2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

　　

2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Review

byAlex NishimotoCorrespondent

　　Alex Nishimoto has worked in the automotive industry since 2007. He was a staff writer for MotorTrend for 10 years and since then has contributed to CNET, PRI, AutoWise and other publications.

　　If you're looking for a premium SUV that's easy on the eyes, comfortable on the road and better than average off the beaten path, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar should be on your list. Part of the Range Rover family of vehicles, the Velar slots between the Evoque compact luxury SUV and the midsize Range Rover Sport. Like the smaller Evoque, the Velar places heavy emphasis on its exterior styling, with a raked roofline creating its sleek rear styling. But there's more to like about the Velar than just its stylish good looks.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar P250 S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$208/mo  for Range Rover Velar P250 S

　　Range Rover Velar P250 S

　　P250 S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $57,200 MSRPP250 R-Dynamic S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) (Most Popular) - $59,200 MSRPP340 S 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $63,600 MSRPP340 R-Dynamic S 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $65,600 MSRPP400 R-Dynamic HSE 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) - $77,300 MSRP

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　　$183/mo

　　Avg. Midsize SUV

　　Inside the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is a lavishly appointed interior with minimal switchgear. You'll find many of the Velar's controls in the dual central screens, which run Land Rover's recently introduced Pivi Pro infotainment system. The Velar's cabin is also exceedingly comfortable, especially when you opt for the available air suspension.

　　The Velar offers three powertrains from Jaguar Land Rover's Ingenium family of engines, including a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six and a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six assisted by a mild hybrid system. The six-cylinders offer commendable performance, with the mild hybrid version estimated to scoot from 0 to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds. The Velar can also hold its own on the trails when equipped with the available Terrain Response 2 off-road driving system with selectable modes. Just don't expect it to hang with Defenders and traditional Range Rovers since it has less ground clearance and no low-range gearing.

　　For 2022, Land Rover makes a few more features standard, including heated front seats and the All Terrain Progress Control off-road cruise control system. Velar S and R-Dynamic S models also receive a traditional coil-spring suspension setup in place of the previous air suspension, in a bid to reduce cost. An air suspension is still available on the R-Dynamic S and comes standard on the HSE.

　　The Velar's competitors include the BMW X3, Porsche Macan and the Velar's mechanically related corporate cousin, the Jaguar F-Pace. It may be more expensive than its rivals after you load it up with options, but for those seeking a head-turning interior and exterior design, the Velar is tough to beat.

　　

Which Range Rover Velar does zzdcar recommend?

The Velar comes well equipped even in base trim, so save a few thousand and go with the Velar S. We also recommend opting for the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six upgrade engine for its ample power and smooth, linear torque delivery.

　　

Land Rover Range Rover Velar models

The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is available in three trim levels: S, R-Dynamic S and HSE. The S and R-Dynamic S can be had with your choice of a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four (247 horsepower, 269 lb-ft of torque) or a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six (335 horsepower, 354 lb-ft). The HSE is available exclusively with the inline-six engine, which gets paired with a mild hybrid system for a boost to 395 horsepower and 405 lb-ft. All come paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive. Feature highlights include:

　　S

　　The base Velar starts you off with a long list of useful features:

　　19-inch alloy wheels LED headlights Panoramic roof Power-folding, heated exterior mirrors Power tailgate Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Power-adjustable steering column 14-way adjustable heated front seats with driver's seat memory settings Leather upholstery Dual-zone automatic climate control Hands-free keyless entry Push-button start 12-speaker Meridian premium audio systemAll Velars come with a suite of active safety features, including:

　　Front and rear parking sensors Automatic high beams Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Velar and the car in front and can also react to traffic signs and set speed) Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)R-Dynamic S

　　Builds on the Velar S' equipment list with more luxury features:

　　19-inch alloy wheels finished in satin gray R-Dynamic bumpers and badging Leather and simulated suede upholstery Black headliner Satin chrome shift paddles Dark aluminum interior trim Metal doorsill plates with R-Dynamic logoHSE

　　The HSE doubles down with more luxury and performance:

　　Standard air suspension Six-cylinder mild hybrid powertrain 21-inch alloy wheels finished in satin dark gray 20-way adjustable front seats Perforated leather upholstery Digital instrument cluster 17-speaker Meridian premium audio systemThe Velar also can be equipped with these packages and options:

　　Dynamic Handling package Air suspension Off-road driving modes Convenience package Gesture-controlled power liftgate Cargo net Wrist strap key fob Cold Climate package Heated windshield Headlight washer system Head-up display Wi-Fi modem with data plan 360-degree camera system

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