Land Rover Debuts The All New Discovery Sport And 2015 Model Year Line Up At The Los Angeles International Auto Show

19 November 2014

Land Rover Discovery Sport will make its U.S. debut at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show

‑  Land Rover Discovery Sport will make its U.S. debut at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show 

(LOS ANGELES, CA) ‑ November 19, 2014 ‑ Land Rover will debut its 2015 model year line up at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. Also, making its U.S. debut will be the new Discovery Sport, a versatile premium compact SUV that is the first member of the new Discovery vehicle family.

2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The 2015 Discovery Sport will deliver a highly refined combination of performance, safety and efficiency thanks to a body shell of high‑strength steel and lightweight aluminum, a 240hp turbocharged 2.0‑liter engine, nine‑speed automatic transmission and standard all‑wheel drive. A dynamic design with a compact footprint provides optional seven‑passenger seating in a "5+2" configuration.

This U.S. debut marks another significant milestone in the product offensive for Jaguar Land Rover which will see the company deliver 50 significant product actions over the next five years. New Land Rover innovations debut in the Discovery Sport, including available Autonomous Emergency Braking3 and a new touchscreen infotainment system4. Pricing will begin at $37,0702.

2015 Range Rover

Following the 2014 debut of the most luxurious Range Rover variants ever, the long‑wheelbase model and the Autobiography Black, the Range Rover gains further enhancements for 2015. The long‑wheelbase version is now also available in the HSE trim; in its introductory year, it was available only in Supercharged and Autobiography variants. The long‑wheelbase Range Rover models have 7.3‑inches more rear seat legroom than standard‑wheelbase models and when equipped with the optional executive seating package, an increased seatback recline of 17 degrees. Pricing starts at $83,4952.

2015 Range Rover Sport

The new‑generation Range Rover Sport, which already established its performance credentials by setting a record for SUVs climbing Pikes Peak (12 min, 35.61 sec.), generates even more excitement for 2015 with the introduction of the ultra‑performance Range Rover Sport SVR model. Created by the Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations team, the 2015 Range Rover Sport SVR is the highest‑performance Land Rover vehicle ever, capable of accelerating from 0‑60 mph in 4.5 seconds and achieving an electronically limited top track speed of 162 mph2. The SVO team also specially tuned the ZF® 8HP70 eight‑speed automatic transmission and four‑wheel drive chassis to give the Range Rover Sport SVR exceptional agility while also preserving all‑terrain capability.

Developed alongside the new‑generation Range Rover, the Range Rover Sport delivers exceptional on‑road dynamics with genuine Land Rover all‑terrain capability. The Range Rover Sport presents an assertive and muscular exterior, luxurious interior, and the practical flexibility provided by the option of 5+2 third row seating for occasional use. Pricing starts at $63,5252.

2015 Land Rover LR4

Land Rover, which last year re‑powered the LR4 with a new supercharged V6 engine and 8‑speed automatic transmission, for 2015 has equipped this full‑capability luxury SUV with available Land Rover InControl® Apps and smartphone integration4. The new system brings the familiarity of compatible smartphone apps into the vehicle, with access from a connected phone through the standard touchscreen. The 2015 LR4 also adds the convenience of new standard side steps, and a choice of two different 4WD systems introduced for 2014 continues in the 2015 LR4. Pricing starts at $50,4002.

2015 Land Rover LR2

The 2015 Land Rover LR2 will offer two special Value Edition packages and a special‑value audio upgrade. Unique in the compact luxury SUV segment, the LR2 offers the brand's renowned off‑road capability in a vehicle that provides outstanding on‑road ride comfort and agility. The combination of full‑time intelligent four‑wheel drive and the renowned Land Rover Terrain Response®control system gives the 240hp 2.0‑liter turbocharged engine and six‑speed automatic transmission the ability to take trails unsuitable for some luxury crossovers3. Standard amenities in all LR2 models include grained leather seating with an eight‑way power driver's seat and six‑way power front passenger seat, along with a dual‑panel panoramic sunroof. Pricing starts at $36,6602.

2015 Range Rover Evoque

The Range Rover Evoque, which gained advanced new driveline technologies and driver assistance features for 2014, enters 2015 with available Reverse Traffic Detection on vehicles equipped with Blind Spot Monitor, and adding Perpendicular Park to vehicles with Advanced Park Assist3. The compact Range Rover Evoque stays true to the core brand values by providing premium levels of craftsmanship, luxury, performance and multi‑terrain capability. Available in five‑door and coupe versions, the Range Rover Evoque provides generous interior legroom and headroom, a practical trunk, plus highly capable off‑road geometry and ground clearance. Pricing begins at $41,1002 for the Five‑door Range Rover Evoque and $45,1002 for the Range Rover Evoque Coupe.

InControlAppsTM ‑ the ultimate for in‑car connectivity

Jaguar Land Rover has announced the first wave of third party apps for its innovative new smartphone integration platform ‑ InControl Apps™ ‑ which has been developed in conjunction with BOSCH SoftTec.

Jaguar Land Rover has worked closely with leading third party app developers to enable an initial suite of Android™ and iOS™ compatible applications that will greatly enhance the in‑vehicle user experience for customers4.

1 All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.

2 Price shown is MSRP. Excludes $925 destination and handling charge, taxes, title, license, retailer fees and optional equipment. Retailer price, terms and vehicle availability may vary. See your local authorized Land Rover Retailer for details.

3 These features are not a substitute for driving safely with due care and attention and will not function under all circumstances, speeds, weather and road conditions, etc.  Driver should not assume that these features will correct errors of judgment in driving.  Please consult owner's manual or your local authorized Land Rover Retailer for more details.

4Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control. Do not operate, adjust or view the navigation or multimedia systems under conditions that will affect your safety or the safety of others. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, when it is safe to do so.

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About Land Rover

Land Rover, the British maker of Land Rover and Range Rover sport utility vehicles, is renowned for providing its clientele with some of the most luxurious and capable vehicles in the world. Every Land Rover vehicle is equally at home both on and off road, and in any setting; be it in the heart of the city, or traversing the countryside. Today's Land Rover lineup includes the legendary Defender, LR2 (Freelander 2), LR4 (Discovery 4), Range Rover Sport, Range Rover and Range Rover Evoque. Land Rover designs, engineers, and manufactures their vehicles in the United Kingdom. Land Rover is fully engaged with sustainability initiatives and social concerns with continuous involvement in environmental and community programs. For more information visit the official Land Rover website at http://www.landroverusa.com.

About Jaguar Land Rover

• The United States is one of the leading global markets for both Jaguar and Land Rover

• Jaguar Land Rover employs 30,000 people and sells vehicles in 170 countries around the world

• Jaguar Land Rover has two state of the art engineering and design facilities and four advanced manufacturing plants in the UK

• Headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey in the United States, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC has offices across the USA

• Jaguar Land Rover is represented by more than 330 independently operated retail outletsin the USA