| Manufacturer | Land Rover |
|---|---|
| Production | 1994—2001 |
| Assembly | Solihull, United Kingdom |
| Predecessor | Range Rover "Classic" |
| Successor | Range Rover (L322) |
| Class | Luxury large off-road 4x4 |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine / four-wheel drive |
| Engine | 2.5 L BMW M51 Turbodiesel I6 |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in (2,746 mm) |
| Length | 185.5 in (4,712 mm) |
| Width | 74.4 in (1,890 mm) |
| Height | 71.6 in (1,819 mm) |
The Range Rover (P38A) (usually known simply as the Range Rover) is the second-generation Range Rover model from British car maker Land Rover. After 25 years from the introduction of the first-generation Range Rover, the second-generation Range Rover — model-designation P38A — was introduced for the 1995 model year, with an updated version of the Rover V8 engines. There was also the option of a 2.5 litre BMW six-cylinder turbo-diesel with a BOSCH injection pump. This was the first Diesel injection with electronic controls in a Land Rover, before common rails were introduced. This was a result of BMW's subsequent ownership of Rover Group and hence the Land Rover brand. The new model offered more equipment and premium trims, positioning the vehicle above the Land Rover Discovery to face the increased competition in the SUV marketplace.
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The second generation incorporated new engine management and improved electronic air suspension (called EAS) that allowed automatic, speed proportional height adjustment. This could also detect when the vehicle is not parked horizontally and attempt to raise itself to maximum height for horizontal levelling. Height was also adjustable manually. The electronic control for this system proved to be problematic, with reports of error messages blocking the system, as well as failing suspension air bags and pumps. The high cost of dealership maintenance for the EAS drove owners to seek alternative repairs for the system and many after market parts and DIY information is available to repair what is essentially a simple pneumatic system.
The R380 gearbox is basically the same as in the Range Rover or Discovery 300tdi The primary shaft is different with a small input diameter for the spigot bearing inside the BMW flywheel and the output shaft has been changed to allow for the different Borg Warner Box. The automatic gearbox is the same ZF 22 HP, as is the Discovery TD5 or V8.
The Borg Warner transfer box no longer had direct control of High/Low range gears meaning that the vehicle has to nearly stop before shifting from high to low range and the lever from the Classic model has been replaced by an electric control on the dashboard for the manual and an H-pattern gate on the automatic gear lever. The transfer case's chain and sprockets have been reinforced. Differentials have in some models been upgraded to a four pinion version, notably in the V8 edition.
The chassis was also made stronger and new welding techniques were used. This was the last Range Rover available with a manual gearbox and a classic transfer box. Other features included anti-lock braking system and in some automatic gearbox models two-wheel traction control—although later models saw this feature applied to all four wheels.
In 1999 the Range Rover V8 received a new Bosch engine management system from the BMW 7 Series. This replaced the Lucas GEMS system, which was not as reliable, but easier to repair. The diesel edition received an EGR system, which came with a plastic inlet manifold. A modulator sends back part of the exhaust gas into the manifold, thus mixing hot exhaust gas via a vacuum pump into the cold air from the intercooler. Also, four-wheel traction control was added to the vehicle, which previously was rear wheel only. The Range Rover also received a newer sound system, with 300 watts and twelve speakers. In 2000, the vehicle received smoked rear turn signals and clear turn signals in front.
The HSE+ was the first UK spec limited edition Range Rover P38A. All cars were finished in Epsom Green metallic with jet piped ivory hide. The cars featured extended, lighter tinted burr walnut veneer, and a Harman Kardon Logic 7 sound system. The cars were also fitted with DVD players in the head rests and Satellite navigation and 18 inch Hurricane alloy wheels. The 300 cars were all built in 1998, as an experiment to find a market for a higher specification Range Rover, it was a success with all cars sold before they made it to the showrooms. The HSE+ paved the way for the 2000 model year Vogue (That name returning to the Range Rover after being dropped with the Classic in 1996) and since then, all Range Rovers have been highly specified as standard.
This was done as a test to produce more power from the 4.6-litre V8, as during testing the Bosch engine management systems, the engines power was far under the 225 bhp (168 kW; 228 PS) stated. Land Rover North America were angered and the MD flew over the UK to complain. Land Rover decided to send 10 audit engines to UK based tuning company Cosworth. They too concluded that the 4.6-litre V8 was only producing approx 170 bhp (130 kW). LRNA sent eight audit engines to US muscle car tuner Reeves Callaway who agreed to make the necessary changes to bring the V8 engine up to standard. All 200 Callaway's made were the last 200 1999 model year cars, and were finished in either Rutland Red, Epsom Green or Niagra Grey. The cars featured Callaway badging, unique, Tempest 18 inch alloy wheels, and a tailored handbook explaining the differences. Most of the changes made during the Callaway project were implemented into the 2000 model year NAS Range Rovers.
Model Year 2001. Manufactured in Wimbledon Green Pearl with green leather upholstery and cream piping. Also exists in dark grey. No calculator. Available in six-cylinder diesel and V8. Only 200 were imported into North America. The North American version had Lightstone leather with green piping.
4.0 SE Polo Edition: All were based on the 4.0 SE and had special dark brown leather interior with piping on the seats armrests (and unlike other models with dark brown leather and piping) with the words “Polo Edition” sewn in the front seats below a crest with the outline of a jockey playing Polo. There is also a Polo Edition badge on the wings above the signal lights.
Made in collaboration with Holland and Holland, a gunsmith based in London. Some of these were manufactured in dark green paintwork, brown leather upholstery with cream piping, gun boxes, H & H inscriptions throughout the vehicle and partially green painted alloys. Mainly available as 2.5 diesel, all have automatic gearboxes, brass inscription plates in the doors, a CD changer in the boot and a Karman advanced hi-fi system. TV and DVD were only available during the last two years.
NAS 2000 Holland and Holland edition Range Rovers were equipped the same as their British counterparts except without a rear entertainment system, and included Land Rover duffel bags. The Holland and Holland model was commissioned by bespoke Range Rover tuner, Overfinch. The car was built entirely separate from Land Rover.
This was available with bright 'Bordeaux Red' paintwork and partially coloured alloys. Also included was cream leather upholstery with 'Bordeaux Red' piping and 'Bordeaux Red' carpeting throughout, including the inside of the tailgate. 200 Range Rover Bordeaux vehicles were manufactured: 100 4.0-litre petrol models and 100 2.5-litre diesel models.
This was available in either silver or grey paintwork different from the usual paintwork of those colours available and grey tinted alloys. The interior was available in "Westminster Grey" leather upholstery with black piping, light grey poplar wood interior, and further colour coordination to the carpets and ceiling. 400 Range Rover Westminsters were produced; 200 4.6 litre petrol models and 200 2.5 litre diesel models.
North American Westminster Edition Range Rovers were offered with the 4.6-litre V8 and came with the Oxford leather package, the dark popular wood, 18-inch Proline wheels and Java Paint was the only colour option available. A 'Westminster' badge was placed on the tail gate in place of 4.6 HSE. The vehicle was offered in the NAS 2002 model year. Only 200 were made.
The Range Rover Borrego was a limited edition of 100 vehicles in North America. Each vehicle was painted AA Yellow and came with the Oxford leather seating package with yellow stitching and had all the same features as a base 4.6 HSE from the 2002 model year. In addition, the Borrego had the new Comet wheels introduced to North America by Land Rover. The vehicle was offered during the NAS 2002 model year.
The Vitesse Edition was a limited run of 250 vehicle, half were painted Monza Red (Ferrari) and AA Yellow. The Vitesse came with all the features of a 4.6 HSE of the NAS 1997 model year, however featured black leather with yellow piping or red piping (based on exterior colour), exterior plastic trim painted to match the colour of the vehicle (lower bumper facia and mirrors) and came standard with the Harmon Kardon 300-watt stereo as well as chrome interior door handles.
In 2000, Land Rover reintroduced the Vitesse edition, however did not include the loud colours from the 1997 model. The 2000 NAS vehicle had a Navigation system standard. All were Java black with walnut leather and the Phone kit was not available as an option. All included wood pieces around the power window switches and had amber turn signals. The 2000 Vitesse had a sticker on the tail gate in place of 4.6 HSE.
The Rhinoceros edition Range Rover was offered as a NAS vehicle during the 2000 and 2002 model years, 125 were produced for each of the two years. The 2000 Range Rover Rhino came standard with all the features of a 4.6 HSE, including the optional navigational system and included Poplar Anthracite (grey coloured burled wood) and "rhino hide" leather interior. All 2000 Rhinos came with the 18-inch Proline wheels. Also, a small carved wooden sculpture of a rhinoceros was made by craftsmen in Africa, commissioned by LRNA, was given to the owners.
The 2002 Rhinoceros Edition Range Rover was similar to the 2000, except had an updated Navigation system, came equipped with the 18-inch Proline wheels, did not come with a wooden rhinoceros.
All had a Bonatti Grey exterior.
The car was co-designed by stylist and bespoke furniture maker David Linley All cars featured Java Black paintwork and Jet interiors with Piano Black veneer. It is also the most exclusive Range Rover ever made at the factory, as Land Rover promised to build just ten cars. Only six orders were placed. The car still remains the rarest and most expensive factory Range Rover.
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