The new 2023 Range Rover Velar facelift luxury SUV has just made its launch in Malaysia. Offered in one powertrain option only – the P250, the Velar is available with three variants to choose from. Prices start from RM638,800 including 10% SST, and without road tax, registration, and insurance.
The three variants offered with the 2023 Range Rover Velar in Malaysia include:
- P250 Dynamic SE M Spec
- P250 Dynamic SE H Spec
- P250 Dynamic HSE L Spec
On the outside, the 2023 facelifted Range Rover Velar comes with the new radiator grille design, alongside a set of Pixel LED headlights up front and 3D LED tail lights at the back. The top-of-the-line L spec also gets the Jewel-like Signature Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) to go along with the Pixel LED headlights.
With this facelift exercise, the Range Rover Velar gains two new colour options, namely Varesine Blue and Zadar Grey. This is on top of other colour options such as Fuji White, Santorini Black, Hakuba Silver, Ostuni Pearl White, Carpathian Grey, Arroios Grey, and Charente Grey.
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Exterior bits you get with the 2023 Range Rover Velar in Malaysia include:
- LED headlights
- Signature DRLs
- 3D LED tail lights
- New radiator grille design
- 20-inch in Style 1089 10-spoke gloss black wheels
Moving up to the H Spec, you get:
- 22-inch in Style 1075 10-spoke gloss dark grey wheels with contrast diamond-turned finish
Opting for the top-of-the-range L Spec gets you:
- Pixel LED headlights
Performance-wise, the 2023 facelifted Range Rover Velar in Malaysia only comes with one powertrain option, which is referred to by the carmaker as the P250. This powertrain option consists of the 2.0-litre inline-four turbocharged petrol engine which produces 250 hp (metric) and 365 Nm. The mill is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, sending power to all four wheels via the brand’s all-wheel drive (AWD) system.
Adaptive Dynamics suspensions are equipped as standard on both the higher-end H and L Specs of the facelifted Range Rover Velar in Malaysia. It also comes with Electronic Air Suspension, and Configurable Dynamics that allow you to configure the car’s throttle mapping, gearbox shift points, steering settings, and suspension to suit your driving needs.
There is also a calibration for off-road driving, just in case you feel like bringing your Velar to do so. The luxury SUV even comes with a feature called Wade Sensing which aids in situations of driving through deep water.
Technical details of the 2023 Range Rover Velar in Malaysia are as such:
- Engine: 1,997 cc turbocharged 4-cylinder engine
- Rated Power: 250 hp (metric)
- Rated Torque: 365 Nm
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive (AWD)
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Inside, the Malaysian-spec 2023 Range Rover comes with an 11.4-inch curved screen touchscreen head unit that comes with the Pivi Pro infotainment system. There are also new virtual sidebars on each side of the screen and are visible at all times.
These buttons feature multi-functional sliding controls for various settings. This includes air conditioning and seating settings, as well as audio volume. The 2023 Range Rover Velar also comes with the Technology Pack which includes a head-up display, a 3D Surround Camera system, as well as the Park Assist feature.
To give its customers a quiet and comfortable ride, the premium carmaker has fitted the Range Rover Velar with its Active Road Noise Cancellation technology. Here is a list of interior features the 2023 Range Rover Velar comes with:
- 11.4-inch curved screen touchscreen head unit
- Pivi Pro infotainment system
- Head-up display
- 3D Surround Camera system
- Park Assist
- Wireless mobile phone charger
- Active Road Noise Cancellation technology
The higher-end L Spec variant gets you:
- Cabin Air Purification Plus system
- Ambient lighting with 30 colours
Sime Darby Motors Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Macau Retail and Distribution Managing Director, Jeffrey Gan said, “The L560 Range Rover Velar epitomises a marriage of luxury and innovation. Its sophisticated design, advanced features, and electrified performance reaffirm our commitment to delivering unparalleled experiences to our discerning customers.”
Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia Managing Director, Syed Ahmad Muzri Syed Faiz said, “With the New Range Rover Velar, we are excited to offer a harmonious blend of contemporary luxury and cutting-edge technology. It represents a new era of elegance and refinement, captivating automotive enthusiasts with its timeless appeal.”
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