10 Fascinating Range Rover Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
Range Rover has an ability to captivate both on and off the road – check out these 10 facts to deepen your knowledge about one of our featured brands!
10 Range Rover Facts with Land Rover Freeport
The Secret Name
The designers and engineers of the first-ever Range Rover gave it the top-secret name of “Velar”, and even fitted the first 26 prototypes with a badge of the same name to keep its identity concealed.
Derived from the Italian word “velare”, meaning to veil or cover, you can see where today’s Range Rover Velar gets its name.
Making History
In 1970, the first production three-door Range Rover was the first vehicle to provide permanent four-wheel drive and have a split tailgate, clamshell and continuous waistline.
When Was the First Four-Door Range Rover Introduced?
The first four-door Range Rover was the Range Rover Classic in 1981.
What Inspired the Design of the Third-Gen Range Rover?
The inspiration came from the tapering of an Italian Riva speedboat, while the pulleys on the luxury yacht inspired the metallic finishes inside.
When Did the Range Rover Sport Debut?
Production for the Range Rover Sport began in 2005, emphasizing a commitment to performance.
The 2010 Paris Motor Show
This event included the unveiling of the Range Rover Evoque, which reinterpreted classic Range Rover design.
What Design Aspect Did the Fourth-Gen Range Rover Introduce?
The lightweight all-aluminum body of the fourth-generation Range Rover was complemented by the long wheelbase and floating roof.
10,000 Miles in the Himalayas
The first Range Rover Hybrid debuted in 2013, and to prove that capability wouldn’t be sacrificed for efficiency, the model put to the ultimate test: a 10,000-mile journey throughout the Himalayas, from Solihull to Mumbai.
Who Unveiled the Second-Generation Range Rover Sport?
James Bond actor Daniel Craig debuted the model in 2013!
What Significant Feat Did the Range Rover Sport Plug-In Hybrid Achieve?
As a test to prove its capability, the model became the first vehicle to climb the 45-degree, 999-step staircase to Heaven’s Gate in China.
Shop for a New Range Rover at Land Rover Freeport
If these facts have deepened your fascination, schedule a test drive with one of the brand’s newest models at our Range Rover dealer in Freeport. If you have questions about Range Rover history or any luxury SUV in our inventory, contact us online at Land Rover Freeport.
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