Product Reviews Net » Land Rover http://www.product-reviews.net Information on the latest gadgets, technology, news and product reviews Sun, 27 May 2012 07:32:39 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Range Rover Evoque loses its roof, Victoria Beckham edition http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/07/19/range-rover-evoque-loses-its-roof-victoria-beckham-edition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=range-rover-evoque-loses-its-roof-victoria-beckham-edition http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/07/19/range-rover-evoque-loses-its-roof-victoria-beckham-edition/#comments Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:20:03 +0000 Peter Chubb http://www.product-reviews.net/?p=137113 Over the years there have been a number of topless Land Rover vehicles, but none had the kind of looks that would make you turn your head and think wow. However, that could all be about to change if rumors of a Range Rover Evoque come off. This will be a first for the company, as the vehicle does have the looks to pull it off.

We cannot say for certain if this will happen, but Autoblog has said that this could be the special Victoria Beckham edition. If this is the case, then this will make the car an even tougher sell for men. It is no secret that VB has a flair for fashion, so one would expect a few feminine touches here and there, but we worry that Land Rover are allowing themselves to alienate the male market.

The Evoque convertible will be aimed at two models, the Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet and the yet to be announced Audi Q5 cabrio. Choosing between the three is not hard at all, number three will be the Nissan, number two the Range Rover and number one is the Audi. Now you may wonder why we went with this choice?

Well, the Murano CrossCabriolet has no style at all, and since these drop tops are all about how they look, it just seems a little pointless. Then the Evoque; personally I have never been a fan of these kind of vehicles, but Land Rover need to forget making these hideous versions – yes the Sport as well – and concentrate on what they are good at, and that is off-road vehicles. Do not take my word for it; even the guys on Top Gear think the same.

The rumored Audi Q5 cabrio looks the best of the bunch, even if its styling is still questionable. The front end looks like a Humpback Whale opening its mouth ready to take in some krill. While gazing a little longer I am reminded of a Boyd Coddington creation – looks like Audi might have themselves a hot-rod.

We are not too certain as to how sales have been going for the Evoque, but they will be boosted once it makes its way to the US, which we know will be in just a few months. We can see it being very popular in LA, as well as with rappers – well only the female ones.

Do you think that the Range Rover Evoque Victoria Beckham special edition will be a convertible?

More About: ,

For more Product-Reviews.net coverage:

]]> http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/07/19/range-rover-evoque-loses-its-roof-victoria-beckham-edition/feed/ 0 Land Rover Defender Overhaul: 2013 Concept http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/04/27/land-rover-defender-overhaul-2013-concept/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=land-rover-defender-overhaul-2013-concept http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/04/27/land-rover-defender-overhaul-2013-concept/#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2011 12:43:48 +0000 Peter Chubb http://www.product-reviews.net/?p=128804 If there were ever a vehicle that looked a little dated, then the Defender would be it, which is why there will soon be a Land Rover Defender overhaul. We can expect a 2013 concept, which will then go into production by the summer of 2015 – so not too long to wait. It has been reported that work has already begun, so we hope to see something very special.

Tata is said to have invested a huge effort into this overhaul of the Defender, and will offer a range of new body styles, such as convertibles wagons and pickups. According to AutoCar, Land Rover is still in the planning stages with designers and engineers, making certain that what they design can be done.

Sales of the Land Rover Defender have been very low just recently, with just 18,000 being sold last year. This could either mean that we are not interested in the vehicle anymore, or that the current design is too dated? Tata must feel that the Defender still has a lot to give; otherwise they would not invest so heavily?

We have to wonder if they are doing the right thing, sales of SUVs and trucks have been falling steadily in recent years. The reason for this is due to the fact that they have always been associated with low fuel-economy. However, we have seen in the past year that SUV emissions have been falling, but they need to fall a lot further if they ever have hope of getting back to high sales.

Do you feel that the SUV is a dying breed?

More About: , ,

For more Product-Reviews.net coverage:

]]> http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/04/27/land-rover-defender-overhaul-2013-concept/feed/ 4 Land Rover at Geneva 2011: Four New Models http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/02/17/land-rover-at-geneva-2011-four-new-models/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=land-rover-at-geneva-2011-four-new-models http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/02/17/land-rover-at-geneva-2011-four-new-models/#comments Thu, 17 Feb 2011 15:39:20 +0000 Peter Chubb http://www.product-reviews.net/?p=122266 This year will be a good showing for Land Rover at Geneva 2011, as they will have four new models during the motor show. I cannot remember the last time that I used Range Rover and fuel-efficient in the same sentence, but this is something that we will all have to get used to with the e plug-in diesel hybrid.

That will not be the only model from the Indian owned company on show, there will be the Autobiography Ultimate Edition, 2011 Discovery/LR4 Landmark Edition and the Evoque. Land Rover has never produced a sexy car, but the Evoque certainly comes close. One of the most important things about a vehicle is how they look – something that has never been at the top of Land Rover’s agenda.

Lets go back to that Range Rover Sport EV for a moment and take a look at its credentials thanks to Autoblog. The 3.0 liter turbodiesel will work alongside and electric motor, all this power is delivered via its eight-speed automatic transmission For those of you who want to just use the electric motor, then you can travel 20 miles. However, combined with the diesel engine and that increases to 700 miles.

The model that excites us the most is the Evoque, which is the model that had the biggest launch. However, some will much prefer the Autobiography Ultimate, which is the model that we believe UK football/soccer players will be driving around in. According to Car Pages there will be two versions, with each offering different engine and trim levels.

You will be able to get up close and personal with these four new Land Rover models during the 2011 Geneva Motor Show from March 3, 2011.

More About: , ,

For more Product-Reviews.net coverage:

]]> http://www.product-reviews.net/2011/02/17/land-rover-at-geneva-2011-four-new-models/feed/ 0 Range Rover Evoque: Pure, Prestige and Dynamic http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/09/25/range-rover-evoque-pure-prestige-and-dynamic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=range-rover-evoque-pure-prestige-and-dynamic http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/09/25/range-rover-evoque-pure-prestige-and-dynamic/#comments Sat, 25 Sep 2010 22:35:49 +0000 Peter Chubb http://www.product-reviews.net/?p=109452 Back in July we learned that Land Rover was to launch the Range Rover Evoque, which is to be the smallest from their range. We then learned earlier this week that the new vehicle was officially announced by the British carmaker – although they are Indian owned.

For those who do not know, there is to be three versions of the Range Rover Evoque: Pure, Prestige and Dynamic. So let us take a look to see how the three differ from each other.

The Pure looks a lot like a concept vehicle with its remarkable design both inside and out. The overall design is both simple and pure – hence the name.

Next up is the Prestige; this offers the best in luxury. 19-inch wheels come as standard, but an upgrade to 20-inch wheels is a must. The interior of the Range Rover Evoque is premium everywhere you look, with its mix of wood, leather and metal.

Finally we have the Dynamic, which also offers either 19 or 20-inch wheels, and with its other exterior features has a stance that makes you know you’re driving a crossover from one of the best in the business. Once Land Rover make the Range Rover Evoque, you then have the tough choice to make of what model you will want from the three above.

For a closer look and more details and photos visit The Car Guide.

More About: , ,

For more Product-Reviews.net coverage:

]]> http://www.product-reviews.net/2010/09/25/range-rover-evoque-pure-prestige-and-dynamic/feed/ 0