Land Rover has launched the 2021 iteration of its popular luxury SUV, Range Rover Velar in India at a starting price of Rs 79.87 lakh, ex-showroom. Range Rover is the default choice of premium SUV customers who are looking for something which has an unparalleled road presence and oozes luxury and opulence. Considering these factors in mind, the 2021 Velar is feature-packed to keep the occupants pampered all the time. The Velar comes in a single fully-loaded R-Dynamic S trim with two engine options. Let us take a look in detail at what the BS6 updated Range Rover Velar comes equipped with this time around.
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2021 Range Rover Velar – Exterior Design
Well, to put it simply, you can’t confuse any Range Rover with anything else out there. The rich DNA and heritage of the brand are reflected in each Range Rover and it is no different this time around. The front fascia hosts a massive signature Range Rover grille, LED Premium Automatic Headlamps with Auto Levelling, Signature LED DLRs, Auto High Beam Assist, Black Contrast Roof, Headlight Washer, Sporty and Sturdy Bumper with Fog Lamps. When one views the Velar from the sides, one can see the sheer size of the SUV with large pronounced wheel arches and overhangs, stylish 20-inch 7-spoke Gloss Silver Alloy Wheels, Blacked Out A, B and C-Pillars and R-Dynamic Badging. The rear features a typical sleek LED taillamp unit with split lights, Twin-Chrome Exhaust Tips, a great departure angle with a slanted rear bumper with skid plates. Overall, the traditional and yet modern appearance continues to impress.
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2021 Range Rover Velar – Interiors, Features and Safety
As mentioned before, the comfort and convenience features of the 2021 Range Rover Velar are too extensive. The list includes Ebony Perforated Leather Seats, 14-way Driver Memory Front Seats with Power Recline, Aluminium Inserts in the cabin for a premium feel, Four-Zone Climate Control, Cabin Air Ionisation with Air Filter, Dual 10-inch Touchscreen Setup for PiVi Pro Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth Connectivity, 3D Surround Camera, Climate Controls, 12-speaker Premium Meridian Audio System, Powered Tailgate and much more. On the safety front, the Velar comes with features like 6 Airbags, ABS with EBD, Emergency Brake Assist, Brake Pad Wear Indicator, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Dynamic Stability Control, Roll Stability Control, Hill Ascent and Descent Control, Open Differential with Torque Vectoring by Braking and much more features related to traction control to enhance the off-roading capabilities.
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2021 Range Rover Velar – Engines, Transmissions and Prices
The 2021 Range Rover comes with two powerful powertrains. This includes a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo petrol engine making 250 hp and 430 Nm. The 2.0-litre diesel engine makes a healthy 204 hp and 430 Nm of peak power and torque respectively. The diesel engine comes with the option of a mild-hybrid technology. Both these engines come mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox and the power is sent to all four wheels. The prices of the Range Rover Velar start at Rs 79.87 lakh and go all the way up to Rs 80.71 lakh, ex-showroom.
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