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Apple Watch app added back to Land Rover Remote!

This update slipped by me last week but got this notification when opening the iPhone app yesterday – The Apple Watch app has been added back to the Land Rover Remote app after a long absence.

No Remote Climate yet but looking promising!

First launch on Watch had me return to the iPhone app to authenticate

Then it was live with these three screens (the kilometers is a bug):

Cool stuff!

2023-05-28T11:40:42-04:00May 28, 2023|

2024 Range Rover Content, Pricing and Order Guide has arrived

First, thank you!

As we’ll see the House of Range Rover branding extends to the bulletins.  As with other documents like this, there are typos.  Don’t take everything as total truth.  I think they swapped some of the options list on the P530 SE and the P550 Autobiography.  Think logically if something seems wrong.

2024 Range Rover Content, Pricing and Order Guide (L460) 1.1MB, PDF

2024 Range Rover Content, Pricing and Order Guide (L460) 1.1MB, PDF

Quick details of what’s new:

  • New P615 V8 MHEV powertrain for SWB & LWB SV variants
    Power increased from 523hp to 607hp
    Torque 553lb-ft
    0-60mph
    SWB improves from 4.4s to 4.3s
    LWB improves from 4.5s to 4.4s
  • New P550e PHEV powertrain replaces P440e from 23MY
    Power increased from 434hp to 542hp
    Torque increased from 457lb-ft to 590 lb-ft
    0-60mph
    SWB improves from 5.7s to 4.8s

Initiatially, the P550e powertrain will be available exclusively in the SWB Autobiography variant with the potential for availability in the SWB SE later in the model year.

  • Standard Equipment Adjustments:
    Added to SE variants
    Ventilated seats added in 1st and 2nd row
    Heated steering wheel added
    Powerpoint plug / Domestic plug socket added as standard
    Park Assist
    Configurable Programs – V8 only
  • Removed from SE variants
    Gesture Tailgate
  • Bespoke Commissioning Service Introduction
    Represents the pinnacle of personalization
    Available on Autobiography and SV variants
    Access to:
    Hundreds of material colorways
    Broad palette of exterior colors in gloss or satin
    Match to sample paint service
    Clients can curate their perfect specification at:
    The SV Bespoke Commissioning Suite in the UK,
    Visit selected global retailers
    For ultimate convenience, complete their order online through an exclusive virtual service.
    Full details of the SV Bespoke Commissioning Service will be subject to a future communication.
  • Latest PIVI Pro updates align with reductive design philosophy:
    New sidebars with easy-to-use sliding controls for volume and climate control.
    Provide immediate and precise operation for key functions.
    Whatever menu screen is displayed, approximately 80 percent of tasks can be performed within two taps of the home screen.
    Haptic feedback provides an added level of tactility and communication with the user.
  • New Country Road Assist now included
    The system uses navigation data and functions in conjunction with Adaptive Cruise Control
    Automatically adjusts the target speed in response bends in the road and changes to the posted speed limit
    Effortlessly acceleres or decelerates the vehicle accordingly
    Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control introduced
    Originally introduced at 23MY on Range Rover Sport
    Functions as a part of Terrain Response 2® system
    Assists drivers in navigating tricky terrain
    Maintains steady progress according to the ground conditions
    Drivers can select one of four comfort settings
    System intelligently adjusts the vehicle speed to align to comfort setting based on suspension inputs
2023-05-17T20:09:05-04:00May 17, 2023|

All screen, no buttons 2024 Pivi Pro

Didn’t post this for a while since it was for the Velar but now that we know Range Rover is getting it for MY24… Here’s the diagram for the updated hardware button-less Pivi Pro:

  1. Profile icon: Touch to check for any received notifications. Notifications can only be received when the option has been activated.
  2. Navigation tile: Touch to select the NAVIGATION assistance map.
  3. Phone icon and tile: Touch to select the PHONE screen.
  4. Media tile: Touch to select the media source select screen.
  5. Status icons: Display the status of a vehicle feature or application.
  6. DSC off icon. The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) OFF warning icon illuminates when the system is switched off. The icon is accompanied by a chime and a confirmation message in the instrument panel.
  7. Temperature control Touch once to select cabin temperature and seat temperature control displays.  The fan speed control display is also visible. Touch and hold to adjust the cabin temperature. Slide up to increase the cabin temperature, slide down to decrease the cabin temperature.
  8. Edit icon: Swipe the home screen to the left or right to reveal the edit icon. Touch the edit icon to make changes to the home screen. The home screen can be edited to display a maximum of nine tiles.
  9. Volume control:

    Press and hold to display the volume slider. Drag up or down to adjust the volume. A numerical value will be displayed. A double press of the volume icon will mute/un-mute the volume.

    A single press will display the volume slider. Use the volume slider to adjust the volume. A single press of the mute icon will mute/un-mute the volume.

    To close the volume slider press the Exit icon.

  10. Amazon Alexa Press briefly to start a voice session. Press and hold to cancel a voice session.
  11. Parking Aid Camera icon. Touch the icon to activate the parking aid system manually.
  12. Settings icon: Touch to select the settings screen. Select HOME SCREEN for settings. The QUICKAUDIO and ALL soft keys are permanent options.
  13. Media shortcut icons: The media shortcut icons displayed are dependent on the vehicle’s market specification.
  14. Phone shortcut icons: The phone shortcut icons displayed are dependent on the vehicle’s market specification.
  15. Navigation shortcut icons: The navigation shortcut icons displayed are dependent on the vehicle’s market specification.
  16. Apps icon: Touch to select the apps screen.
  17. Media icon: Touch to select the media source select screen.
  18. Navigation icon: Touch to select the NAVIGATION assistance map.
  19. Mode icon: Touch to view the vehicle control screen options. For TERRAIN RESPONSE OVERVIEW, ELECTRONIC AIR SUSPENSION OVERVIEW, AUTO STOP/START.
  20. Heated windscreen/ rear screen icons: Demists and defrosts the windscreen or the rear screen. Press to switch on or off. If left on, it deactivates after a timed period, dependent on the outside temperature.
  21. Max defrost: Press to switch maximum defrost for the windscreen on or off. The system directs dried air at the windscreen for rapid windscreen defrosting.

 

2023-05-17T12:48:06-04:00May 17, 2023|

And it’s official – 2024 Range Rover Updates are here, new engines, SV Bespoke service and more

First takeaway – Autobiography is sticking around!!  And US is getting the P550e finally!

Range Rover introduces elevated personalization with new SV Bespoke service for Autobiography and SV models

  • Enhanced personalization: SV Bespoke commissioning service offers Range Rover Autobiography and SV clients an extended choice of materials, color combinations and finishes
  • Individually curated: With up to 391 interior material colorways and 230 colors in the SV Bespoke paint palette, as well as a Match to Sample service, clients can make their Range Rover truly unique
  • Custom made: SV Bespoke commissioning service represents the pinnacle of personalization with unique embroidery and detailing available
  • Extended range: New plug-in electric hybrid with 542hp delivers a hushed EV range of up to 51 miles for serene progress
  • V8 power: V8 features mild hybrid technology, while Range Rover SV is now available with powerful new 606hp powertrain
  • Advanced innovations: Dynamic Response Pro electronic roll control takes composure to the next level while Terrain Response® introduces Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control with Country Road Assist technology
  • Elegant beauty: Range Rover can be ordered now.

Mahwah, NJ – Wednesday, May 17, 2023: Range Rover is setting a new modern luxury benchmark with the introduction of an SV Bespoke commissioning service, offering clients enhanced levels of personalization and refinement.

The service is available on Range Rover Autobiography and SV models, while a suite of enhancements across the line-up maintains Range Rover vehicle’s status as perhaps the world’s most desirable luxury SUV. Range Rover is considered the original luxury SUV and has led by example for more than 50 years, combining serene comfort and composure with extraordinary capability.

Further updates to Range Rover include the latest generation Pivi Pro infotainment, while the new plug-in electric hybrid is more powerful than before. Range Rover V8 now features mild hybrid technology, a new 606hp variant is introduced on the exclusive Range Rover SV for ultimate power.

SV BESPOKE

The SV Bespoke commissioning service represents the pinnacle of personalization and is available on Range Rover Autobiography and Range Rover SV. To achieve their perfect specification, clients can curate their Range Rover vehicle at the SV Bespoke Commissioning Suite in the UK, visit selected global retailers or for the ultimate convenience, complete their order online through an exclusive virtual service.

SV Bespoke provides access to a vast range of materials, and interior and exterior finishes. Clients follow a unique and comprehensive seven-step creation process that considers colors, themes, SV exclusive options, materials, veneers and finishers, customizations and personalization. Each finished vehicle promises to be as unique as its creator, although curated design combinations chosen by the Range Rover Design team are available to help clients make their dreams a reality.

Inside, there are up to 391 material colorways available, while the curated SV Bespoke paint palette comprises more than 230 colors in satin and gloss finishes. Alternatively, the SV Bespoke Match to Sample paint service can replicate any exterior color request, providing limitless scope for individuality.

The level of craftsmanship available from the experts at SV Bespoke is exemplified by the attention to detail lavished on the Range Rover hood and tailgate script, which is available in a range of precious metal finishes including 24ct gold.  

POWERTRAIN CHOICE

The Range Rover vehicle’s extensive powertrain line-up has also been enhanced. The new powerful plug-in electric hybrid engine in the P550e feature a new 160kW electric motor which, when combined with the 3.0-litre six-cylinder Ingenium gas engine, produces 542hp.

The enhanced technology provides improved acceleration the P550e can sprint from or 0-60mph in 4.8 seconds, down from 5.2 seconds.

The effortless V8 uses Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV) technology for the first time. The MHEV system delivers increased efficiency by harvesting energy captured when decelerating and braking, and improved responses as the stored energy is redeployed under acceleration.

A twin turbo V8 MHEV gas engine is also introduced and exclusive to the Range Rover SV, featuring an enhanced power output of 606hp and 553 lb-ft , delivering smooth and powerful performance.

INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY

The Range Rover vehicles luxurious interior combines effortless connectivity and intuitive technology like never before with the latest generation Pivi Pro infotainment. It provides a crisp and intuitive interface, enabling clients to control key vehicle functions via the elegant 13.1-inch floating glass touchscreen.

New sidebars with easy-to-use sliding controls for the volume and climate control provide immediate and precise operation for key functions directly, whatever menu screen is displayed, and approximately 80 percent of tasks can be performed within two taps of the home screen. Haptic feedback provides an added level of tactility and communication with the user.

Integrated Amazon Alexa voice AI and Land Rover voice control systems help drivers to keep their eyes on the road while making changes to the cabin environment. Advanced Software Over The Air capability works to keep the Range Rover vehicle always up to date with the latest software, enabling the vehicle and its features to improve with age.

New Country Road Assist technology features for the first time on Range Rover to enhance passenger comfort and reduce driver effort when using Adaptive Cruise Control. The intelligent system uses navigation data to automatically adjust the target speed, taking into account bends in the road and changes to the speed limit, accelerating or decelerating the vehicle accordingly.

Following its debut in the Range Rover Sport, Dynamic Response Pro takes driving composure to new heights. The powerful electric roll control technology is designed to reduce body lean when cornering for a more engaging drive, using actuators capable of delivering up to 1033 lb-ft of torque to each axle.

The Range Rover vehicle’s unmatched all-terrain capability is also enhanced with the introduction of Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control. A feature of the advanced Terrain Response® 2 system, it helps drivers navigate tricky terrain by maintaining steady progress according to the ground conditions. Drivers can select one of four comfort settings and the system intelligently adjusts the vehicle’s speed accordingly, allowing the driver to focus solely on steering a path across tricky terrain. 

The enhanced Range Rover line-up is available now priced from $107,400 in the US.

 

 

 

2023-05-16T22:50:09-04:00May 16, 2023|
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