Available as a mild or plug-in hybrid

Bright and early on October 27 at 3:40 a.m. local time, the whole world got their first glimpse of the 2022 Range Rover as it was unveiled live from the Royal Opera House in London, England.

Coventry Motors Corporation (exclusive Philippine distributor of Land Rover) streamed the global launch of the marque’s most ambitious effort to date, introducing the fifth-generation model that now comes with a new body architecture, a revolutionary air purification technology, and new bespoke variants handcrafted by Range Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations, among many others.

Without changing the company’s three-line (sloping roofline, firm waistline, and rising sill line) ethos, this all-new model is sleeker and more beautiful than ever before thanks to a specially-engineered hidden waist finisher, flush glazing, laser-welded roof interface, and a hidden-until-lit lighting system (taillight) to create a clean and smooth surface that delivers a drag coefficient of 0.30, the highest ever for a luxury SUV.

Debuting on this model is the MLA-Flex (Modular Longitudinal Architecture) that can accommodate an array of electrified powertrains, including an all-electric version that will debut in 2024. It comes in either Standard or Long Wheelbase form and will allow, for the first time in the Range Rover, luxury seating for seven.

Various innovative and sustainable materials that follow strict processes are used in the cabin to ensure the highest quality while also reducing the environmental impact of auto production and operation. One such item is the Kvadrat remix wool blend fabric that will be offered as a leather-free interior option. Its wool blend makes it the perfect cloth to accompany the technical Ultrafabrics material and has all the tactile qualities of leather but is 30% lighter and generates only a quarter of the CO².

The climate control system comes with Cabin Air Purification Pro, which combines dual-nanoe X technology for allergen reduction and pathogen removal (to help significantly reduce odors and viruses) and CO2 Management and PM2.5 Cabin Air Filtration to enhance air quality. Nanoe X technology has been scientifically proven to significantly reduce viruses and bacteria including SARS-CoV-2 viruses.

Ensuring a pleasant and quiet ride is the third-generation Active Noise Cancellation technology. It works like high-end active noise cancelling headphones and uses microphones on the outside of the vehicle and headrest speakers on the inside to create personal quiet zones for the cabin occupants.

For those looking for ‘smarter’ options in the cabin, you’ll be glad to know that each model comes standard with Amazon Alexa. This allows users to deliver natural voice commands to manage the infotainment system, including phone contact, telephony, and even navigation.

The gasoline engine for the P440e, P510e, P350, and P400 is a 3.0L six-cylinder turbo engine that produces up to 510-PS and 550-Nm of torque depending on the variant and electrification level, while the P530 uses BMW’s 4.4L twin-turbo V8 with 530-PS and 750-Nm of torque.

The 3.0L six-cylinder diesel engine is still available with outputs of 249-PS and 600-Nm; 300-PS and 650-Nm; and 350 PS/700 Nm of torque depending on the variant. Except for the P530, all variants come in either Extended Range Plug-in Hybrid or Mild-Hybrid versions.

In order to maintain its renowned performance, it has Integrated Chassis Control system, All-Wheel Steering, Electronic Air Suspension, and the new Dynamic Response Pro technology that provides fast-reacting electronic roll control for elevated composure and agility in all environments.

Coming later in the year is the SV (Special Vehicle) model. It is the brand’s unique interpretation of luxury and personalization. Materials used include lustrous plated metals, smooth ceramics, intricate mosaic marquetry, as well as a choice of high-grade leathers or Ultrafabrics. There will also be additional design themes like SV Serenity and SV Intrepid that uses two-tone front-to-rear contrasting interior colorways. Also available is the four-seat SV Signature Suite that comes with an electrically deployable club table and refrigerator.

“The New Range Rover is a superb manifestation of our vision to create the world’s most desirable luxury vehicles, for the most discerning of customers. It writes the next chapter in the unique story of pioneering innovation that has been a Range Rover hallmark for more than 50 years,” said Thierry Bolloré, Chief Executive Officer, Jaguar Land Rover.