Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven

sanojrawap · 21st November 2012, 14:37

Nice Review.
Does anyone know when this Range Rover is coming to India.

Regards,
sanojrawap

one-77 · 21st November 2012, 14:41

Wow! Team-BHP sure is going places. Great review Ajmat!

It's my dream car. And will remain a dream for a long time to come, but someday..

Swanand Inamdar · 21st November 2012, 14:42

W-O-W!! Absolute looker, this one.
I have always been a fan of the looks of the Range Rovers. Classy, yet timeless.

She's beautiful, but oh so expensive. Maybe, someday Ill own one of these. Someday. I loved the one in red. Rarely does one get to see a red Range Rover on our roads. They are the usual black/silver, that one sees.

Good to see Team BHP going international. First with the JLR review in Germany and England, and now this. And what a lovely destination to conduct an event!

So, lemme ask you this, Ajmat. Which terrain did you enjoy driving on, the most?

StarrySky · 21st November 2012, 14:45

Amazing report and truly remarkable pictures! One of the best reviews in Team-BHP so far

21st November 2012, 14:47

Wow....... cant say anything. This is another beauty from JLR.

This is one of the best car. It could take up any kinda roads. Oops, it could go anywhere

. No roads are required.

The price tag

indeed puts away many customers.

Ajmat, Is it going to be officially launched in india?
If possible could you please let us know more about the engine. Also you have said that the car was designed to run even at 5000 ft of height easily. How was that attained? because, for such a big engine, Doing offroading at such height wouldnt give enough oxygen.

PPS · 21st November 2012, 15:02

Nice write-up

. Is this the first time they are offering the panoramic roof ? Don't remember seeing any Range Rovers here in Mumbai with the panoramic roof. Personally i like the look of the present Range Rover's, they have a certain aspirational value in India & this car is bound to do well here!
I believe its going to be launched in March here in India.

The tail-lamp design of the 4th generation RR seems to be inspired by the XUV5oo!

Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven-rrxuvtail.jpg

avira_tk · 21st November 2012, 15:06

This is proof that it takes Europeans to do a luxury badge, I can't imagine a Jap/Korean SUV that will be half as impressive. The Range Rover still has what it takes to be a serious competitor to luxury sedans, without compromising its off road credentials.

The price tag, when you include duties is acceptable. This car gets eyeballs like no German SUV can today, exclusive,expensive and expansive.

tifosikrishna · 21st November 2012, 15:12

Ajit - fantastic review and as always I find your writing style very unique. Now I figure out where you went after taking rest at Emirates First Class Lounge....

Kudos to Team-BHP.

nkrishnap · 21st November 2012, 15:23

Fantastic Report of the very capable machines. Loved the photos in the Ravine and the water. Wall paper material.

Good going by Teambhp.

A well deserved 5 star rating for this thread.

suhaas307 · 21st November 2012, 15:43

Team-BHP is widely known for two (amongst other vastly popular sections) things:

- Official Reviews.

- Travelogues.

And what you've done Ajmat, is manage to dish-out a supreme blend of the two. A drive through exotic places while gorging on great food and reviewing one of the most desirable cars around makes me go green with envy. The Rangie is arguably the ultimate rich-man's road-trip tourer-car when the quality of road is questionable.

I've got to hand it to you, Sir. You've spoiled us with something that can't be considered just a review. It's so much more. Bookmarked and Subscribed!

Trojan · 21st November 2012, 15:52

Wow, this was breathtaking, thank you Ajmat Sir- you must have thoroughly enjoyed every bit and more, your writing style is exquisite and takes transports the reader with the intricate description and details.
Its a total stunner, with so much gadgetry involved, I am sure it would take some time getting used to;
I am imagining things here - "how would it feel if cars would talk to me to raise her another 65mm while driving?" Ans. Simply Wow
This is one of my dream cars, dream till I buy one someday!

Cheers,

Rufus_M · 21st November 2012, 15:53

Whoa! An excellent review there Ajmat.

Well deserved 5 star material.

I always had a thing for Range Rovers. They look classy. Hope to see this is India soon. JLR is doing a good job with its current portfolio. Indeed different from the regular German trio.

girimajiananth · 21st November 2012, 16:05

Brilliant review , loved reading every word of it . I am a huge fan of Land Rover and i enjoyed the pics like an 8 year old boy !

.

I only wish they were affordable cars in India .

Omtoatom · 21st November 2012, 16:10

A breathtakingly detailed writeup Ajmat with some stunning shots to boot.

A fitting review of a magnificent car presented in a style only you can. Also delighted to see T-BHP transcending borders now as far as scope and recognition are concerned. You must feel blessed!

Kudos again on a masterpiece. Hooked. Subscribed!

vinaydas · 21st November 2012, 16:19

One Word, Gorgeous

Always loved the Rangies, they were always quite beautiful.

21st November 2012, 14:37	#16
sanojrawap BHPian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Pune Posts: 165 Thanked: 218 Times	Nice Review. Does anyone know when this Range Rover is coming to India. Regards, sanojrawap
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one-77 BHPian Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: KL11 Posts: 502 Thanked: 731 Times View My Garage	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Wow! Team-BHP sure is going places. Great review Ajmat! It's my dream car. And will remain a dream for a long time to come, but someday..
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21st November 2012, 14:42	#18
Swanand Inamdar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,644 Thanked: 587 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven W-O-W!! Absolute looker, this one. I have always been a fan of the looks of the Range Rovers. Classy, yet timeless. She's beautiful, but oh so expensive. Maybe, someday Ill own one of these. Someday. I loved the one in red. Rarely does one get to see a red Range Rover on our roads. They are the usual black/silver, that one sees. Good to see Team BHP going international. First with the JLR review in Germany and England, and now this. And what a lovely destination to conduct an event! So, lemme ask you this, Ajmat. Which terrain did you enjoy driving on, the most? Last edited by Swanand Inamdar : 21st November 2012 at 14:43. Reason: Added text
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StarrySky Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: EU - Nordic Posts: 2,096 Thanked: 3,231 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Amazing report and truly remarkable pictures! One of the best reviews in Team-BHP so far
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21st November 2012, 14:47	#20
gemi_kk Posts: n/a	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Wow....... cant say anything. This is another beauty from JLR. This is one of the best car. It could take up any kinda roads. Oops, it could go anywhere . No roads are required. The price tag indeed puts away many customers. Ajmat, Is it going to be officially launched in india? If possible could you please let us know more about the engine. Also you have said that the car was designed to run even at 5000 ft of height easily. How was that attained? because, for such a big engine, Doing offroading at such height wouldnt give enough oxygen.
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21st November 2012, 15:02	#21
PPS Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: mumbai Posts: 2,510 Thanked: 3,943 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Nice write-up. Is this the first time they are offering the panoramic roof ? Don't remember seeing any Range Rovers here in Mumbai with the panoramic roof. Personally i like the look of the present Range Rover's, they have a certain aspirational value in India & this car is bound to do well here! I believe its going to be launched in March here in India. The tail-lamp design of the 4th generation RR seems to be inspired by the XUV5oo!
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21st November 2012, 15:06	#22
avira_tk BANNED Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,379 Thanked: 3,397 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven This is proof that it takes Europeans to do a luxury badge, I can't imagine a Jap/Korean SUV that will be half as impressive. The Range Rover still has what it takes to be a serious competitor to luxury sedans, without compromising its off road credentials. The price tag, when you include duties is acceptable. This car gets eyeballs like no German SUV can today, exclusive,expensive and expansive.
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21st November 2012, 15:12	#23
tifosikrishna BHPian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: chennai Posts: 827 Thanked: 383 Times View My Garage	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Ajit - fantastic review and as always I find your writing style very unique. Now I figure out where you went after taking rest at Emirates First Class Lounge.... Kudos to Team-BHP.
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21st November 2012, 15:23	#24
nkrishnap Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 3,989 Thanked: 7,464 Times View My Garage	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Fantastic Report of the very capable machines. Loved the photos in the Ravine and the water. Wall paper material. Good going by Teambhp. A well deserved 5 star rating for this thread.
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21st November 2012, 15:43	#25
suhaas307 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 9,146 Thanked: 14,513 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Team-BHP is widely known for two (amongst other vastly popular sections) things: - Official Reviews. - Travelogues. And what you've done Ajmat, is manage to dish-out a supreme blend of the two. A drive through exotic places while gorging on great food and reviewing one of the most desirable cars around makes me go green with envy. The Rangie is arguably the ultimate rich-man's road-trip tourer-car when the quality of road is questionable. I've got to hand it to you, Sir. You've spoiled us with something that can't be considered just a review. It's so much more. Bookmarked and Subscribed! Last edited by suhaas307 : 22nd November 2012 at 01:31. Reason: thanks tifosikrishna:) editing typo
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Trojan BHPian Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Pune Posts: 517 Thanked: 1,975 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Wow, this was breathtaking, thank you Ajmat Sir- you must have thoroughly enjoyed every bit and more, your writing style is exquisite and takes transports the reader with the intricate description and details. Its a total stunner, with so much gadgetry involved, I am sure it would take some time getting used to; I am imagining things here - "how would it feel if cars would talk to me to raise her another 65mm while driving?" Ans. Simply Wow This is one of my dream cars, dream till I buy one someday! Cheers, Last edited by Trojan : 21st November 2012 at 15:54.
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21st November 2012, 15:53	#27
Rufus_M BHPian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Mangalore Posts: 103 Thanked: 34 Times	Whoa! An excellent review there Ajmat. Well deserved 5 star material. I always had a thing for Range Rovers. They look classy. Hope to see this is India soon. JLR is doing a good job with its current portfolio. Indeed different from the regular German trio.
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21st November 2012, 16:05	#28
girimajiananth BHPian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Bangalore Posts: 675 Thanked: 710 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven Brilliant review , loved reading every word of it . I am a huge fan of Land Rover and i enjoyed the pics like an 8 year old boy !. I only wish they were affordable cars in India .
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21st November 2012, 16:10	#29
Omtoatom BHPian Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Mumbai, MH Posts: 500 Thanked: 181 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven A breathtakingly detailed writeup Ajmat with some stunning shots to boot. A fitting review of a magnificent car presented in a style only you can. Also delighted to see T-BHP transcending borders now as far as scope and recognition are concerned. You must feel blessed! Kudos again on a masterpiece. Hooked. Subscribed!
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21st November 2012, 16:19	#30
vinaydas BANNED Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 1,399 Thanked: 148 Times	Re: Range Rover (4th Generation) : Driven One Word, Gorgeous Always loved the Rangies, they were always quite beautiful.
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