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Overview
The 1997 Range Rover DSE is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Sport Utility Vehicle that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Range Rover is regarded as a large SUV built in Great Britain with prices starting at $111,000 before on-road costs.
This Range Rover is powered by a 2.5L 6-cylinder engine that has 100 kW of power (at 4400 rpm) and 270 Nm of torque (at 2300 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.
The Range Rover measures 1817mm (71.5 inches) in height, 4713mm (185.6 inches) in length, 1889mm (74.4 inches) in width with a 2745mm (108.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2115kg (4662.8 lbs) of unladen weight. The Range Rover DSE comes standard with 235/70 R16 front tyres and 235/70 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
46.95 - 74.77 kW/t
46.95 kW/t
74.77 kW/t
Boot Space
520 - 524 litres
520 litres
524 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
2 - 4 years
2 years
4 years
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Dimensions
4,713 mm
1,889 mm
1,817 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,713 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,889 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,817 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,850 mm |
| Load Capacity | 665 mm |
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Explore Range Rover Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Engine
Engine (cc): 2497
Compression Ratio: 22
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.5
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Diesel
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Indirect Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 23.8
Capacity (L): 90
Instrument Cluster
Message Display: yes
Type: Analog
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 2
Oil Pressure
Type: Digital Display
Oil Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 96 Combined (L/100km): 10.3
EU 96 Combined (mpg): 23
EU 96 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.9
EU 96 Country Highway (mpg): 26
EU 96 Standard: Eu 96
EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 12.8
EU 96 Urban (mpg): 18
Fuel Economy
EU 96 Std Combined (L/100km): 10.3
EU 96 Std Country (L/100km): 8.9
EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 12.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 14.3
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph: 13.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 170
Maximum Speed (mph): 106
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 134
Maximum Power (kW): 100
Maximum Torque (Nm): 270
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2300
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension Levelling
Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Local Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 57.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 1640
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 520
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11850
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.9
Overall Height (in): 71.5
Overall Height (mm): 1817
Overall Length (in): 185.6
Overall Length (mm): 4713
Overall Width (in): 74.4
Overall Width (mm): 1889
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.9
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12460
Wheelbase (in): 108.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2745
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Configuration: Twin
Paint
Type: Metallic
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Sunroof Operation: Electric
Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2780
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6129
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2115
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4663
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Passenger Assist Handles
Number of Handles: 4
Vanity Mirror
Location: Passenger
Floor Covering
Load Area: Carpet
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Covered
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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