A Detailed Review of the 2024 Range Rover Velar: Is It Worth the Price
Land Rover has launched the new and updated Range Rover Velar in India, with a starting price of Rs 94.30 lakh (ex-showroom). The luxury SUV gets a refreshed design, new features, and two engine options. Here is a detailed look at what the 2024 Range Rover Velar has to offer.
Range Rover Price
| Engine | Ex-Showroom Price | On-Road Price |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | Rs 93.00 lakh | Rs 1.14 crore |
| Diesel | Rs 93.00 lakh | Rs 1.14 crore |
The on-road price includes the RTO charges, insurance, and other costs. The ex-showroom price does not include these charges.
Range Rover Design
The 2024 Range Rover Velar gets a subtle makeover, with a new grille, redesigned LED headlights and taillights, new front and rear bumpers, and new alloy wheels. The SUV also gets two new exterior colours – Metallic Varesine Blue and Premium Metallic Zadar Grey, along with Fuji White and Santorini Black. The Velar retains its signature features such as the floating roof, the unbroken waistline, and the flush deployable door handles.
Range Rover Features
| Feature | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 250 PS | 204 PS |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 420 Nm |
| 0-100 kmph | 7.5 s | 8.3 s |
| Top speed | 217 kmph | 210 kmph |
| Infotainment system | 11.4-inch touchscreen with Pivi Pro, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Amazon Alexa, and OTA updates | Same as petrol |
| Sound system | Meridian with 11 speakers and 400 watts | Same as petrol |
| Climate control | Four-zone with air purifier plus | Same as petrol |
| Sunroof | Fixed panoramic | Same as petrol |
| Upholstery | Windsor leather with 20-way power-adjustable front seats with massage, heating, and ventilation functions | Same as petrol |
| Seat memory function | Driver seat memory function and rear seat power recline function | Same as petrol |
| Wireless charging pad and USB ports | Yes | Same as petrol |
| Noise cancellation and ambient lighting | Active road noise cancellation and multicolour ambient lighting | Same as petrol |
| Camera system and tailgate | 360-degree camera with park assist and powered tailgate | Same as petrol |
| Terrain Response and suspension | Terrain Response 2 with multiple driving modes and electronic air suspension | Same as petrol |
| Water-wading depth and towing capacity | 580 mm and 2400 kg | Same as petrol |
Range Rover Specs
| Spec | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged | 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic with all-wheel-drive | 8-speed automatic with all-wheel-drive |
| Power | 250 PS @ 5500 rpm | 204 PS @ 4000 rpm |
| Torque | 365 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm | 420 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm |
| Fuel efficiency | Not revealed yet | Not revealed yet |
| Fuel tank capacity | 63 litres | 60 litres |
| Length | 4803 mm | Same as petrol |
| Width | 2145 mm (with mirrors) | Same as petrol |
| Height | 1665 mm | Same as petrol |
| Wheelbase | 2874 mm | Same as petrol |
| Ground clearance | 213 mm (with air suspension) | Same as petrol |
| Boot space | 558 litres (expandable to 1731 litres) | Same as petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1896 kg | 1916 kg |
Verdict
The 2024 Range Rover Velar is a premium SUV that offers a blend of style, luxury, technology, and performance. It competes with the likes of the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Audi Q7, and Volvo XC90 in the Indian market. The Velar has a distinctive appeal that sets it apart from its rivals, but it also comes at a steep price that may limit its mass appeal. However, for those who value exclusivity, refinement, and capability, the Velar is a worthy choice.
