2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

From Edmunds: Overview Land Rover has a dual personality. On one hand, you have vehicles such as the Range Rover and Defender that rely heavily on their storied history. On the other, you have the Evoque, which is a more modern interpretation of the brand and caters to people looking to get into their first luxury SUV. The 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar sits in the middle of that lineup, adopting the Evoque's sleek style and combining it with more space, power and capability.As a Land Rover, the Velar also comes with some impressive off-road abilities and all-wheel drive as standard equipment. Even if you're not planning on exploring the wilderness, the Velar should be an excellent luxury SUV for those in wet and snowy climates. This year, the Range Rover Velar returns largely the same. Last year's HSE trim has been renamed HST, with most of the same features. On the inside, the Velar delivers the kind of experience expected of a premium luxury SUV. The quality of materials is excellent throughout the cabin, and the minimal and high-tech style leaves a lasting impression. This doesn't come cheap, though. The Velar is more expensive than many rivals in the class, including the Genesis GV70, Mercedes-Benz GLC and BMW X3. These may be better alternatives for everyday use, but if you desire some off-road capabilities and are drawn to more modern styling, the Velar is the clear choice. Which Range Rover Velar does Edmunds recommend? Go for the R-Dynamic S trim. It looks sportier than the base S and doesn't cost much more. It also gives you the option of getting the six-cylinder engine. We prefer the six-cylinder for its more robust power, but know that Land Rover says its availability will be limited in 2023. You might have to settle for the four-cylinder. Consider adding the Dynamic Handling package to add the more comfortable air suspension. Compare 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar trim levels Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart Land Rover Range Rover Velar models The 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is a small luxury SUV that seats five people. It's available in three trim levels: S, R-Dynamic S and HST. The S and R-Dynamic S come standard with a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine (referred to as the P250) that makes 247 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. The R-Dynamic can also be optioned with a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine (P340) that generates 335 hp and 354 lb-ft. Finally, the HST trim comes exclusively with an upgraded version of that inline-six engine (P400) good for 395 hp and 405 lb-ft. All come paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive. Feature highlights for each trim include: S Starts off the Velar lineup with: 19-inch alloy wheels LED headlights Panoramic roof Power-folding, heated exterior mirrors Power-adjustable steering column Power-adjustable, heated front seats with driver's seat memory settings Leather upholstery Dual-zone automatic climate control Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration 11.4-inch center touchscreen Integrated navigation system 12-speaker Meridian premium audio system All Velars come with a suite of active safety features, including: Front and rear parking sensors Automatic high beams Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Velar and the car in front) Lane keeping assistance (steers the Velar back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker) Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot) R-Dynamic S Builds on the Velar S equipment with: 19-inch alloy wheels finished in satin gray Sportier-looking bumpers Special interior trim and badging HST The HST doubles down with more luxury and performance with: Air suspension with adaptive dampers (adjusts the vehicle's ride height and balance between handling and ride comfort) 21-inch