Automotive Reviews, Sport Utility Vehicles
2018 Range Rover Velar Review: Big, bold, deserves to be seen
Naming a vehicle after a Latin word meaning to veil something’s identity seems odd. So why would Land Rover call its handsome new Range Rover sport utility vehicle the Velar? It wasn’t the British manufacturer’s intent to keep it a secret. The name is an homage to the brand’s first prototypes in the late 1960s. And considering the sophistication and sleekness of the 2018 Range Rover Velar, forget the name’s origin. Key Takeaways R-Dynamic SE tested: turbocharged 2.0-liter engine with 247 horsepower, all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic. $60,100 base price; $74,895 fully loaded. 21 mpg city and 27 highway. Off-road: 8.4 inches of ground clearance and a wading depth of 23.6 inches. Cargo: 34.4 cubic feet behind the second
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