A black and silver version of Land Rover's LRX cross-coupe concept makes its
global debut at the 78th Salon International de l'Automobile, to compliment
the original white LRX revealed in Detroit in January.
No production plans have been confirmed yet for the LRX concept, and both
versions will now be used to gauge public, dealer and media response to the
concept. So far the cross-coupe has been received positively, winning praise
both for its styling and its efforts towards fuel efficiency.
Phil Popham, managing director of Land Rover said: "We were hugely excited by
the positive response that the original LRX concept generated when we showed
it at the Detroit Show a few weeks ago, but we've always seen scope for LRX
to provide a whole showroom of different models, with a range of powertrains
including hybrids and bio-fuel capable engines."
The LRX is conceived as a highly fuel-efficient 2.0-litre, turbodiesel hybrid,
capable of running on bio-diesel. Land hopes to reduce fuel consumption by
as much as 30 per cent compared with other 4x4s of comparable size, and
reduce CO2 emissions to approximately 120 g/km.
Using lightweight materials, Land Rover has developed a series of bespoke
features for the black and silver LRX. The removable carbon composite roof
panel contrasts with the silver-coloured roof, and fasting points have been
added for carrying snowboards and other sports equipment. The black roof
bars provide another option for rooftop loads. More carbon composite is used
for the protective underbody plates at front and rear, and protection
further protection has been added to the moulded bumpers and sills.
"The black and silver LRX shows a real world breadth of capability. Its
all-terrain ability, extra protection and load-carrying versatility help
emphasise that it's an authentic Land Rover, while its compact dimensions,
agile handling and efficient powertrain make it a practical proposition for
everyday driving," says Popham.
If it ever happens it needs to be a good bit more reliable than normal LR products otherwise us expat Brits will stick to our Japanmobiles. But good luck LR. With effort, and absolute build and dealer quality you can reduce your tarnished reputation.
Mark, Gaborone, Botswana
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