warm-up and substantially reduced emissions.

On the supercharged engine, a sixth-generation, twin-vortex system (TVS) supercharger feeds air through twin intercoolers, water-cooled by their own discrete cooling circuit. The high-helix rotor design improves the supercharger’s thermodynamic efficiency and does away with traditional supercharger whine, making it almost inaudible. Air is delivered through twin air boxes, which reduce flow loss and are highly efficient. Mechanically, the new supercharger and its intercoolers are neatly packaged in the V of the engine, helping reduce engine height.

A number of other design features include the industry-first, torque-actuated variable camshaft timing on all four cams. Unlike conventional systems, these are actuated by the positive and negative torques generated by the opening and closing of the valves, rather than oil pressure, reducing energy consumption. Torque and power is also optimised by a variable inlet manifold which changes the length of its eight inlet tracts.

The manifold switches between a 680mm inlet tract to provide high torque at low revs and a 350mm inlet path allowing maximum power at high revs. The precise position is optimised throughout the rev range at all times. The engine also features a unique reverse flow cooling system where coolant passes through the cylinder heads before the block. This allows the heads to remain cooler and the knock threshold is pushed further back for greater efficiency. On the naturally aspirated engine only, cam profile switching (CPS) selects either a profile suitable for low speed running or another which gives increased lift for high performance. This provides the Range Rover Sport with exceptional low-end torque to negotiate demanding terrain and allows it to become fleet of foot when conditions allow.

An oil to water heat exchanger also transfers heat from the coolant to the engine oil. These features promote faster engine warm-up for reduced emissions and enables the cabin to warm-up faster too. Frictional losses have been reduced by the use of Diamond-Like Carbon Coating (DLC) on some components, an intelligent oil pump pressure relief valve (PRV) to optimise oil pressure and the use of lower viscosity 5W-20 oil further reduces parasitic losses without compromising durability. “The 5.0 LR-V8 engines have become an industry benchmark since they were introduced last year, thanks to their dazzling performance and extremely high efficiency. For a performance SUV they are simply without peer and make ideal power units for the Range Rover Sport,” said Nick Rogers, Director of Range Rover Programmes.

6-speed automatic transmission – responsive and refined
Both the petrol and diesel engines are equipped with the ultra-refined ZF HP28 6-speed automatic transmission. Its characteristics have been optimised by Land Rover engineers to provide the same class-leading response and rapid, refined shifts on all engines. Their superior power and torque characteristics make it possible to actuate the transmission’s lock-up clutches much earlier in each gear, reducing slip through the hydraulic torque converter, optimising both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Advanced chassis, brakes and suspension
As standard on the Range Rover Sport 5.0 LR-V8 supercharged petrol and as on option on the 245PS 3.0 LR-TDV6 only, an Adaptive Dynamics system is available which operates in conjunction with the existing Dynamic Response system. With Adaptive Dynamics, DampTronic Valve Technology™ replaces conventional dampers and monitors damper pressure 500 times a second, continuously adapting to surface conditions and driving style thanks to an active valve technology. The chassis is complemented by high performance braking systems which include four-piston opposed calliper front disc brakes on the diesel models and lightweight aluminium, six-piston Brembo callipers for the supercharged models. A variable ratio steering rack improves stability in high speed cruising and increases driver involvement on twisting roads. The high performance character of the Range Rover Sport chassis is further emphasised by the Roll Stability Control system which responds to steering inputs from the driver and intervenes by braking individual wheels if the possibility of a rollover is detected.

Off-road ability even further improved for 2011
When it comes to off-road ability, Land Rover vehicles are acknowledged as setting the standards for other to follow. For 2011, there are two additional functions, Hill Start Assist and Gradient Acceleration Control.

Hill Start Assist retains the initial driver-generated brake pressure, long enough for the foot to move from brake pedal to throttle without the car rolling backwards. The brake is released after a sufficient time has elapsed or when the engine is supplying enough torque to move the car up the hill. Hill Start Assist is always available, not selectable, and neither is its operation indicated to the driver.

Gradient Acceleration Control is designed to provide safety cover on severe gradients when the driver does not have Hill Descent Control engaged. By pressurising the brake system, Gradient Acceleration Control slows the car to a limit determined by the throttle position when the car is descending the slope in the driver’s intended direction of travel. This includes descending the slope forwards in drive, or rearwards in reverse. Otherwise (such as descending while facing up the gradient with Drive selected) Gradient Acceleration Control restricts speed to 5km/h (3.1mph) for up to 20 seconds, allowing the driver to regain proper control. “These new features enhance the outstanding ability of the Range Rover Sport off-road while continuing to deliver an intoxicating driving experience on-road. They also deliver an added layer of safety and support to drivers who want to discover what their vehicle is really capable of,” said Nick Veale, Vehicle Engineering Manager.

A new Limited Edition and three new colours
A new Limited Edition joins the Range Rover Sport line-up for 2011 as an alternative to the Autobiography Sport which continues unchanged for 2011. Available on the 3.0 TDV6 and 5.0 V8 HSE derivatives, the Range Rover Sport LE is sumptuously equipped with three unique interior colourways which can be matched with three exterior colours, Fuji White, Nara Bronze and Santorini Black. The interiors are Ebony and Ivory with Ivory seats, Ebony and Ivory with Ebony seats, or Ebony with tan seats. Externally, the LE is distinguished from other models by a distinctive grille design with an Oberon surround, gloss black mesh and noble plate frame. The design of the side vents echoes this detailing with noble plate logo, gloss black mesh and Oberon frame. LE models are also fitted with distinctive 20 inch 5-spoke Diamond Turned alloy wheels.

Luxury Pack
An optional Luxury Pack is also available on the 3.0 TDV6 HSE bringing equipment levels close to that of Supercharged models. The pack includes contrast stitching on selected upholstery, Titan grille and vents, 20-inch alloy wheels, Premium ICE, extended leather pack, HSE Luxury badge, heated steering wheel and adaptive cruise control.

e_TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES boost economy and lower CO2 emissions
The new Range Rover Sport is laden with features aimed at reducing both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Both the 245PS and 211PS versions of the LR-TDV6 3.0 Sequential Turbo Diesel engine are designed to deliver class-leading fuel economy and improved low-end torque.

The parallel sequential turbocharging system of the 3.0-litre diesel makes use of its larger, primary turbo most of the time. The smaller secondary turbo remains dormant when higher power is not required, reducing pumping losses and consequently, fuel consumption. The highly efficient, third generation common rail injection system with piezo injectors and fuel metering, also makes a substantial contribution to fuel economy.

The high pressure, spray guided direct injection system of the 5.0 LR-V8 optimises combustion while the variable camshaft timing system, camshaft profile switching (naturally aspirated only) and variable inlet manifold all join forces to ensure the engines are optimised for fuel efficiency throughout the range. Thanks to the advanced cooling system, faster warm-up also improves fuel economy as do the low friction design features.

All engines have been optimised for low-end torque as well as economy, making it possible to activate the lock-up clutch of the ZF HP28 automatic transmission at lower speed. This reduces ‘slip’ in the hydraulic torque converter improving both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The higher torque at lower rpm also enables longer gearing for more economical cruising.

The Range Rover Sport incorporates several other energy saving features too. At standstill, the idle speed of the 3.0 LR-TDV6 is a low 710rpm and the 5.0 LR-V8 supercharged, 700rpm, using the minimum of fuel without compromising refinement. An Intelligent Power Management System includes Smart Regenerative Charging, so whenever possible the alternator charges the battery when it is most economical to do so, such as when the car is coasting rather than accelerating.

Aerodynamic features at the front end such as the lower chin spoiler and front wheel deflectors help to reduce drag by increasing underfloor airflow. The air conditioning pump is driven through a clutch which disengages when the air conditioning is not in use reducing parasitic losses and delivering improvements in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
e_TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES in summary:
• EU5 LR-TDV6 engine technology
• Cutting edge LR-V8 supercharger engine technology
• Diesel particulate filters on all Range Rover Sport models
• Engine calibration optimised
• Low engine idle speeds
• Reduced torque-converter slip
• Higher torque, allowing longer gearing
• Intelligent Power Management System (IPMS) including smart regenerative charging
• Clutched air conditioning pump to reduce parasitic losses
• Optimised aerodynamics


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Paris Motor Show Debut for Range Rover Evoque
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THE ALL-NEW RANGE ROVER EVOQUE  – THE SMALLEST, LIGHTEST, MOST FUEL-EFFICIENT RANGE ROVER EVER PRODUCED

• Luxurious cross-coupé design with a compact footprint
• Attracts new customers to the Range Rover brand
• Bold exterior evolves Range Rover design language
• Class-leading sustainability: sub 130g/km* CO2 with 58mpg* combined fuel economy
• Four-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive versions available
• Premium cabin offers full-sized glass panoramic roof that floods the interior with natural light
• Dynamic and agile handling across all terrains, aided by Adaptive Dynamics featuring MagneRide™
• Class-leading all-surface capability with Land Rover Terrain Response™
• Innovative Range Rover technologies, including dual-view display for 8-inch touch-screen and Surround Camera System
• Sold in 160 countries worldwide, with deliveries from summer 2011
• Indicative pricing starting from £30,000/ 35,000E

Land Rover, Gaydon, Warwickshire, 22 September 2010 – The all-new Range Rover Evoque will make its global public debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show on the 30th September 2010.

The Range Rover Evoque brings the acclaimed Land Rover’s LRX concept car into production reality, faithfully capturing the original design of this landmark cross-coupé concept. 

In keeping with the ethos of Range Rover, the Evoque delivers premium levels of craftsmanship, luxury, performance and renowned Land Rover all-terrain capability into a shrink-wrapped more compact package.

“These are exciting times for our business,” said CEO Dr Ralf Speth. “Not only will the Range Rover Evoque increase our worldwide market share, it helps to define a new segment for premium compact SUVs that are more sporting and stylish."


Sustainability
Offering CO2 emissions sub 130g/km* and fuel economy of 58mpg* combined, the Evoque is the lightest, most fuel-efficient Range Rover ever. It is a strong demonstration of the marque’s commitment to environmental sustainability.

 “This is a highly relevant and contemporary vehicle that will suit the modern needs of our customers,” said Land Rover’s Managing Director Phil Popham. “The Range Rover Evoque will appeal to a new group of customers who may not have considered a Range Rover before.”

Lightweight construction techniques and the addition of a front-wheel drive variant ensure optimum efficiency is achieved. A new range of state-of-the-art petrol and diesel engines comes with direct injection and stop-start. The Range Rover Evoque also adopts low CO2 systems such as Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) and is built to maximise end of life recyclability.

Design
The Range Rover Evoque’s dramatic exterior is based directly on the LRX concept car, which drew worldwide acclaim for its fresh interpretation of classic Range Rover design cues.

Smart design and meticulous engineering has allowed the LRX concept to be turned into reality without compromising the core Range Rover values of luxury, refined performance and all-terrain capability.

 “The Evoque marks a bold evolution of Range Rover design. With its dramatic rising beltline, a muscular shoulder running the length of the car, and a distinctive taper to the floating roofline, the Range Rover Evoque adopts a very dynamic profile with a powerful and athletic stance.” said Land Rover Design Director, Gerry McGovern.



Interior quality
The Range Rover Evoque’s cabin is lavishly appointed with premium quality materials and an elegance befitting of a Range Rover interior.

Customers can specify soft, premium leather and beautifully tailored, twin-needle stitching providing a luxurious finish to almost every surface of the instrument panel, doors and seats.

A lower driving position offers a more sporting feel but retains the important Command Driving Position. Headroom is generous compared with traditional sporting saloons, despite the low-profile coupé roofline.


Dynamics
On the open road, the Evoque offers a polished driving experience that combines dynamic and sporty handling with responsive, effortless performance and refinement.

Murray Dietsch, director of Land Rover programmes, said: “We’ve tuned the Range Rover Evoque’s chassis and Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) to deliver precise and responsive steering at lower speeds, making the car nimble and fun to drive.”

This sporting character has not been achieved at the expense of comfort and refinement.  Adaptive Dynamics uses advanced MagneRide™ dampers to provide a supple, controlled ride. The suspension delivers even tighter body control, with flatter handling and sharper responses.

Capable off-road
Drivers who take their Range Rover Evoque off-road will be reassured to know that, in addition to extremely generous ground clearance, the car has significantly better breakover, approach and departure angles than other compact SUVs.

The Evoque will be the first Range Rover to offer customers a choice between a full-time four-wheel-drive system, which delivers outstanding performance and traction on all surfaces, and a low carbon, front-wheel-drive option for further enhanced fuel economy.

The Range Rover Evoque’s formidable all-terrain potential is enhanced by the latest version of the company’s signature Terrain ResponseTM system.

Powertrains
The Range Rover Evoque’s turbocharged powertrain line-up offers smooth and responsive performance, blending four-cylinder efficiency with six-cylinder refinement and power.

Customers can choose between two comprehensively updated 2.2-litre turbodiesel derivatives, with 190PS or 150PS.

The front-wheel drive Range Rover Evoque with the 150PS 2.2-litre engine achieves 58mpg* and sub 130g/km* CO2. The four-wheel-drive 2.2-litre 150PS delivers 50mpg* and 145g/km* CO2.  

A new 240PS, 2.0-litre Si4 petrol engine combines direct fuel injection, turbocharging and twin variable valve timing for exceptional driveability and fuel efficiency.

Murray Dietsch, director of Land Rover programmes, said: “These impressive figures have been achieved by the product development team’s commitment to delivering a compact and weight-efficient product, with no compromise on durability and robustness.”



Innovation
The Evoque benefits from the same high-end innovative technologies as the larger Range Rovers. An intuitive control system and touch-screen display combines a stylish, uncluttered layout, state-of-the-art functionality with class-leading ease of use.

The display is available with dual-view technology, so that driver and passenger can view independent content.

Connectivity options include Bluetooth hands-free mobile phone and audio streaming, plus a range of USB and auxiliary inputs for iPods and other portable devices.

The Evoque is the first Range Rover to offer breathtaking new sound systems developed in partnership with the high-end audio specialist Meridian. The premium Meridian offering is an 825W, 17-speaker system that delivers the ultimate in surround-sound performance.

Other features available to Range Rover Evoque customers include:

• Park Assist for automated parallel parking
• Blind Spot Monitoring system
• Surround Camera System with five digital cameras, including a reversing system
• Full dual-zone automatic climate control, featuring a Park Heater timer facility
• Hard drive navigation system
• DAB/FM/AM/Sirius tuners, with hard drive virtual 10xCD multiplayer
• Digital and Satellite TV, and DVD playback
• Rear seat entertainment package, with 8-inch video screens, digital wireless 
headphones and touch screen remote control
• Keyless entry system and powered tailgate
• Adaptive headlamps with auto headlamp dipping
• Heated windscreen, front seats and steering wheel

Three design themes
The Range Rover Evoque offers customers more choice with three main vehicle design themes, each with its own distinctive character, exterior treatment and carefully co-ordinated interior package.

‘Pure’ combines the stunning concept-car exterior with a stylish, clean interior in neutral colours. Soft-touch wrapped materials on the major surfaces contrast with the metal brushed aluminium trim. 

‘Prestige’ is the ultimate in Range Rover luxury, combining a bespoke exterior that includes unique, 19-inch wheels and sparkling metallic details with an interior that is almost entirely leather-wrapped.

‘Dynamic’ brings a bolder exterior with 20-inch wheels and unique bumpers, sills, grille and tailpipes for a more assertive, confident stance. Contrasting roof and spoiler colours are available, while the premium sports interior offers sports seats with splashes of bright contrast colour. 

The Range Rover Evoque will be manufactured at Land Rover’s multi award-winning Halewood plant in Merseyside, UK. The car will go on sale in more than 160 markets worldwide from summer 2011. Prices will start from £30,000.

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