Range rover autobiography 2014

Land Rover is seriously amping up its luxury credentials at the 2013 LA
Motor Show, showing off its new Range Rover Autobiography Black.
Available only in the off-road manufacturer's new long-wheelbase
bodystyle, the Black model of the popular Rangie has a starting price of
$185,000. To put that into perspective, a short-wheelbase base model
starts at $84,195.
So, what's an extra $100,000 get you? For starters, it adds an extra 7.3
inches of rear legroom and an extra eight degrees of incline when the
individual rear seats are optioned. The LWB model also adds power rear
sunshades and a panoramic sunroof. The Black model, meanwhile, is
different all together.
Exclusive to the US market and limited to just 100 units, the exterior of
the Black has a new grille and blingy model-specific wheels, along with
identifying badges. There's also the availability of the stylish Valloire
White paint shown here, which will be used on the first 25 Black models
built, and it adds a cool $14,500 to the $185,000 starting price. And
while the exterior tweaks are limited, it's the cabin of this luxury limo
that sees the biggest batch of upgrades.
All four seats have their own memory, climate and massage controls, as
well as 18-way adjustability for the front pair of seats. Passengers in
back will enjoy 17 degrees of recline along with 10.2-inch rear screens,
while the passenger-side backseat as a deployable ottoman. LED mood
lamps comes standard, and helps show off the exquisite wood and
leather work of the SUV's cabin.
We've got a full gallery of live images of the new Range Rover
Autobiography Black at the top of the page. Land Rover has also
provided images and a press release about the new SUV that are
available below.
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Land Rover Debuts Range Rover With Long-Wheelbase And
Autobiography Black Variants At Los Angeles Auto Show
At-A-Glance
Range Rover Long-Wheelbase to make global debut at the 2013 Los
Angeles Auto Show
Range Rover Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black edition will make its
debut at an exclusive customer preview event at a private residence in
Beverly Hills
Long-wheelbase Range Rover vehicle offers customers extended rear seat
comfort
The 2014 Range Rover will be available in standard (SWB) and long-
wheelbase (LWB)
Rear seat luxury and comfort is enhanced by close to eight inches of
extra wheelbase
Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black edition will be launched as the new
pinnacle of the Range Rover line-up
Luxurious new amenities offered in an exclusive edition with distinct
leather and veneers
Ultra luxury rear seat experience includes reclining, extending and
massage-equipped seats and custom crafted comfort and work amenities
New offering to meet growing demand for an ultra-luxury edition of the
Range Rover
Sales of fourth generation all-aluminum Range Rover up 39 percent YTD,
2013
The fourth generation Range Rover was the first SUV to ever achieve the
highest score in J.D. Power and Associates APEAL survey
(MAHWAH, NJ) - November 19, 2013 - Land Rover is extending its family
of peerless luxury vehicles with the introduction of long-wheelbase
variants of the Range Rover vehicle and the addition of an exclusive new
ultra luxury edition- the Range Rover Long-Wheelbase Autobiography
Black.
The Range Rover Long-Wheelbase will make its global premiere
alongside the Range Rover Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black edition
at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The public reveals will take place on
November 20, 2013 at 10am PST during the Land Rover press
conference.
These two new Range Rover variants meet strong global demand for
enhanced luxury, rear seat accommodation and exclusivity at the
pinnacle of the Range Rover line-up.
Range Rover Long-Wheelbase
Debuting at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show, long-wheelbase Range
Rover models have 7.3-inches more rear seat legroom than standard-
wheelbase models and when equipped with the optional executive seating
package, an increased seatback recline of 17 degrees. Customer
deliveries of long-wheelbase range rover models are expected to
commence in late Q1 2014.
The additional 7.3-inches of rear legroom has been achieved by
lengthening the aluminum unibody in front of the rear wheels. The
signature floating roof and distinctive Range Rover silhouette are
retained.
Long-wheelbase variants will initially be available on Supercharged and
Autobiography trim levels with either a three-across bench seat or
individual rear seats with a center console. The individual rear seats can
recline to 17 degrees, a full eight degrees more than in the standard-
wheelbase. All long-wheelbase vehicles will be equipped with standard
powered door blinds and a panoramic sunroof, and carry a distinctive 'L'
badge insignia displayed on the lower front door trims.
RANGE ROVER LONG-WHEELBASE AUTOBIOGRAPHY BLACK
New levels of exclusivity with Range Rover Long-
WheelbaseAutobiography Black
Land Rover has created a new ultra-luxury flagship, the 2014 Range
Rover Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black, which will make its U.S.
debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November. The new Range Rover
Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black interior has been carefully crafted
and tailored to meet customer needs with subtle but distinctive detailing.
The interior has been appointed and finished with high quality leathers
and materials.
Available in long-wheelbase only for the U.S. Market, the Range Rover
Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black has been designed and engineered
by Jaguar Land Rover's 'Engineered To Order' (ETO) division to build
upon the exceptional Range Rover with extended levels of luxury, comfort
and design in an exclusive offering.
A limited build of around 100 units is planned for the U.S. market in the
2014 model year. The first 25 will be built in Valloire White pearlescent
paint.
Subtle and distinctive exterior detailing
A number of exterior elements to the Autobiography Black give it a subtly
distinctive character. A unique design and finish has been given to the
front grille and side vents along with badging in black enamel and
chrome. Signature rear lamps, a chrome accent finish to the tailgate and
auxiliary vents to the front add to the unique detailing of this vehicle. A
new exclusive 7-spoke 21-inch with a high gloss polished finish further
differentiates the Autobiography Black.
"The Range Rover Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black is the latest step
in our transformational journey that moves luxury to another level. This
vehicle is an intensely design focused response to our customers' desire
for more choice and exclusivity," says Gerry McGovern, Land Rover
Design Director and Chief Creative Officer. "The highest standards of
precision detailing, together with the use of the finest crafted materials,
have been achieved inside and out. Autobiography Black represents the
pinnacle of desirability in the world of luxury inhabited by our Range
Rover customers."
First class travel
The Range Rover Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black incorporates an
individualized front and rear seating package with a bespoke seat cover
design. Both front and rear seats have seat memory and climate control
available. The sumptuous leather seating is complemented with a
massage function and bolsters with adjustable 18-way front seat
including upper seat articulation.
This package offers the ultimate in rear seat luxury with two individual
fully adjustable seats and a new center console to offer supreme comfort
and functionality. Rear passengers benefit from the addition of lumbar
massage and powered recline, 10.2-inches Rear seat entertainment
screens feature navigation journey displays and the right hand side rear
passenger seat is equipped with a powered recliner calf rest for further
comfort.
With a new design made exclusively for the Autobiography Black, the rear
center console includes electrically deployable tables covered in black
leather with integrated USB charging sockets and cup holders. A chiller
compartment provides additional space for glasses and bottles and
increased stowage is available towards the rear. The headphone storage
trim can be removed to reveal a ski hatch while the entire rear console
can be illuminated in harmony with the vehicle's mood lighting settings.
Configurable LED mood lighting allows the owner to set the tone by
varying the intensity of the lighting from a range of 10 colors. This
feature is concentrated on the door handles and stowage compartments,
as well as along the lines of the lavish, veneered surfaces on the center
console.
Finer details include leather-wrapped rear cargo trim, A, B and C-pillar
trim and a perforated leather finish on the door insert. The seat backs,
ski hatch, cargo trim and upper D-pillar, are also leather wrapped. Tread
plates feature an illuminated 'Autobiography Black' script, while a
brushed stainless steel tailgate trim completes the detailing.
Three exclusive interior color combinations are available with the Range
Rover Long-Wheelbase Autobiography Black at launch; Ebony/Lunar,
Espresso/Tan and Dark Cherry/Ivory, the latter including a unique dual-
tone seat.
U.S. Models and 2014 MSRP1: (Pricing Effective Jan 1, 2014)
Range Rover: $84,195
Range Rover HSE: $89,195
Range Rover V8 S/C: $100,995
Range Rover V8 S/C (LWB): $106,195
Range Rover Autobiography: $137,645
Range Rover Autobiography (LWB): $142,995
Range Rover Autobiography Black (LWB): $185,000
Range Rover Autobiography Black (LWB) with Valloire White Paint:
$199,500