Land Rover has launched the updated Ranger Rover Velar in India at a starting price of Rs 79.87 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It continues to be available solely in an R-Dynamic S trim. However, for 2021, it gets a new diesel engine option. For those who aren't aware, the Velar diesel was discontinued last year during the BS6 transition phase.
Here's a look at the complete pricing of 2021 Velar: –
Variant | Old Price | New Price | Difference |
R Dynamic S Petrol | Rs 75.28 lakh | Rs 79.87 lakh | Rs 4.59 lakh |
R Dynamic S Diesel | – | Rs 80.71 lakh | – |
*All prices, ex-showroom India.
Compared to the previous model, the updated Velar carries a premium of around Rs 4.59 lakh. For this huge price gain, the SUV gets an updated infotainment system, new techs, and several mechanical upgrades.
Starting with features, the new Ranger Rover Velar gets Jaguar Land Rover’s latest Pivi Pro Infotainment setup, which comprises two 10-inches screen touch displays placed one below another. While the top screen is assigned to infotainment, the lower display is intended for climate control functions. It features a host of advanced techs like artificial intelligence, a new navigation system with real-time traffic information, and over-the-air (OTA) updates.
Other notable additions to the new Velar include a 360-degree camera, cabin air ionization with a PM2.5 filter, inactive road noise cancellation, and an electronic air suspension setup, which will assist in improving the overall driving experience.
Besides, it continues to get features like 20-inch alloy wheels, four-zone climate control, a 12-speaker premium Meridian sound system, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto connectivity, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, Head-up display (HUD), 14-way adjustable front seats with memory function for the driver seat, ambient lighting, and leather upholstery.
Moving to the mechanicals, the 2021 Velar gets a more powerful 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine with mild-hybrid technology, which is capable of putting out 204PS of maximum power (up from 180PS) and 430Nm of peak torque. Meanwhile, the petrol engine is the same 2.0-liter turbocharged unit as the previous model that makes 250PS and 365Nm. Both engines come paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission that drives all four wheels.
In the Indian market, the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar will continue to fight with the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe (Rs 77.24 lakh-1.25 Cr), BMW X6 (Rs 76.50-88.00 lakh), Porsche Macan (Rs 69.98-83.95 lakh), and the recently launched Jaguar F-Pace facelift (Rs 69.99 lakh).
