Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport is an SUV that measures 4.85 meters in length and is available with five or seven seats, with the two additional adults unfit to carry comfortably. Is on sale from € 66,000 to € 113,700.

Along with the Mercedes-Benz M-Class , the Land Rover Range Rover and the Volkswagen Touareg , is one of the SUVs that offer better balance between how it operates on the road and off it. The BMW X5 and Porsche Cayenne are better road to go fast but do not have the capacity of the Range Rover Sport to move out of it, not least because of the absence of reduction . The Jeep Grand Cherokee goes worse by road, although it is a very comfortable car and has good skills "off-road".

Despite the similarity in name, the Range Rover Sport is a version of the Range Rover , are different models. The Range Rover (plain, not Sport) is larger, you can not have seven seats, it is more convenient to travel, is less agile and has a higher price, namely € 32,500 more for the same engine , one difference seems excessive. Both have the same battle , but the Range Rover Sport is 14.9 inches shorter, 5.5 inches shorter and 45 kg lighter with the same engine. Land Rover says that between 75% of the pieces are different.

The version of access to the range of the Range Rover Sport has a 258 hp diesel engine and costs 66 000 euros. It's a similar price to that of a BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz M-Class, both also with 258 hp diesel engine. An Audi Q7 diesel engine with 245 hp is about 5200 euros more affordable.

Land Rover has made ​​major changes in this second generation of the Range Rover Sport, the first generation dates from 2005 and was updated in 2010. The two most notable are the great weight reduction and the existence of versions without gear.

The range consists of four versions, one with eight-cylinder gasoline, 5.0 liter displacement and 510 hp-and three diesel, two six-cylinder and 3.0-liter TDV6 258 hp versions and SDV6 of 292 hp-and eight-cylinder and 4.4-liter 340 hp SDV8. Later will come a hybrid version (Diesel and electrical engine) with 340 hp and an average consumption of 6.4 l/100 km. There will, no date set, a version with four-cylinder engine, not know whether diesel or gasoline. All engines have system ' Stop & Start 'and automatic eight relations. Unlike the Range Rover and Evoque , Range Rover Sport has a lever instead of a knob for gear selection.

Can be ordered active rear differential (in versions with gearbox) able to modify the distribution of torque between the two wheels.Also, to help follow the path indicated by the steering wheel, there is the function "Torque Vectoring" braking the inside wheels during cornering. The steering has electric assistance and three turns lock to lock.

The command "Terrain Response 2» field facilitates driving since, indicating the type of surface you are driving, there are five options: 'General', 'Grass / Gravel / Snow "," Mud / Grooves',' Arena 'and' Rocks' - a PBX selects the appropriate settings for the transmission, drive train and engine. There is also a mode "Auto" automatically detects the type of terrain. Premiere: "Wade Sensing", which indicates to the driver the level of water in a wading.

Some versions have an additional position in the command "Terrain Response 2», identified as 'Dynamic', which adjusts steering, throttle response and transmission, damping control and rolling, as well as setting the traction and stability systems. To control the swinging, these versions have a stabilizing bars active (ie, a PBX may vary the resistance offered by the torsion this element is called "Dynamic Response").

There are four trim levels: "S", "SE", "HSE" and "Autobiography". Among the items that can have are the information projected on the windshield , the alert involuntary change lanes , the lights change assistant short and long , the traffic sign recognition , the active cruise control , the object detection the blind spot , an application for smartphones that allows the car located (among other functions) and heated and ventilated seats in the first two rows.

Another piece of equipment available is the parking assistant. This system automatically performs steering maneuvers necessary to park the vehicle, leaving the driver to control the speed. It is valid for online car battery. In the tests we have done, we left the car about 25 cm away from the curb.

You can have a system called "Flank Guard" that alerts you to potential impacts on the sides of the vehicle during low speed maneuvers (eg, in a car park, where you can run into a column or other vehicle). Use the distance sensors that are on the sides of the front and rear bumpers and combines the data they provide with information from the steering angle and the vehicle's path for acoustic and visual warning to the driver if any risk of collision.

There are 19 exterior colors and three for the roof-silver, gray or black. Acquiring the optional "black» the chrome body parts are replaced by black. The tires can be 19, 20, 21 and 22 inches in diameter and the brake calipers Manufacturer 'Brembo' with some versions are red.

In the comparative safety of km77.com, we have calculated the price of a policy for a Land Rover Range Rover Sport with six-cylinder diesel engine. The policy would be a person of 50 years, with ID from 18 and has not had accidents for over 10 years. Lives in Madrid, keeps the car detached garage and travels 25,000 miles a year. The lowest price we obtained for insurance without excess is offered Mutua Madrileña , for 1343 euros.

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Jeep goes on sale in Spain a revamped version of the Grand Cherokee. Has cosmetic changes, and mechanical equipment than the model it replaces. It is available from 48 900 euros.

The most significant is the replacement for all versions of the gearbox five-speed automatic for an eight paddles behind the wheel. This gearbox helps reduce consumption and increase acceleration. His performance is good because he chooses gears smoothly yet quickly enough. It is a change which is a clear improvement over the five-speed automatic had the previous model. It has three operating modes: normal, sport and other-called "Echo"-to reduce fuel consumption.

Except for the issues that have to do with this gearbox, driving sensations we have had in this Jeep Grand Cherokee are very similar to those we had with the previous model. Overall, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is not agile but slow roads comfortable for both suspension and low noise that reaches the interior even at high speeds. Is well prepared to overcome great obstacles off the road. In this respect, they are superior versions bearing air suspension called Quadra-Lift (because can raise the body and improving the characteristic angles, that is, attack, ventral and output information ) and locking rear differential.

The engine range consists of two diesel-both of 3.0 liter engine with 190 or 250 hp-and three petrol -3.6 liters 286 hp, 5.7-liter 352 hp and 6.4 liters of CV-468. Diesels are the same as those used the model it replaces, but the most powerful da 9 hp more than before and has an average fuel consumption 10% lower. We have not yet tested this version Diesel 250 horsepower, but the feeling we have is that moves with great agility the Jeep Grand Cherokee and is silent.

In gasoline engines, the 286 hp has six cylinders and the other two have eight, always placed in "V". The CV 468 is mounted exclusively on the version "Grand Cherokee SRT"-a variant with a different look than the rest of the range, more "sporty", and a tune specific chassis.

The Grand Cherokee diesel engine of 190 hp is on sale from € 48,900. It is a much lower price to a Audi Q7 3.0 TDI (204 hp), an Mercedes-Benz ML 250 BlueTEC (204 hp) and a Volvo XC90 D5 (200 hp). However, a higher price of a Mitsubishi Montero 3.0 DI-D (200 hp) and a Toyota Land Cruiser D-4D (190 HP).

With the gasoline engine of 286 hp is on sale from € 65,550. It is a very similar to a Volkswagen Touareg 3.6 V6 FSI 280 hp and clearly lower than that of a Porsche Cayenne 299 hp.

In the American market the Grand Cherokee can be chosen with a shaft drive (the rear) or both, regardless of the chosen engine. In Spain is available only with AWD. There are three versions of this drive, called "Quadra-Trac II," "Quadra-Drive II" and "Quadra-Trac".The first two systems are reducing , non-Party only available in the version "SRT" - no. The models with drive system Quadra-Drive II have, except with the petrol engine 258 hp, air springs, which can vary the ride height.

Systems and management programs drive system and air suspension are the same as those of Grand Cherokee 2010 but there is something new. For example, to select the "Eco" change management change in V8 engines (all petrol) partially deactivates half the cylinders and suspension height lowered to promote aerodynamic.

For the interior there is new color, trim and types of coatings that give rise to three environments: "Morocco", "Nepal" and "Grand Canyon." There are four trim levels available: "Laredo", "Limited", "Overland" and "Summit" in addition to another level with specific equipment for the sports version "SRT". The Summit trim level is new to the range and is based in Overland, with the difference that has decorative details to give it a sportier look.

The trunk of the Grand Cherokee has a capacity of 457 liters to cubrequipaje tray. Among SUVs 4.70 to 5.00 meters in length with the least volume. Only Lexus RX has less capacity .

There unpublished security elements in the Grand Cherokee, as a possible collision alert, a detector of objects in the blind spot of the exterior mirrors and a alert involuntary change lanes . Also new touch screen of 8.4 inches for the control of multimedia equipment that uses a system called "Uconnect Smartouch 'from Fiat (Jeep is part of Chrysler Group LLC, a subsidiary of Fiat SpA).Depending on trim level may be associated with a navigation system. In addition, the sports version "SRT" has a feature called "Performance Pages" instant feedback showing power, torque, acceleration 0-100 km / h braking distances. All versions have daytime running lights ledes pilots. Another novelty is that the instrumentation is rather traditional looks in a 7-inch TFT screen that offers some degree of configuration.

In our insurance comparator we have calculated the price for a blanket insurance policy. The policyholder would a person born in 1960, with a driving license from 18 years old, who lives in Madrid, keep the car in garage and walk up to 30 000 km per year.Another additional fact is that it takes seven years without declaring claims. With these features, the cheapest policy without excess to the company offering Balumba, for 901 euros. However, this policy is of low quality (4.1 out of 10), for 1200 euros, Genesis offers a higher quality policy (7.7 points).

2014 Opel Meriva

 In November 2013 Opel announced new Meriva prices. There is a different generation, but of renewal leading model for sale since 2010.The first units were delivered in late January 2014. The most important changes are the introduction of a 136 hp diesel engine and IntelliLink multimedia system. The exterior and interior remains almost unchanged.

The diesel engine of 1.6 liters and 136 hp replaces the 1.7 CDTI with 131 hp and meets European standards Euro 6 emissions. With this engine, whose trade name is "1.6 CDTI" - the fuel average consumption is 4.4 l/100 km and the Meriva can accelerate from 0-100 km / h in 9.1 seconds. With regard to the engine it replaces, consumes 0.9 l/100 km less and can accelerate from 0-100 km / h 0.8 seconds faster. Throughout 2014 will be introduced other variants of the 1.6 CDTI engine succeeding the 95 hp 1.3 CDTI and 1.7 CDTI 110.

All petrol and LPG version (which can also run on gasoline) have been reworked to comply with Euro 6, though his power numbers have not changed. There are three petrol engines available, all with 1.4 liter engine, one is atmospheric (101 hp) and the other two are turbocharged (with 120 and 140 hp). The latter two can be ordered with a gearbox six-speed automatic. Also, the version prepared to use LPG as fuel still has 120 hp, but its average consumption fell slightly.

Opel says it has worked on manual gearboxes, five and six speeds, to make them faster, smooth and precise.

IntelliLink multimedia system consists of a seven-inch touch screen from which you can manage the sound system, GPS navigation, mobile phone use (previously connected via Bluetooth) and other related functions. There are two versions of this system, "Navi 650 'and' Navi 950 ', which differ in the number of functions you can perform. IntelliLink is available for some time in other Opel models like ADAM and Insignia.

The Meriva can now have type LED daytime running lights and a new set of wheels 17 and 18 inches in diameter. The front grill has a slightly different design than the model it replaces, and pilots have also had minor design changes.

The typical door opening system is unchanged and configuration possibilities of seats.

Volkswagen Golf Variant

Later there will be another 110 hp diesel version called "Blue-TDI '. It uses the same engine as the 105 hp diesel version with a number of changes to reduce consumption and to meet the emission limits of Euro 6. There will also be an engine designed to operate on natural gas conversion "TGI BlueMotion '-.

The Volkswagen Golf station wagon is on sale from 19 700 euros with a gasoline engine with 105 hp and from 22 990 euros with a diesel of equal power.Depending on the version and equipment level is between 540 and 720 euros more expensive than a five-door Golf.

Its price is higher than most rivals.

The trunk has 605 liters capacity, volume does not reach any of its rivals and also is larger than have many bigger cars outside. For example, the Volkswagen Passat has 603 liters, and that your body is 20 centimeters longer than the Golf Variant. One of the few cars that trunk capacity surpasses the Volkswagen Golf Variant is the Skoda Octavia Combi, with 610 liters.

The trunk of the Volkswagen Golf Variant is very easy to load. The gate leaves a fairly large access hole is provided with solid hooks for hanging bags, has rings to establish networks to the floor and can have a very useful mobile background. This piece can be placed at two different heights so that at the top creates a double bottom (12 cm high) and, thanks to its various joints, allows tabicar the trunk for the smaller objects will not loose. In all, a very well thought out luggage to transport different types of loads.

The body of the Golf Variant measures 4.56 meters in length which is 31 inches shorter than the Golf 3 and 5 doors. For dimensions, is an alternative to the Chevrolet Cruze SW , the Ford Focus Sportbreak and Toyota Auris Touring Sports among others. The great difference in size relative to a normal Golf appreciated especially when maneuvering in tight places worse. In fact, move relatively well for their size, and also the design of the body leaving behind good visibility to three fours and rear. So, with this car looks better than normal when you have to back out of parking on drums. The design of the roof, in the Volkswagen Golf Variant's more headroom in the rear seats in the Volkswagen Golf three-and five-door. The engine range is the same as the Golf of three and five doors: two diesel -105 and 150 hp TDI-and three petrol TSI -105, 122 and 140 hp. We have thoroughly tested the 105hp diesel version. The Volkswagen Golf Variant with this engine is very smooth, quiet and uses very little fuel. Can be scarce for those seeking plenty of acceleration when fully loaded, but it is more than enough to maintain a high speed provided that no unfavorable circumstances. The apparent ease with which it is able to maintain speed on easy runs is enhanced because the interior is very quiet. This engine is not entirely pleasant in town because he has no strength to go from standstill with agility. All engines except the 105 hp gasoline, may have an automatic dual-clutch 'DSG', in some cases with six relations and other seven. The 150 hp diesel can be ordered with all-wheel drive system ("4MOTION"). In all other cases the traction at the front wheels, but later also may request AWD combined with the 105 hp diesel engine. The system ' Stop & Start 'is always standard.

Package will also be available with cosmetic changes called 'R-Line'. Includes 18-inch wheels, tires measuring 225/40, front and rear bumpers with different seating design and a shape that provides extra support to the body. The aspect that this package will be similar to the Volkswagen showed the Geneva Motor Show 2013 with the prototype "R-Line Concept". At our insurance comparator we have calculated the price of insurance to any risk for a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 105 bhp with automatic and five-door body, because the Golf Variant is not yet included in the database of the comparator. The policy holder we have chosen as a reference is a 32-year-old with card 14, who lives in Madrid, takes up 40,000 miles a year and has had no accidents in the last six years. The cheapest price is offered Balumba 548 euros. This policy, however, provides poor quality (4.4 out of 10). An alternative could be the company Reale , offered for 650 euros a policy of good quality (7.38 out of 10).

2014 Renault Clio Sport Tourer Energy TCe 90 S&S eco2

The Clio Renault station wagon is called Renault Clio Sport Tourer. It is 21 inches long, has a bit more headroom to the roof in the rear seats and the boot is clearly larger. The same engine and trim level, costs 850 euros more than a Clio. It is available with two petrol engines and 90 hp -73, and -75 and two diesel 90 hp. The more affordable version is the one with the gasoline engine of 73 hp and the level of equipment "Authentique" costs 13 000).

The standard transmission is five-speed manual always. The 90 hp diesel version can have an automatic dual-clutch six-speed EDC Renault called for about 1500 euros extra.The Stop & Start system is standard on both versions of 90 hp (gasoline and diesel) and is not available for the rest.

In Spain, the Clio Sport Tourer can not be ordered with the petrol turbocharged 120 hp (version called "TCe 120 EDC", which is associated with the dual clutch automatic transmission). This engine itself is available in the Clio and in other European markets such as Germany and France, it is also possible to combine this engine with the familiar body.

In km77.com we tested the version with the gasoline engine 90 hp, whose full name is' Energy TCe 90 S & S eco2 ". With this engine the Clio Sport Tourer is not a fast car in absolute terms, not recommended if you will be using to haul heavy cargo. It is an engine that gives adequate acceleration in normal driving and inadequate if it requires making quick changes in speed.

2014 Renault Clio

The Clio Sport Tourer has a slightly stiffer suspension than the Clio, but it is hard to notice in normal driving because it is still a comfortable car.

The Clio Sport Tourer measures 4.27 meters in length, compared to 4.06 of Clio. This increase in length is due to the higher rear overhang, because the wheelbase is identical -2.59 meters. According to our measurements, the space for the occupants of the front seats is identical in the Clio Sport Tourer and the Clio. In the rear seats have measured two inches more headroom to the ceiling in the family version.

The trunk volume is 443 liters, ie 143 more than the five-door version. The trunk of a SEAT Ibiza ST is slightly smaller (430 liters), while the Škoda Fabia Combi is clearly greater (has 505 or 480 liters, depending on the version). Folding down the rear seat backs cargo volume reaches 1380 liters. The passenger seat backrest can also be folded, which makes loading long objects (up to 2.4 meters in length).

There are three trim levels: 'authentic', 'Expression', 'Dynamique'. At the lowest level, 'authentic', is for sale along with the gasoline engine of 73 horses and 75 diesel. At this level there is no possibility to install a system of hands-free access and starting, or climate, browser and can not have the steering wheel and gear knob covered in leather. These are items which are available in the other two trim levels in either option or series. Are standard, among others, the following elements: stability control, hill start aid, cruise control and roof bars. Air conditioning is an option.

On the level 'Expression' air conditioning is standard, as well as Bluetooth, steering wheel and knob covered in leather and navigation system. Are optional items like fog lamps, keyless entry and start and alloy wheels. This level of equipment is available for all engines.

Finally, the standard 'Dynamique' can only be combined with 90 hp engines, petrol and diesel. All optional items mentioned in the previous paragraph for the level 'Expression' are standard. In option can have climate control, electric rear windows, electrically folding mirrors and voice control multimedia system.

The price of a Clio Sport Tourer with petrol engine of 73 hp and level of equipment "Authentique", the lowest, is 13 000 euros. It is a price that is halfway between that of a Škoda Fabia  Combi 1.2 TSI "Ambition" of 86 horses and a SEAT Ibiza  ST 1.2 TSI "Reference" of 86 horses. However, matching the equipment if possible, the Renault is about 1000 euros more affordable than both. The supply and consumption of this version are much worse than the Fabia and Ibiza.

The version with 90 hp diesel engine, the five-speed manual gearbox and the equipment level "Dynamique" is on sale from 17 800 euros.This price is higher than EUR 2239 Skoda Fabia Elegance 1.6 TDI 90 hp and 1260 euros more than a SEAT Ibiza ST 1.6 TDI 90 CV Style.This time, if it matches the equipment on Clio Sport Tourer is still more expensive (about 1000 euros), although it has elements that the other two can not, such as Stop & Start system and access and keyless start (comparative tab equipment ). In addition, this version has an average consumption much lower (3.6 l/100 km to 4.2 l/100 km in the other two) and better performance (comparison sheet).  

Compared to the previous Clio Sport Tourer is 34 mm longer and has a trunk with a volume above 4 liters. As in the five-door body, handles opening the rear doors are integrated in a black piece next to the window.

Using our insurance comparator , I made ​​a calculation of the cost of a policy to no excess for a Renault Clio Sport Tourer diesel engine 90 hp and level of equipment "Dynamique". Data policyholder course are: married man of thirty, who resides in the center of Madrid, is his first car, will travel 20,000 miles a year and park on the street. With this, the company offering the best price is Balumba , 594 euros per year. The relationship between quality and price money of this policy is 6.31 out of 10, the highest among all leading insurers offer on this vehicle and these conditions.

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

 

Range Rover Evoque 2012

Land Rover is selling a revamped version of the Range Rover Evoque, a vehicle length of 4.36 meters-looking SUV that started shipping in 2011.It is available from 34 840 euro with a diesel engine of 150 horsepower and five-door body. Versions with three-door body (called "Coupe") are 1030 euros more expensive.

The engine range remains unchanged. It consists of two 2.2-liter diesel engine, with 150 or 190 hp (versions "TD4" and "SD4" respectively), and a 2.0 liter petrol with 240 hp (version "B4"). The more affordable version («TD4" with 150 hp and FWD) has a higher price than a BMW X1 sDrive 18d (143 hp) and Audi Q3 2.0 TDI (140 hp) and below that of a Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY (143 hp). If we consider the version "SD4" 190 hp and AWD, the result is similar: its price is higher than a BMW X1 xDrive 20d (184 hp) and an Audi Q3 2.0 TDI quattro (177 hp) and below of a Mercedes-Benz GLK 220 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY (170 hp).

The most important new model 2014 are the addition of a box of nine-speed automatic transmission, a new system of total switchable traction and an increase in available systems of driving aids. The changes are barely noticeable appearance.

The gearbox nine relationships, designed by ZF (model 'ZF HP9 ") is optional on the diesel-engined versions (" TD4 "and" SD4 ") and represents a payout of 2460 euros. In the petrol version ("B4") is standard. Land Rover does not indicate the development of late March, though, judging by the information you see in  this picture , it seems that is greater than 60 km / h per 1000 rpm. There is already a model for sale in Spain with box nine relationships, the Mercedes-Benz E 350 BlueTEC. 

2014 Model Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

The new AWD system called "Active Driveline" (an optional). Is a system that transmits using a Haldex coupling 100% of the engine torque to the front axle when the speed exceeds 35 km / h and the conditions of adhesion are optimal. When it detects loss of traction diverts a portion of the torque to the rear axle. The system response time is 300 milliseconds.

The option 'Active Driveline "also includes an electronic differential that distributes engine power between the two rear wheels.

On the other hand, there is a system called "Torque Vectoring by Braking" which, using the brakes, adjust the rotation of each of the four wheels independently in order to provide enhanced cornering agility. This system is standard on all models equipped with "Active Driveline" conventional all-wheel drive and the engine "SD4" and "B4".

 

2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque rear photo

There are seven new systems available driving aids. These are: "Parking Exit 'helps you out of a parking space online," Perpendicular Park "helps when parking in battery, an active developer of speed alert function scope and braking aid emergency detector objects in the blind spot mirrors; alert involuntary change lanes, signal recognition system, and "Wade Sensig", a system that uses sensors placed on the mirror tells the driver the water level in a wading.

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2014 aparace yet in our insurance comparator , however you should not change too much compared to 2011. To get an idea we have calculated the price of a blanket insurance policy for Evoque 2.2 Diesel 150 hp 'Pure' hatchback. The policy is a man of 40 years, with over 20 card, which resides in Madrid, park your car in a garage and walk up to 20,000 miles a year. The lower price is offered Balumba : 637 euros. It's a low-quality policy -4.40 points out of 10 - and a relationship between quality and price too low -5.68 points out of 10 -. The insurer Genesis offers a policy more expensive (790 euros), but with a much higher quality -8.95 points out of 10 -.