Confidence

The cornerstone of Range Rover's confident stability over uneven pavement (or no pavement at all) is its highly refined suspension system. At the heart of the system are two strong but light axles.
The front axle is located by forged steel radius arms. In the rear, the All-Terrain Lightweight Articulation System (ATLAS) features advanced composite trailing arms. The resulting suspension geometry allows up to nine inches of wheel travel, a definite aid when negotiating large off-road obstacles or simply progressing over potholes. Yet this same design also maintains proper wheel positioning for excellent on-road handling and a comfortable ride.

Range Rover takes the art of vehicle dynamics even further, however, with its standard Electronic Air Suspension (EAS) system. This unique system continuously monitors the relative height of each corner of the vehicle and automatically adjusts each air spring to maintain a level ride, regardless of vehicle load. Five different profiles are available to raise or lower the vehicle on its suspension as conditions warrant. In short, this suspension system provides a combination of off-road mobility and on-road handling that is simply unmatched.

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F ew people may ever encounter conditions that truly test the mettle of a Range Rover, but few vehicles can inspire such confidence in every driving situation. One key to this remarkable ability is the Electronic Air Suspension system (EAS), with driver-selectable and automatic modes. From lowering the vehicle 2.6 inches for easy entry/exit, to raising it 1.6 inches for serious off-roading, to continuous load leveling, EAS provides unmatched benefits on-road or off.
Profile Controls Access lowers the vehicle by 2.6 inches for easy entry and exit. Low automatically lowers the Range Rover at speeds above 50 mph for greater stability. High Profile raises the vehicle by 1.6 inches for serious off-road mobility. And Extended Profile is automatically engaged in the unlikely event that the vehicle becomes high-centered while traversing an extreme obstacle.

 
An aluminum-alloy V-8 powers both Range Rover models. This advanced powerplant has been the beneficiary of significant improvements for durability, smooth operation, low maintenance and low emissions. For example, the cast aluminum block features cross-bolted main bearings and steel cylinder liners for reduced vibration and increased durability. Stainless steel exhaust manifolds resist rust and lower exhaust emissions. And a distributorless ignition system uses four coils and a sophisticated computer to determine the precise instant to fire each spark plug. With 190 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque, both at relatively low rpm, the Range Rover 4.0 SE's 4.0-liter V-8 offers superb flexibility and responsiveness for on-road travel and off-road adventure.

The exclusive Range Rover 4.6 HSE is even more spirited. With an additional 35 horsepower and 44 pound-feet of torque, plus low-profile 18-inch tires, the 4.6 HSE is a more sporting ride, while still retaining the attributes for which all Range Rovers are legendary.

Both engines are matched to an electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission. An innovative H-gate selector engages the automatic transmission and can shift the transfer gearbox from High to Low Range with electronic ease. Within this transfer box is a center differential plus a viscous coupling to transfer power seamlessly to the axle with the greatest amount of traction. A standard electronic traction control system (a Land Rover exclusive) senses acceleration wheelspin at each rear wheel and "pulses" the brake of the spinning wheel, transferring power across the axle to the wheel with more grip.

Range Rovers are also equipped with large disc brakes at each wheel, reverse-ventilated in front for effective brake cooling. The special four-channel, all-terrain Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) can provide superior stability and control on any surface. Even the parking brake is specially designed, acting on the driveshaft to lock all four wheels instead of just two.