2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Diesel
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Pros
- Distinctive styling inside and out
- Refined driving experience
- Strong V6 engine
Cons
- Touch-sensitive steering wheel controls give too many false positives
- Gloss-black interior is a fingerprint magnet
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in Ashburn, VAWhich Range Rover Velar does Edmunds recommend?
Edmunds' Expert Review
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The Range Rover name is a special thing for Land Rover, such that there hasn't been a new variant since the subcompact Evoque was introduced in 2012. So there's some significance to the arrival of the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. It's a relatively affordable Land Rover SUV — at least compared to the regular Range Rover — that also happens to be the most attractive model in the lineup.
Much as how it's positioned between the subcompact Evoque and midsize Sport, the Velar's size sits somewhere between traditional compact and midsize premium SUVs. Its design also departs from tradition, making the most dramatic visual update to the brand's iconic look both inside and out.
Though it looks and drives differently, the Velar is based on the Jaguar F-Pace, sharing its drivetrain options and underlying structure. It is available with one of three engines: two turbocharged inline four-cylinders (one gas and one diesel) or a supercharged 3.0-liter V6.
Also differentiating the Velar is its available off-road equipment, which ranges from height-adjusting air springs, a mechanical locking rear differential, and a low-speed cruise control. Serious off-road enthusiasts should still look elsewhere — the Velar is suited more for boulevards than boulders — but it has enough off-road capability to make you feel as if you can, even if you never will.
Overall, the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is an interesting model to consider if you're shopping for a luxury crossover SUV. It's larger and more expensive than SUVs such as the BMW X4 and the Porsche Macan but smaller and less utilitarian than the midsize models (think BMW X5 and Mercedes GLE) its price can bump against. It's arguably the most stylish of the bunch, though. If you find the Land Rover brand appealing, the new Velar should be a great choice.
Trim levels & features
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is available in five different trim levels, each with a greater number of standard features throughout. The undesignated base trim Velar is only available with one engine choice, but it has dual-zone climate control and adaptive suspension dampers. The S offers two optional engine choices along with more comfort and utility features. The R-Dynamic SE and the R-Dynamic HSE don more stylish bodywork and bigger wheels. Lastly, the First Edition is essentially an HSE with most of the Velar's options as standard equipment.
The base Velar starts with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder (247 horsepower, 269 pound-feet of torque) that's connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Standard feature highlights include adaptive suspension dampers, 18-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, automatic wipers and LED headlights. Inside you'll find dual-zone climate control, faux leather upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, a 40/20/40-split rear seat, two 10-inch infotainment touchscreens, two USB ports and an eight-speaker sound system.
Standard driver assistance systems include a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, hill start assist, automatic emergency braking, and driver-adjustable drive settings for different surfaces including mud, sand and rocks.
The S adds two engine choices to the mix — a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 (380 hp, 332 lb-ft of torque) or a turbocharged 2.0-liter diesel-powered four-cylinder (180 hp, 317 lb-ft of torque). The S also includes 19-inch five-spoke wheels, a power tailgate with hands-free opening, auto-dimming side mirrors, leather upholstery, power-reclining rear seats, an 11-speaker Meridian sound system navigation, and Jaguar InControl smartphone app integration.
Along with 20-inch wheels, the R-Dynamic SE receives more aggressive-looking bodywork and special exterior trim. The interior features perforated leather with microfiber-suede seat material along with trim-specific finishes. Entertainment upgrades consist of a full-digital gauge cluster and a 17-speaker Meridian sound system. Driver assistance additions include blind-spot monitoring, a driver attention monitor, traffic sign recognition, and front and rear parking sensors.
The R-Dynamic HSE looks similar to the SE, but it rides on 21-inch wheels. The interior gains extended leather trimming and upgraded front seats (with massage, heating and ventilation functions). Adaptive cruise and lane keeping assist are standard as well.
Think of the First Edition as an HSE with most of the options as standard equipment. It is only available with the supercharged 3.0-liter V6, and it includes some mechanical upgrades (air springs, a rear locking differential and larger front brakes) plus a low-speed cruise control intended for off-roading. Other standard features include 22-inch wheels, a black roof, a heated windshield, upgraded interior trim, a heated steering wheel, configurable ambient interior lighting, a head-up display, a surround-view camera system, two extra USB ports for the second row, and a 23-speaker sound system.
Most of the extra standard features of the higher trim levels are offered as options on the lower trims.
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2018 Land Rover Range Rover Vela Expert Rundown Review
Edmunds experts get behind the wheel for the first drive of the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Travel to Norway with Edmunds Senior Writer Carlos Lago as he checks out Land Rover's brand-new crossover SUV, the 2018 Range Rover Velar, which slots in between the Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Sport. The elegant Velar features design elements such as flush door handles, a Range Rover first, and small taillights, the smallest in the Range Rover lineup.
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Safety
Our experts’ favorite Range Rover Velar safety features:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Adjusts the speed of your SUV to keep pace with the vehicle ahead.
- Intelligent Emergency Braking
- Applies the brakes automatically if it senses an unavoidable front collision.
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Gives a visible notification if it senses a vehicle in any of your blind spots.
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See your car's valueThe 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is a stylish and comfortable addition to an exclusive family of luxury SUVs. In the Range Rover line, it slots between the subcompact Evoque and the midsize Sport. Like other Range Rovers, it comes in a variety of trim levels that reflect different levels of equipment and cosmetic changes, though all come with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.
Each trim level above the base model has access to three engine choices: a supercharged V6 and two turbocharged inline four-cylinders (one powered by gas and the other by diesel). Likewise, most features are available as stand-alone options, so you can pick upgrades that are standard on costlier models without having to pay for things you don't plan on using.
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is offered in base, S, R-Dynamic SE, R-Dynamic HSE, and First Edition trim levels. The entry-level base trim is called Velar and has the bare minimum of features, including simulated-leather seating and a rearview camera. Also, it's only available with the gas-powered four-cylinder. That's why it's worth stepping up to the S. It not only includes the features you expect in a luxury SUV — such as leather seats and auto-dimming mirrors — but it also can be optioned with all the equipment and features available on higher trim levels.
The R-Dynamic SE and the HSE gain more expressive exteriors in the form of new bodywork and larger wheels, while additional comfort and driver assistance features, such as blind-spot monitoring and a more powerful stereo, warrant the jump in price. Lastly, you think of the First Edition as an HSE with most of the options as standard equipment, including a suite of off-road equipment and seats with heating, ventilation and massage functions.
The Velar is difficult to compare against other premium SUVs because it's bigger than traditional compacts and smaller than most midsize models. The Range Rover name also means a premium price, even among luxury marquees. Ultimately, these characteristics make the Velar a unique offering. And if that's what you're looking for, let Edmunds' superior shopping and research tools help find the perfect 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar for you.
2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Diesel Overview
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Diesel is offered in the following styles: R-Dynamic SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0 4cyl Turbodiesel 8A), S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0 4cyl Turbodiesel 8A), and R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0 4cyl Turbodiesel 8A).
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Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Diesel and all model years in our database. Our rich analysis includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2018 Range Rover Velar Diesel featuring deep dives into trim levels including R-Dynamic SE, S, R-Dynamic HSE, etc. with careful analysis around pricing, features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving and performance. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.
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2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Diesel R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0 4cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Diesel R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0 4cyl Turbodiesel 8A) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $80,910. The average price paid for a new 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Diesel R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0 4cyl Turbodiesel 8A) is trending $8,094 below the manufacturer’s MSRP.
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