| Land Rover has announced brief details of the MY10 Discovery, Sport and Vogue for the Australian market.
Full specs, pricing and model line up have not been revealed, but there's three new engines and a new name for Discovery, the Discovery 4.
The vehicles will be launched in Australia late in the year.
The fourth generation of Land Rover's versatile seven-seat vehicle gains a new name, Discovery 4, to go with its powerful and highly efficient new TDV6 diesel engine, fresh exterior identity and more premium cabin.

The model's class-leading breadth of capability is extended even further with dynamic improvements, for both on-road and off-road driving, and the addition of user-friendly new technologies and features.
Overview:
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Two new engines, a 3.0 litre twin turbo diesel and 5.0 litre V8 petrol, both providing greater performance with improved fuel economy and reduced emissions,
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On-road dynamics transformed by comprehensive chassis system developments and a new super-smooth 6-speed adaptive transmission
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Updates to Land Rover's award-winning Terrain ResponseTM system reinforce best-in-class all-terrain performance
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Fresh exterior design includes smoother new front end and revised lights, including LEDs
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All-new interior design delivers a more premium and functional seven-seat space
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User-friendly new features include surround camera system, gradient release, tow assist, high beam assist and Keyless Entry
The new Discovery is packed with e-TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES aimed at reducing fuel consumption and reducing CO2 emissions. Both the new 3.0 litre twin turbo diesel and 5.0 litre V8 direct injection petrol engine were designed from the outset to deliver class-leading fuel economy and improved low-end torque.
e-TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES in summary:
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Engine calibration optimised
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Lower engine idle speed
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Reduced torque-converter slip
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Higher torque, allowing longer gearing
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Intelligent Power System Management (IPSM) including smart regenerative charging
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Clutched air conditioning pump to reduce parasitic losses (Diesel only)
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Improved aerodynamics
Range Rover Sport 10MY
The Range Rover Sport reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010 model year.

The vehicle's stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the skin, which includes three powerful and efficient new engines, enhanced levels of interior craftsmanship and refinement, and significant improvements to both on-road and off-road driving dynamics.
Overview:
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Three all new engines, a 3.0 litre twin turbo diesel, 5.0 litre V8 petrol and a high performance supercharged petrol - all providing greater performance with improved fuel economy and reduced emissions.
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Acclaimed 3.6 litre TDV8 engine continues to be available
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Striking exterior design changes create a more stylish and sporting look
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Redesigned interior bringing new levels of refinement and craftsmanship
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Chassis refinements including Active Damping, new brakes and updates to the Terrain Response™ system, bringing even greater breadth of capability
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Terrain Response™ 'Dynamic' programme setting, designed for sporting on-road driving
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Cutting edge technologies including surround camera system with tow assist, and high beam assist
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e-TERRAIN TECHNOLOGIES boost economy and lower CO2 emissions
A comprehensive programme of chassis system modifications has transformed the Range Rover Sport's on-road dynamics, while also delivering a substantial improvement in its all-terrain capabilities.
The introduction of new systems such as Adaptive Dynamics and the addition of the road-focused Dynamic program to the Terrain Response™ system help enhance agility and ride quality. Further improvements to the Terrain Response™ system ensure that off-road capability is kept at the expected class-leading level.
Range Rover Vogue 10MY
Powerful new engines, revolutionary interior technologies and enhanced driving dynamics reinforce the position of the Range Rover Vogue 10MY as Land Rover's most complete luxury 4x4. Land Rover's flagship has been comprehensively updated to deliver more refined and efficient performance, along with the ultimate in interior comfort and craftsmanship.
Overview:
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Two all new engines, 5.0 litre V8 petrol and a high performance supercharged petrol, both providing greater performance, with improved fuel economy and reduced emissions.
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Acclaimed 3.6 litre TDV8 engine continues to be available
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Subtle exterior design changes enhance the classic Range Rover Vogue style with contemporary details
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Upgraded interior, featuring the world's first automotive application of dual view touch screen infotainment screen technology:
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The touch screen display allows driver and front seat passenger to view two different images simultaneously
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Physical instrument cluster replaced by fully configurable 12" Thin Film Transistor (TFT) screen with 'virtual' dials and information displays
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State-of-the-art Adaptive Dynamics technology to further improve the Range Rover Vogue's peerless ride quality
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Updated Terrain Response™ and Stability Control Systems for improved all-terrain performance
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Active safety aids including Adaptive Cruise Control, Emergency Brake Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, and surround camera system
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Land Rover e-Terrain Technologies boost economy and lower emissions on Range Rover Vogue 10MY
The interior benefits from more luxurious materials and finishes which add further refinements to the premium cabin ambiance. More significantly, the Range Rover Vogue 10MY uses some revolutionary new interior technologies which enhance the experience for driver and passengers alike.
The vehicle is the first to feature 'dual view' infotainment touch screen technology which allows the driver and passenger to view different images simultaneously. This means that the passenger can enjoy a DVD movie while the driver follows navigation instructions, all on the same screen.
Another dramatic innovation is found in the instrument cluster. Here, traditional physical instruments are replaced by a fully configurable 12" TFT screen which presents all essential driver information via cleverly designed 'virtual' dials and graphical displays.
The vehicle incorporates state-of-the-art Adaptive Dynamics technology to further improve the Range Rover Vogue's peerless ride quality. All-terrain performance is also enhanced by updates to the Terrain Response and Stability Control systems.
To complete the package, the Range Rover Vogue 10MY benefits from a series of enhanced active safety aids including Adaptive Cruise Control, Emergency Brake Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, Automatic High Beam Assist (AHBA) and a surround camera system. |