Land Rover Range Rover 2013-2014 Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8

Range Rover 2013-2014 Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 Review

Tata Motors owned Land Rover has finally brought in the 2013 Range Rover into the international market. This one has been brought to the country through CBU, which made the company to launch the car very quickly. However, the price is very high and this one goes out of the pocket at one level, but the exclusive features, high performance makes it all worth. As compared to the earlier Range Rover, the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 has been accompanied by a much better and improved comfort and safety features, along with classic performance on and off-road. The platform of the car has been modified and now you will see the lighter and better D4u platform, which is about 400kgs less in weight. 40mm has been increased in the wheelbase, giving more comfort and space to rear seat occupants. The car has been brought in both petrol and diesel variants. The diesel variant model of 2013 Range Rover is fuel efficient as compared to the petrol model. The 4.4 litre of turbo V8 diesel engine inside also keeps the capacity to churn out massive power and torque. The eight speed self shifting ZF transmission coupled with the engine further makes the car much more advanced and amazing as a drive. As far as the looks are concerned, the company has modified the exteriors a bit, while interiors on the other hand have been given some noticeable makeover.

Exteriors

The exteriors of the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 have been improved as compared to the older model of the car. However, the company has still kept the typical ‘Range Rover’ feel here. What will grab you eye include floating roof, clamshell bonnet, and split tail gate, which is operated electrically. The front grille has been reworked, while the tail lights and headlamps have been inspired from Evoque. The front bumper is not very bulgy and makes the car appear to be single unit. The redesigned fog lamps are attractive and the side metal scoop is omitted. However, the basic shape of the car remains same as before, but certain changes such as LED tail light make the 2013 Range Rover different and better. Furthermore, 2013 range rover is the first SUV ever that is an al-aluminium monocoque construction and is 420kgs lighter than the previous model.

Interiors

The interiors of the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 are of top-notch quality. The moment you step inside the car, it makes you feel deluxe and premium all through the ride. The subtly maintained in this diesel variant of the 2013 Range Rover is perfect and doesn’t disappoint you at any level. In the front cabin, the company has reduced the buttons and made the car more user-friendly and less complicated. The company has changed the interiors to an extent as well and blessed the car with reworked steering wheel dipped in brown and beige color combo. The centre console also has the same colored hints and the gear knob has more modish design. On the whole, the interiors of the car have been inspired from Range Rover Evoque and other new Jaguar cars.

Comfort Features

The comfort features of 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 have been made more comfy and premium as compared to the outgoing model. The new 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 has been blessed with all lavish features. The new touch screen system comprising of music, TV and navigation options is just fabulous. the elective Meridian music system that fabricates 1700W via 27 speakers makes the infotainment section of the car top-notch . The front row is very spacious as the seat size is improved and made quite large. The wheelbase amplification as lead to more space for the rear seat occupants as well. The multifunctional steering wheel is smooth functioning, while the four zone automatic climate control is superb. The rear AC vents ensure high-end cooling for the other passengers as well . The high storage space makes it ideal for long adventurous road trips with your friends. The cabin restricts the outside sound, which means it’s a peaceful ride all along. These superior features make the car to directly compete with Mercedes Benz S-Class and Audi A8.

Engine

Under the bonnet, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 comes with a very powerful and rock-solid 4.4 litre of turbo V8 diesel engine that has been tweaked a bit on performance levels and fuel efficient. The major change occurred to the engine is because of the all-aluminium construction of the car’s chassis. This has also helped the car to improve the acceleration and pickup of the car. The high power and torque churned out by the car is excellent. The eight-speed self shifting ZF transmission coupled with the 4.4 litre of V8 diesel engine takes the fuel efficiency higher on the graph. The gearshifts here are extremely smooth and make the driving experience for the owner quite mind-boggling.

Safety features

The safety features in 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 are technologically advanced and ensure the safety of the passengers as well as of the car as well. The strong body structure keeps the capacity to absorb maximum force into it, which means keeping the occupants unharmed and safe. To further ensure the safety, the car come with airbags for the occupants, central locking system, EBD, ABS, brake assist, strong brakes for front and rear , 20 inches of bold and strong alloy wheels and seat belts for all passengers. All these features are successful in making 2013 Range Rover Diesel a safe and sound car.

Handling and controlling

The handling of 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 SDV8 is excellent. The reduction in flab is one of the main things that makes the car a superb drive altogether. As compared to the ongoing model, it is way better and improved. The new multifunctional steering wheel makes the car ride downy and smooth. The control of the car is given in the hands of the driver by the presence of advanced features like anti-lock braking system, electronic brake force distribution system and brake assist. The powerful brakes are extremely responding.

Pros 

High class appearance, superior interiors

Cons  

High price