Land Rover has updated its mid-size Range Rover Velar SUV offering in South Africa. The Velar gains updated interior technology, enhanced engines and the introduction of the Plug-in Hybrid Velar P400e as well as a limited Velar Landmark Edition. See what’s on offer below!

The stylish Velar SUV, which was introduced locally back in 2017, has been updated!

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Velar gets better interior tech!

Note the new steering wheel and the new drive selector…

Significant upgrades have taken place inside the Velar. The dual-screen infotainment system now gains the latest Pivi/Pivi Pro operating system which is now slicker and more user friendly but importantly, faster to operate. Updates are conducted ‘over the air’ and features such as Spotify music streaming features for the first time and 2 smartphones can now be connected via Bluetooth. An embedded data connection also provides access to the latest maps, apps and software.

Some other fancy features include Active Road Noise Cancellation as well as a new cabin air filtration system which can be activated using the ‘Purify’ button found on the lower touchscreen. The Velar also gains a second-generation Activity Key which now features an LCD watch/screen allowing the user to remotely start, stop, lock and unlock the vehicle. Land Rover’s ClearSight Ground View gives the driver a view of the underside of the vehicle as well as a useful 180-degree view to aid safe maneuvering. The Velar also gains a new steering wheel with integrated smart buttons while a drive selector now replaces the previous rotary gear selector.

Velar Landmark Edition in SA

A special Velar Landmark Edition is also now available to buyers and is based on the R-Dynamic SE specification.

The Velar Landmark Edition gains a black contrast roof, 20-inch black alloy wheels and can be had in either Hakuba Silver, Lantau Bronze metallic, Santorini Black or Eiger Grey.

New Velar P400e Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) now in South Africa

The P400e PHEV now joins the local Velar lineup…

The new Velar P400e PHEV combines a 221 kW 2.0-litre petrol engine and a 105 kW electric motor to produce a total system output of 297 kW and 640 Nm of torque. Using an 8-speed automatic transmission, the Velar P400e claims a zero to 100 kph sprint time of 5.4 seconds!

Equipped with a 17.1 kWh lithium-ion battery which is located underneath the load bay floor, charging the Velar P400e can be charged to 80% charge in 30 minutes using a 32 kW DC fast charger or 1 hour 40 minutes using a 7kW wallbox. A Mode 2 charging cable takes the longest with a 5 hour, 29 minute charge time to get up to 80% charge. In terms of fuel efficiency, 2.3 L/100km is claimed with an all-electric range of 61 km. The driver can choose between 3 modes including EV, Hybrid or Save Mode (prioritises engine).

Updated Engines for Velar

The Velar gains 3.0-litre, straight-6 Ingenium engines as seen in the P340 which delivers 250 kW and 480 Nm, while weighing some 12.9 kg less and featuring mild-hybrid technology. The Velar P340 is said to sprint from zero to 100 kph in 6.3 seconds.

A straight-6 diesel engine in the Velar D300 produces 221 kW and 650 Nm and is some 7kg lighter than the outgoing V6 diesel and offers a zero to 100 kph sprint time of 6.5 seconds.

A next-generation 2.0-litre diesel engine is also available in the Velar D200 (replaces the previous D180 and D240) and produces 147 kW and 430 Nm.

Buyers can also opt for the 2.0-litre petrol-powered Velar P250 with 184 kW and 365 Nm.

Explore detailed specifications for the Range Rover Velar here!

How much does the Range Rover Velar Cost in South Africa?

Velar D200 S – R1 290 100

Velar D300 S – R1 458 600

Velar P250 S – R1 290 100

Velar P340 S – R1 438 700

Velar P400e S – R1 651 200

Velar D200 R-Dynamic SE – R1 382 900

Velar D300 R-Dynamic SE – R1 551 300

Velar P250 R-Dynamic SE – R1 382 900

Velar P340 R-Dynamic SE – R1 531 500

Velar P400e R-Dynamic SE – R1 739 100

Velar D200 R-Dynamic HSE – R1 492 000

Velar D300 R-Dynamic HSE – R1 631 000

Velar P250 R-Dynamic HSE – R1 492 000

Velar P340 R-Dynamic HSE – R1 611 200

Velar P400e R-Dynamic HSE – R1 834 000

Velar D200 Landmark Edition – R1 428 200

Velar D300 Landmark Edition – R1 596 600

Velar P250 Landmark Edition – R1 428 200

Velar P340 Landmark Edition – R1 576 800

The Range Rover Velar is sold with a 5-year/100 000km warranty and a 5-year/100 000km maintenance plan.