The New Range Rover Electric Delivers Greater Power Than a Twin-Turbo V8 | Carscoops

      With 542 hp and a 117 kWh battery, the Range Rover EV is set to make a significant impact.

      Land Rover has unveiled new images and information regarding the Range Rover Electric.

      This SUV comes equipped with a 117 kWh battery pack that has been developed and manufactured internally.

      It is powered by a dual-motor all-wheel drive system that delivers 542 hp.

      The Range Rover Electric is progressing towards production as Land Rover has confirmed that prototypes have successfully finished their second season of cold weather testing in northern Europe, accumulating up to 45,000 miles (72,420 km) to validate various systems and test their limits.

      A key focus during testing was the SUV’s thermal management system known as ThermAssist, which decreases heating energy consumption by up to 40% and aims to recover heat for warming either the propulsion system or the cabin in temperatures as low as 14°F (‑10°C). This approach contributes to optimizing both range and efficiency.

      Additionally, Land Rover has been testing their air suspension and one-pedal driving mode. This feature, common in electric vehicles, allows drivers to use just the accelerator, engaging regenerative braking as soon as the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. Land Rover has indicated that their implementation is compatible with the Terrain Response system, making it suitable for off-road conditions.

      The automaker confirmed this model features their first battery designed and produced in-house. The 117 kWh battery consists of 344 prismatic cells arranged in a double-stacked layout. The company noted that it has been “optimized for energy density, range, and charging times” to provide the “effortless performance and classic refinement expected from a Range Rover.”

      In addition to the battery, the Range Rover EV employs an all-wheel drive system featuring Intelligent Driveline Dynamics technology. This allows for torque distribution from 100% to 0% to maintain traction. The system can also respond to slips and traction changes within 50 milliseconds, which is up to 100 times faster than an internal combustion engine vehicle.

      JLR Vehicle Engineering Director Matt Becker stated, “By enhancing its torsional stiffness and refining its responses, we’ve managed to maintain a traditional Range Rover driving experience that feels familiar.” He added that this was achievable by “integrating all the essential Range Rover elements with new and advanced technologies.”

      Although the company did not disclose numerous specifics, Top Gear reports that the model features a dual-motor all-wheel drive system with a total output of 542 hp (404 kW / 550 PS) and 627 lb-ft (849 Nm) of torque. If this information holds true, the Range Rover Electric would surpass the power of the P530 variant, which has a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine generating 523 hp (390 kW / 530 PS) and 553 lb-ft (749 Nm) of torque.