The British cars of elite and world famous brands were always considerate to be a quality standard in automotive industry. Today the popularity of English brands is high enough. British don't make cheap cars for export. Therefore in the market only elite cars with rather immodest price tags are represented.
We suggest you to consider the three of the most interesting proposals which attract attention of the buyer. This three is provided by two brands - Mini and Land Rover.
Range Rover Evoque - power and beauty in perfect embodiment
Until recently the brand of Land Rover offered in the market, exclusively brutal cross SUVs which cost immodest money and were on sale very actively only because of immense love of drivers to huge machines. But today the situation changes, British are forced to adapt to the conditions of today's market. That's why there appeared a sports compact crossover Range Rover Evoque on the horizon.
The car became surprise for fans of classical design of the British brand, presenting the audience the new direction in development of appearance of English cars. They say that the classical Range Rover SUV will find similar features in the nearest future. The technical part of Evoqueis represented by the following characteristics:
- the basic engine - the 2.2-liter diesel with a potential of 150 horses;
- the turbocharged diesel engine 2.2 SD4 is able to develop 190 horsepower;
- themost interesting force unit - the 2-liter petrol engine with a power of 240 horses;
- the new 9-speed automatic transmission became special development for Range Rover Evoque.
Technically the car is not too sporty. The exterior tells about the dynamics and serious mood on the fast ride. But in practice it turns out that Evok can feel dynamic only in the city jungle at high speeds. On the route traction of the car disappears and even overtaking of a lengthy car can become a problem.
Nevertheless, admirers of new design of the British brand werequite a lot. Basic cost in 42 000 dollars didn't become a reason of not buying it. The drivers of Range Rover Evoqueare women, and also well-grounded youth.
Mini Cooper S - charged version of the little easy rider
The Mini corporation pleases their admirers with the active mastering of city elements. Today a proposal of this brand are cabriolets, sports charged special versions and even city crossovers. But the greatest interest causes rather available small hatchback Mini Cooper S.
This is a special version of the very first representative of Mini corporation. This configuration has another design and the charged technical characteristics. The baby attracts buyers by the active trip and rather high-quality execution of all units. Primary benefits of the car following:
- 184 horsepower are even excessive under a hoof of such baby;
- theOverboost mode allows to increase tractive power and to speed;
- the engine turbaned by Twin Scroll system which is considered the most economic in a world;
- maximum speed of a hatchback is 228 kilometers per hour.
With such characteristics and acceleration to 100 km/h in 7 seconds Mini Cooper S can take part in sports competitions and become the winner. But there is certain restrictions in the car. For example, clearance of it is too low which makes the driver to go round the road hindrance more accurately. British didn't get used to adjust cars under conditions of the different countries.
The basic cost of Mini Cooper S is 25 thousand dollars. It is very expensive for a small hatchback, but nevertheless it has its potential buyers. Mini practically has no competitors, it does it the monopolist in a class, created by the company.
Land Rover LR2 - embodiment of fight with a bad road
If you want to purchase the full-fledged SUV from Britain, and you don't have money for Autobiography, it is time to pay attention to another popular car. It is the universal SUV in the average sized class Land Rover LR2. It has excellent technical basis, a high road clearance and is one of the most cross cars of corporation.
Freelander 2 was introduced not long ago. It is located on boundary of a class of big crossovers and SUVs of the average size. This is very successful decision for the roads. In city traffic jams and the asphalt jungle the car doesn't become slow, and on bad road will prove to be not worse than elder brothers. Technical features of Land Rover LR2 following:
- the set of engines starts from diesel 2.2-liter TD4 on 150 horses;
- the2.2-liter SD4 already familiar to us on 190 forces;
- the 2-liter petrol unit with a potential of 240 horses also is present;
- the traditional 6-speed automatic transmission is a standard option;
- the full drive also goes in a set with the basis version.
In spite of the fact that technique of Land Rover LR and Evoque is very similar, the first one was much cheaper. In a basic version it costs 38 000 dollars that is about 13 thousand cheaper than a crossover. But in studying of configuration it becomes clear that British save much on comfort of LR2, having given preference to qualitative technique.
Potential buyers of SUV are fans of active leisure and travel over cross-country terrain. The assets of Friedlander have all that is needed for confident on the bad road.
Summing up
Using of excellent technologies and frequent renovation of the cars is the main benefit of the British brands.Hardly buyersenjoy their new acquisition when the company prepares renovated model, offering even more qualitative technique and pleasant configuration.
That's why British retain clients who from generation to generation buy only the British technique. Is there anyone among our blog readers the drivers of the British cars? We will be glad to see the real reviews of maintenance and service of the cars of these brands.
About the authors
The CarAraC research team is composed of seasoned auto mechanics and automotive industry professionals, including individuals with advanced degrees and certifications in their field. Our team members boast prestigious credentials, reflecting their extensive knowledge and skills. These qualifications include: IMI: Institute of the Motor Industry, ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technicians; Coventry University, Graduate of MA in Automotive Journalism; Politecnico di Torino, Italy, MS Automotive Engineering; Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, Mechanical University in Skopje; TOC Automotive College; DHA Suffa University, Department of Mechanical Engineering
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