Range Rover’s lineup has gotten more stylish through the years, but the arrival of the Velar in 2018 pushed the brand’s design aesthetic farther than it had ever gone before.
Now in its sixth year of production, the 2023 model looks much the same as the original. A pair of turbocharged engines are on offer – a 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a 3.0-liter inline-six that also features supercharging and all-wheel drive is standard.
Just don’t expect the Velar’s on-road demeanor to be as engaging or refined as the BMW X3’s or Genesis GV70’s. This is a high-style SUV with undeniable road presence and a well-respected luxury name badge. Truthfully, leasing a 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar feels very nice, rather than great to drive.
Engine & Performance
The base engine is a 247-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that is well behaved enough but struggles to move the Velar’s substantial heft. The turbocharged-and-supercharged 3.0-liter inline-six will undoubtedly provide better acceleration performance. Much like the Velar’s acceleration, its handling is by no means sporty.
The suspension competently controls the SUV’s body motions and keeps body roll in check while returning a firm, well-managed ride. Models equipped with the available air suspension can raise and lower their ride height for either more dynamic moves on-road or greater dexterity off it.
Fuel Economy
The EPA has rated the Velar’s inline-six engine as high as 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway, but the turbocharged four-cylinder is slightly more efficient, with ratings of 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway. In a 75-mph highway fuel economy test, the four-cylinder Velar can cover 26 mpg.
Interior
Velar’s interior is coveted with horizontal lines, bold rectilinear forms, and high-quality materials. There’s a wood (or metal) in the section of the door between the upper and lower panels.
Some models have aluminum trims, and every Velar has excellent detailing throughout. Generally, the Velar has a boxy shape and visually pleasing rear overhang (bodywork) that extends behind the rear wheels. It can carry more suitcases than its immediate rivals with its rear seats up or folded.
The Configurable Ambient Lighting gives you a selection of 10 colors to help personalize the mood inside the cabin, while the Sports Command Driving Position is designed to enable you to see further down the road and view your surroundings with greater clarity.
Safety & Driver-Assistance Features
Land Rover makes available the latest driver-assistance technologies such as automated emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control on the Velar.
- Steering assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Pedestrian detection
- Standard automated emergency braking
- Lane-keeping assist
- Standard lane-departure warning
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