Completely updated with a new engine, redesigned interior, and
revised bodywork
MSRP (Includes destination and delivery
charges):
LR2: $37,250
LR2 HSE: $39,750
LR2 HSE LUX: $42,350
At A Glance
• Completely updated for the 2013 model year, the Land Rover LR2 joins the Range Rover Evoque to provide compelling entries in the premium compact SUV market
• New 240 hp 2‑liter turbocharged engine replaces the 3.2 liter inline six, offering increased horsepower, torque, and efficiency
• New exterior design elements give a sportier and more purposeful look
• Interior technologies from the Range Rover Evoque are now available in the Land Rover LR2
• New dashboard layout including a new center console
• New colors for exterior paint and interior trim
• New standard 7‑inch color touch‑screen
• Available 825W Meridian surround sound system with 17‑speakers for a concert‑like experience
• New 'Say What You See' (optional) prompted voice command system offers a screen guided and voice prompted voice interface
• Available Rear View Camera with 'Hitch Assist'
Mahwah, N.J., August 23, 2012 ‑ Land Rover has given the 2013
LR2 a complete revision, to deliver even higher levels of comfort,
convenience and driving enjoyment. New colors, new exterior design
features, upgraded interior equipment levels, and a new more
powerful and more efficient engine.
NEW POWERTRAIN
A new lightweight turbocharged, direct injected 2‑liter
four‑cylinder engine now powers the 2013 LR2. This engine delivers
240 hp at 5500 rpm and 250 ft‑lbs of torque at 3200 rpm, providing
a broader power band strong low‑speed response. This represents an
increase of 10 hp and 16 lb‑ft respectively over the outgoing 3.2‑
liter naturally aspirated inline six.
Not only does this lightweight engine produce more horsepower and
torque than the outgoing six cylinder, it is also more economical.
The all‑aluminum 2.0‑liter turbocharged engine is also 88 lbs
lighter than the 3.2‑liter naturally aspirated inline six‑cylinder
engine it replaces.
This new engine first appeared in the 2012 Range Rover Evoque and
features advanced technologies such as high pressure direct fuel
injection and variable valve timing. A high efficiency turbocharger
delivers rapid response, and a fabricated steel exhaust manifold
promotes quicker catalytic converter light‑off. Piston rings and
tappets have been coated to reduce friction and twin balance shafts
ensure smooth operation.
All LR2's are equipped with Land Rover's Intelligent Power System
Management (IPSM) which features Smart Regenerative Charging. This
feature ensures that where possible, the alternator only charges
the battery when the vehicle is decelerating, recovering kinetic
energy from deceleration, rather than consuming energy during
engine operation. IPSM is part of Land Rover's e_TERRAIN
TECHNOLOGIES program which aims to continually improve efficiency
in every Land Rover.
The engine is paired with an Aisin AWF21 six‑speed automatic
transmission engineered with advanced neutral logic control to
reduce internal drag when the vehicle is stationary. The
transmission also features a remote breather, routed above LR2's
water wading depth (19.7 inch / 500 mm of water). Revised clutches
and low viscosity oil also improve efficiency while adaptive
shifting is available in both normal and sport modes. In sport
mode, the auto transmission is programmed to hold low gears longer
and to shift down more readily, to assist acceleration.
CommandShift® allows manual sequential gear shifts. This
transmission is coupled to a full‑time four‑wheel drive system
features a Haldex rear axle differential.
UPGRADED INTERIOR AND ELECTRONICS
Interior equipment levels dramatically increase with a host of new
features including three new colors. Every trim level of the LR2
comes with grained leather covered electric seats as standard.
Standard dual sunroofs increase the bright and airy feel of LR2's
cabin and the front section opens and slides back over the
second‑row glass roof panel.
The first thing you notice when entering the LR2's contemporary
looking cabin is a brand new center console with a 7‑inch color
touch‑screen. Through this screen you can control an enhanced audio
system from Meridian® and the optional satellite navigation system.
The original Terrain Response® dial has been replaced by buttons
for 2013. A shutter style door reveals additional storage space in
the console.
A new instrument cluster with a 5‑inch screen displaying primary
vehicle‑related information, such as temperature and fuel levels,
gear positions and Terrain Response® mode, now sits between the
dials across the LR2 model range, complemented with steering wheel
toggle switches to operate the clearest of drop down menus and
vehicle set‑up details. The HSE is equipped with a rear view camera
with hitch assist.
Cabin space and safety are improved with the introduction of an
intelligent electric parking brake which adjusts brake force
according to the slope the vehicle is parked on. The system even
takes into account whether the brakes are hot or cold. If hot, the
system 'wakes up' periodically to ensure clamping force is not lost
as the brakes cool down. Despite being operated by a single switch,
the electric parking brake may still be used as an emergency brake,
automatically selecting the most stable braking method by employing
skid prevention techniques. An additional safety feature prevents
the brake from being released unless the drivers' seat is
occupied.
More convenience comes in the form of Passive Start which replaces
the key docking system, meaning that as long as the key is
somewhere inside the car, the engine starts at the touch of a
button.
Another new feature for LR2 is rear view camera capability. The
view from the back of the vehicle is displayed on the Infotainment
screen with dynamic lines representing the boundaries of the
vehicle and your predicted path as you reverse. The system also
incorporates 'Hitch Assist,' a graphic superimposed on the camera
showing the position of the tow ball.
A new 'Say What You See' voice activation system will prompt the
driver visually with the commands he or she needs to speak in order
to control functions in the audio, optional satellite navigation,
and phone systems. The prompts are displayed in an easy‑to‑follow
'step by step' format on the screen.
The navigation system is improved, now a faster hard drive‑based
system, which comes with such features as ECO Route planning,
Dynamic Zoom, Visual Lane guidance, POI (Point of Interest)
management and repeat TMC traffic guidance. You can also manage
waypoints and store locations as well as POI locations by
name.
Two Meridian® audio systems are now available on the LR2. The
first Meridian® system is equipped with a new 7‑inch color
touch‑screen, 380 Watts of power delivered via an 11‑speaker system
that delivers exceptional stereo sound. Alternatively, customers
can opt for the 825 Watt surround sound 17‑speaker system with
Trifield technology which provides a natural, enveloping,
concert‑like experience for all occupants. Each Meridian® system is
equipped with subwoofers for a deep, bass sound and an Audyssey
MultEQ audio tuning system. Both audio systems are also equipped
with AM/FM and HD and Satellite radio tuners, while music players
support CD, DVD, Virtual CD, iPod® and USB. There is also a 3.5mm
auxiliary input jack for music players and Bluetooth® audio
streaming to any supporting devices including headphones. The
virtual CD system is hard drive based and can store the equivalent
of up to 10 Audio CDs at full digital quality, and songs are
identifiable using Gracenote®. HD Radio and Sirius XM Satellite
Radio are also available.
The HSE LUX includes the 825 Watt Meridian® surround sound audio
system, Windsor leather seats and premium carpet mats, while the
cold climate package includes heated front seats, heated steering
wheel and windscreen with heated washer jets for those chilly
mornings.
DRIVING DYNAMICS
Land Rover's engineers' objectives for the driving dynamics of LR2
were to combine on‑road behavior that is agile and refined, with
legendary Land Rover off‑road ability. Their approach started with
the design of the suspension system, and was supplemented by
leading edge technologies such as an intelligent permanent
all‑wheel drive system, Land Rover's patented Terrain Response®
system, and sophisticated traction and stability control
systems.
A key contributor to achieving excellent on‑road performance is a
fully independent suspension system with four corner coil‑sprung
struts. Front and rear anti‑roll bars provide high levels of body
roll control. The responsive rack‑and‑pinion steering is direct and
fluid, with just 2.6 turns lock‑to‑lock. Rigidly mounted to the
front sub‑frame to improve lateral stiffness, the steering column
is adjustable for reach and rake. Off‑road it is, simply put, a
Land Rover. Its capability starts with 8.26 inch (210 mm) minimum
of ground clearance that can overcome rocky, sandy, rutted or muddy
terrain. This also helps LR2 to wade through water up to 19.7 inch
(500 mm) deep. The LR2 is rated to tow a 3500 lb (1585 kg) braked
trailer.
An 18‑inch alloy wheel and tire combination is fitted and
specifically tuned to the LR2. The wheels are low‑pressure die‑cast
aluminum, and are fitted with all‑terrain tires.
HALDEX FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM
An intelligent full‑time all‑wheel drive system is fundamental to
delivering Land Rover's legendary on and off‑road capabilities. The
intelligent permanent all‑wheel drive system has been developed in
conjunction with Haldex, whose acclaimed center‑coupling technology
continuously alters the front‑rear torque split, through a
hydraulically operated multi‑plate wet clutch. The system can
pre‑engage at rest to reduce wheel‑spin from standing starts,
engages quickly when traction loss is detected and disengaged
quickly to optimize the response of the stability control
systems.
Its front‑rear torque split adapts continuously to suit ever
changing conditions. Only a small amount of torque is fed to the
rear wheels under normal conditions, such as on a straight paved
road, but in low traction or off‑road situations, almost all the
engine torque can instantaneously be delivered to the rear wheels,
if required. This is an ideal arrangement that offers maximum grip
in difficult conditions, yet minimizes rear drive ‑ and therefore
rotational losses, thus maintaining maximum fuel economy ‑ when not
required. The LR2's Haldex unit is designed to allow up to 1106
lb.‑ft. of torque transmission. Full torque transmission can be
achieved in just 150 milliseconds. In effect, the new Haldex
coupling gives the proactive engagement benefits of all‑wheel drive
and the efficiency and fuel economy of an on‑demand system.
The resultant system proactively engages all‑wheel drive rapidly.
A high‑pressure pre‑charge pump pressurizes the hydraulics in the
center coupling as soon as the engine is started, allowing for
all‑wheel drive from rest. It also reduces the time taken to
achieve full torque once wheel‑slip has been detected ‑ engaging
within 15 degrees of wheel‑slip rotation.
TERRAIN RESPONSE® and OFF‑ROAD DRIVING
SYSTEMS
The Terrain Response® system is one of the core Land Rover
technologies that gives the LR2 its outstanding range of
capabilities. It adapts the responses of the vehicle's engine,
gearbox, center coupling and chassis systems to match the demands
of the terrain. It optimizes drivability and comfort, as well as
maximizing traction.
Terrain Reponses® is a fully integrated system which
manages:
1. Engine Management
2. Transmission Control
3. Electronic Traction Control and Anti‑lock Brakes: these slip
and braking control systems are all adjusted and tuned by Terrain
Response to offer optimum grip, braking power and safety on the
chosen terrain
4. Dynamic Stability Control (DSC): is designed to stop torque to
a wheel after loss of traction, but in some off‑road situations
torque feed is still desirable, even when traction is being lost.
Terrain Response® automatically adjusts the DSC so that appropriate
torque is maintained|
5. Center Coupling
Terrain Response® works continuously, however special programs can
be selected by the driver for challenging terrain conditions such
as grass, gravel, snow, mud, ruts, and sand. On the LR2, there are
four Terrain Response® settings which the driver can choose via a
rotary control:
1. General Driving: provides a broad span of ability suitable
for most on‑road driving and easier
off‑road conditions.
2. Grass/Gravel/Snow: for slippery conditions, on‑road or
off‑road
3. Mud and Ruts
4. Sand
The Terrain Response® also changes the setting of the electronic
center coupling, to optimize all‑wheel drive in tough conditions.
When Terrain Response® special programs are engaged, different
transmission shift mappings are applicable, depending on the mode
chosen. The Transmission Control Module also manages torque
converter lock‑up, which has different requirements depending on
the selected Terrain Response® mode.
Hill Descent Control (HDC): This system automatically restricts
speed downhill, using the anti‑lock brake system, and improves
driver control on slippery descents. HDC is automatically engaged
on appropriate Terrain Response® programs. Downhill speed rates
vary according to which surface is selected.
The LR2 has large vented disc brakes, front and rear, providing
substantial stopping power. The large 12.5 in. (316 mm) front discs
are 'reverse vented,' so they draw cool air into the disc over the
central bell, which is then vented out from the rim of the disc.
This approach improves thermal stability under severe braking. Rear
brake discs are also substantial ‑ 12‑inch (302 mm) in diameter,
and include a new Electric Parking Brake. In addition to the
latest‑generation four‑channel anti‑lock brakes, the modulator also
controls Electronic Brake‑force Distribution (EBD), which balances
the distribution of braking force between front and rear, Emergency
Brake Assist (EBA), which boosts pedal pressure when full braking
is required, and Corner Brake Control (CBC), which enhances
rear‑end stability when braking in corners. It also helps to
control the Hill Descent Control, Electronic Traction Control and
Dynamic Stability Control systems.
The electronic modulator at the heart of the stability control
systems on LR2 constantly monitors and, if necessary, adjusts both
braking and engine traction to assist in maintaining control of
each wheel. As well as reducing brake pressure, as in a
conventional anti‑lock (ABS) braking system, the modulator is
designed to help generate positive hydraulic pressure to increase
braking force in an emergency.
Roll Stability Control is a sophisticated roll‑over prevention
technology from Land Rover. Gyroscopic sensing allows this system ‑
linked to the electronic modulator ‑ to compare the rate of change
of body roll angle with the steered course. If necessary,
incremental brake force is applied to specific wheels to reduce the
chances ofa roll.
Another innovation on LR2 is Land Rover's patented Gradient
Release Control system. Linked to the Hill Descent Control, it
ensures that when releasing the brakes on extremely steep hills,
brake‑line pressure is released progressively when the driver's
foot is removed from the pedal, helping the driver maintain
control.
DESIGN
As always with a Land Rover, functionality is a fundamental driver
of design. The narrow front A‑posts help achieve excellent
all‑round visibility. The hood castellations help the driver place
the vehicle more accurately on the road or off the beaten track.
The wheel stance and wide track help deliver agile handling and
sure footed grip. The short front and rear overhangs and high
underbody are essential for its' off‑road performance by maximizing
approach and departure angles. The body‑side protection guards
against stone chips and helps keep the sills clean.
Exteriors are offered with a selection of new body colors, as well
as more new lighting, both front and rear, utilizing the latest in
LED technology and sporting more contemporary design details for an
integrated appearance.
The three new colors that have been added to the LR2 range for
2013 are Aintree Green, Havana and Mauritius Blue. Exteriors gain a
number of new integrated design features resulting in a coordinated
and premium appearance. With the latest in Xenon and LED
technology, the front and rear lamps have been revamped giving the
LR2 a new look, set off with a new signature design graphic in the
front running lights.
The grille and fog lamp bezels now sport a bright finish and there
are paint detailing changes to the front grille surround, insert
bars and fender vent to harmonize the different elements.
Externally, the LR2 HSE grill insert bars, fender vent and rear
finisher strip have a light gloss silver finish whilst the grille
surround is finished in gloss black. There are 18‑inch, 10‑spoke
alloy wheels as standard and two 19‑inch wheel options.
BODY STRUCTURE
The LR2 uses unibody construction. Ultra‑high‑strength steel is
used extensively in the LR2's door beams and for various
strengthening reinforcements. DP600 dual‑phase steel ‑ which
requires special pressing because of its strength ‑ is used for the
A‑posts, lower sills, cantrails, front side members and dash to
help provide a weight‑efficient passenger cell.
Many of the bolt‑on components fitted during final assembly also
help improve structural integrity. A fully integrated front‑end
structure not only carries the cooling pack and front bumpers, but
also substantially boosts the overall body stiffness. Even the
hood‑locking platform has been designed to help boost structural
integrity, ensuring good load transfer from one front crash rail to
the other.
LR2 uses 100 percent double‑sided zinc‑coated steel panels as part
of the sophisticated anti‑corrosion and paint treatment. Vulnerable
areas of the car, including the sills and lower doors, are coated
in a tough thermoplastic cladding. A double bulkhead in the engine
bay improves powertrain isolation and provides a clean area for
components such as the ABS modulator, brake servo and wiper system.
The cooling pack is protected by a strong thermoplastic undertray,
while a structural steel undertray protects the engine. Bumpers are
made from high‑pressure injection‑molded reinforced
polypropylene.
SAFETY
The LR2's long list of primary safety features ‑ including its
responsive handling, large four‑wheel disc brakes and permanent
all‑wheel drive system ‑ helps the driver avoid hazards. Another
key to safety is maintaining excellent visibility under all
conditions. The high 'command view' seating position provides
visibility over traffic and a clear view of the road. The generous
areas of glass on LR2 offer excellent all‑around views. Large door
mirrors offer a wide field of view. An electrically heated front
windshield and heated washer jets are available to maintain
visibility in low temperature conditions. Rain‑sensing wipers and
automatic headlights, both of which work via infra‑red sensor
technology, are standard on all models.
Secondary safety starts with the strong unibody and its passenger
cell. Front and rear crumple zones are designed to help absorb as
much energy as possible during an impact. Side‑impact protection is
further assisted by the ultra‑high‑strength steel door beams, the
strong and deep door sills and the raised seat position. All LR2
models feature seven airbags as standard equipment. The driver and
passenger front airbags are designed to help provide head and chest
protection and the front seat side airbags protect against side
impacts. Full‑length curtain airbags in the roof side structure are
designed to help reduce the potential of head injury and roll‑over
ejection for front and rear occupants. An inflatable knee bolster
helps protect the driver against leg injury from the steering
column. The front safety belts feature pre‑tensioners. Pedestrian
safety is also a high priority, with 2.76‑3.54 inch (70mm‑90mm) of
clearance between the upper hood and under‑hood mechanicals in the
critical zones. The excellent energy absorbing qualities of the
hood further assist pedestrian protection.