The new Range Rover GT is a grand tourer that breaks the mold for Range Rovers. It's not a replacement for the Velar, but rather a fifth member of the Range Rover lineup. The GT features a lower, almost wagon-like stance, with proportions closer to the Range Rover Sport. It has a gently sloped roofline that you wouldn't expect to see on a Range Rover.
The GT isn't related to any existing models, as it sits on Land Rover's new EMA platform. It's launching as a purely electric vehicle, with plans for a full hybrid later in its life cycle. Technical specifications remain scarce, but given its more car-like character, it's reasonable to assume it won't have the same off-road chops as the other Range Rover models.
View Price on AmazonLike any respectable luxury vehicle, the GT gets frameless doors that provide access to a radically different interior compared to existing Range Rover models. Conventional buttons are kept to a minimum, and a wall of screens doesn't dominate the dashboard. The press shots show the Range Rover GT with a 2+2 interior layout, but there will also be a more practical three-seat rear bench.
The two rear seats in the four-seat version are separated by a center console with cup holders, wireless charging pads, an armrest, and a touchscreen for climate controls and media settings. Other notable features include a full-glass roof and ample legroom for rear passengers. The rectangular instrument cluster shows 180 miles of range with 80 percent of the battery remaining, which isn't exceptional, but we'll have to wait for official numbers to judge efficiency.
Thankfully, not everything has gone digital inside. There are stalks behind the steering wheel and a handful of physical buttons here and there. However, the climate controls are integrated into the center display, which is less than ideal but is quickly becoming the norm. Overall, the Range Rover GT's cabin looks like a nice place to sit in, and Land Rover says everything has been designed to "create a sanctuary of calm" inside the "quietest Range Rover ever."
Source: motor1.com
