LEAKED PICTURES OF 2013 RANGE ROVERS

The 2013 version has an all-aluminum unibody structure that is 39% lighter than the current model’s steel body. The result is a vehicle that is up to 926 pounds lighter than before, depending on the market and equipment. The car maker said the vehicle’s lighter body also helps improve its acceleration, braking, handling and fuel economy – attributes rarely highlighted in descriptions of previous Range Rovers. A new air suspension system is meant to retain the cushy ride for which Range Rovers are known. But the latest underpinnings also enable flatter cornering, sharper handling and a better steering feel than before, the car maker said. The model coming to the U.S. has a naturally aspirated 5-liter V8 engine and is about 700 pounds lighter than the outgoing version. More than one engine will be available and the vehicle comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Inside the vehicle has more than 4.7 inches more legroom than before, so rear-seat passengers in particular should notice the difference. “The new Range Rover preserves the essential, unique character of the vehicle – that special blend of luxury, performance and unmatched all-terrain capability,” said John Edwards, Land Rover’s global brand director. “However, its clean sheet design and revolutionary lightweight construction have enabled us to transform the experience for luxury vehicle customers, with a step change in comfort, refinement and handling,” Edwards said. Hear, See, and Say it