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Range Rover PHEV SUV
Land Rover is an iconic British brand, famed globally for its off-road and four-wheel drive vehicles. Land Rover is owned by Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) Automotive PLC, a leading luxury vehicle manufacturer with a distinctive reputation of being British and iconic.
However the automotive company is now owned by the leading Indian industrial conglomerate, the Tata Group. The blue chip, India headquartered company is a leading player in the automotive sector via its Tata Motors subsidiary based in Mumbai. Tata acquired Jaguar and Land Rover from Ford Motor Company in 2008. JLR continues to conduct its operations from Coventry in the United Kingdom.
Range Rover electric vehicles (EVs) include:
The famed Land Rover Range Rover (simply known as Range Rover) is currently in its fifth generation. This iconic 4×4 SUV was launched in 1970 by British Leyland. The fifth generation luxurious SUV was revealed in London in October 2021. The SUV is now also available as a mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) and a plug-in electric vehicle (PHEV). The pure electric Range Rover SUV is expected to be available from 2024.
The all new Range Rover plug-in hybrid SUV is certainly re-defining the landscape of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, in particular, for the premium SUV segment. The latest generation of the Range Rover PHEV SUV incorporates a 38.2 kWh onboard EV battery, substantially larger than the average PHEV battery size (10 kWh to 20 kWh). This increased EV battery capacity is a game changer, as it enables the plug-in hybrid vehicle to truly leverage the benefits of electric driving i.e. to reduce driving costs and tailpipe emissions when driven on e-mode.
Driving a PHEV on e-mode is always cheaper than using the internal combustion engine (ICE). However, due to the limited electric range of the previous generation Range Rover PHEV, electric driving had not been leveraged to its maximum.
However, with the new Range Rover PHEV this is all set to change. The electric vehicle (EV) has a claimed EV range up to 113 km (WLTP). Even accounting for all the factors that impact the pure electric range, the PHEV will be capable of delivering well over 90 km.
This distance covers a significant portion of commutes, to include urban driving, but also a fair amount of motorway driving. Do keep in mind that the average daily distance driven by the majority of motorists is 50 km a day.
Land Rover claims a fuel economy up to 0.8 l/100 km for the PHEV. To achieve anything close to the claimed fuel economy, the e-mode on the PHEV will need to be leveraged on a very regular basis. If the EV is driven primarily using the petrol combustion engine, the fuel economy is certainly not going to get anywhere close to the manufacturer claimed figure. Like, the real-world EV range, expect the real-world fuel economy to be impacted by a number of factors and lower than the manufacturer claimed economy.
To leverage the benefits of electric driving, having a fully charged EV battery is imperative. The Range Rover PHEV can be charged up to 50 kW DC charging: 0-80%: 40 minutes. Do keep in mind that not all plug-in electric cars are capable of DC rapid charging.
For longer journeys, best to plan the trip, such that the rest/coffee breaks coincide with the need to top up the EV battery. This way for longer motorway commutes, the cost of driving remains lower compared to using the combustion engine. Depending on the cost of charging, driving on the e-mode will cost between 5 cents and 10 cents per km.
In all probability, on most occasions, the EV will be charged overnight at home. We at e-zoomed recommend the use of a dedicated EV charger for home charging. The myenergi zappi EV charger is a good example. The PHEV can be charged up to 100% in 5 hours via a dedicated EV charger. We at e-zoomed do not encourage the use of a 3-PIN domestic socket to charge an electric car. Charging the plug-in hybrid using a domestic plug will take up to 15 hours.
We recommend a ‘topping up’ approach to EV charging. This way, the e-mode can be used more often and regular charging is also better for the long-term maintenance of the EV battery. Land Rover offers a warranty up to 6 years or 100,000 km.
The all-wheel drive Land Rover P400e PHEV pairs a 3.0-litre (6 cylinder) petrol combustion engine with an electric motor (105 kW). Despite the size and weight of the EV (2,770 kg), acceleration is impressive: 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and a 225 km/h top speed (maximum power: 440 HP/ torque: 620 Nm). The P510e AWD PHEV can achieve 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and has a 242 km/h top speed.
The electric vehicle is available in both the standard and long wheelbase. The long wheelbase offers up to 7 seats. The PHEV is suitable for large families given the interior space and boot space of the EV. Land Rover claims the PHEV has tailpipe emissions as low as 18g (CO2/km).
Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet!
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| One of the most luxurious PHEVs on the market | Expensive, specially at the higher trim levels |
| Good EV battery size and zero emission electric range | Onboard charger limited to 7 kW |
| Efficient electric vehicle with good fuel economy | DC charging limited to 50 kW |
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Range Rover Plug-In Hybrid SUV (credit: Land Rover)
| At A Glance | |
|---|---|
| EV Type: | Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) |
| Body Type: | SUV |
| Engine: | Petrol/ Electric |
| Available In Ireland: | Yes |
| Variants (2 Options) |
|---|
| Range Rover Standard Wheelbase (from € 138,086) |
| Range Rover Long Wheelbase (from € 167,686) |
| EV Battery & Emissions | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Type: | Lithium-ion |
| EV Battery Capacity: | Available in one battery size: 38.2 kWh |
| Charging: | 50 kW DC charging (10%-80%: 40 minutes). Onboard charger: 7 kW AC (0%-100%: 5 hrs) |
| Charge Port: | Type 2 |
| EV Cable Type: | Type 2 |
| Tailpipe Emissions: | 18 – 21g (CO2/km) |
| Warranty: | 6 years or 100,000 km |
| Average Cost Of Residential Charging | |
|---|---|
| Battery net capacity : 8.8 kWh | € 2.10 |
| Battery net capacity : 11.6 kWh | € 2.78 |
| Battery net capacity : 12.0 kWh | € 2.87 |
| Battery net capacity : 13.10 kWh | € 3.14 |
| Battery net capacity : 14.10 kWh | € 3.37 |
- Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in Ireland varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for Ireland is 23.97 cents/kWh.
- Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.
| Charging Times (Overview) | |
|---|---|
| Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW): | 6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC) |
| Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW): | 3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging AC (43 kW): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
- Note 1: SoC: state-of-charge
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Height (mm): | 1870 |
| Width (mm): | 2209 |
| Length (mm): | 5052 |
| Wheelbase (mm): | 2997 |
| Turning Circle (m): | 10.95 |
| Boot Space (L): | 818 |
| P400e PHEV | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 38.2 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 113 km |
| Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km): | 287.6 |
| Fuel Consumption (l/100 km): | 0.8 – 0.9 |
| Charging: | 50 kW DC charging (10%-80%: 40 minutes). Onboard charger: 7 kW AC (0%-100%: 5 hrs) |
| Top Speed: | 225 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive: | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 105 |
| Max Power (HP): | 440 |
| Torque (Nm): | 620 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | Up to 7 (long wheel base) |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight-EU (kg): | 2,770 |
| Colours: | 12 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | N/A |
| P510e PHEV | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 38.2 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 113 km |
| Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km): | 287.6 |
| Fuel Consumption (l/100 km): | 0.8 – 0.9 |
| Charging: | 50 kW DC charging (10%-80%: 40 minutes). Onboard charger: 7 kW AC (0%-100%: 5 hrs) |
| Top Speed: | 242 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive: | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 105 |
| Max Power (HP): | 510 |
| Torque (Nm): | 700 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | Up to 7 (long wheel base) |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight-EU (kg): | 2,810 |
| Colours: | 12 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | N/A |
Longest Range Plug-In Hybrid Electric Cars: Top 5
The continued improvement in the development of electric cars is not limited to only pure electric cars, also known as battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). In fact, we have also witnessed improvements for the latest-generation of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). In particular, increased range and lower emissions.
In the list below of longest-range PHEVs, all EVs have a claimed WLTP e-range over 100 km. Leading the pack is the Range Rover Sport Plug-In Hybrid with an emission-free electric range up to 114 km. In regards to tailpipe emissions, Mercedes PHEVs top the list with tailpipe emissions as low as 13g (CO2/km), significantly lower compared to the conventional petrol or diesel variants!
Though historically, plug-in hybrids have played an important role in the migration from conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) petrol and diesel vehicles to all-electric cars, given the significant improvement in the e-range of pure electric cars, the role of PHEVs has reduced in importance. We can expect this trend to continue, as automotive manufacturers focus on developing and delivering pure electric cars. We at e-zoomed expect plug-in hybrid cars to become redundant in due course.
In general, we recommend buying a pure electric car, however, with those with very limited access to EV charging infrastructure and need to drive long distance on a regular basis, to consider a PHEV. Do keep in mind, for most families, day-to-day driving needs are limited to short journeys i.e. school runs, grocery store, gym, work, high street etc. Most of the latest-generation of pure electric cars can meet this need!
| Brand/ Model | Battery Size (kWh) | Electric Range (WLTP) | Tailpipe Emissions (CO2/km) | Body Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz C Class Plug-In Hybrid | 25.4 kWh | 104 km | 13g (CO2/km) | Estate |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class Plug-In Hybrid | 25.4 kWh | 110 km | 13g (CO2/km) | Saloon |
| Mercedes-Benz S Class Plug-In Hybrid | 28.6 kWh | 101 km | 19g (CO2/km) | Saloon |
| Range Rover Sport Plug-In Hybrid | 38.2 kWh | 114 km | 20 – 18g (CO2/km) | SUV |
| Range Rover Plug-In Hybrid | 38.2 kWh | 112 km | 21 – 18g (CO2/km) | SUV |
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