The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Trim lineup restructured, with fewer variants than before.Additional features on new base Velar S model.Diesel engine has been discontinued, while a new supercharged V8 appears on the new top trim level.
Pros Distinctive styling inside and out Strong V6 engine High-quality materials in the cabin
Cons Infotainment system is frustrating to use Rear legroom is a little tight Overly firm ride
The high-performance SV Autobiography Dynamic edition joins the lineup for 2020, powered by a rip-snorting supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 making 550 horsepower. We've driven it already, and it's awesome. Elsewhere, Land Rover has made more minor updates, such as making Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration across the Velar lineup and fitting the base S model with driver-assistance tech such as blind-spot monitoring, 14-way power-adjustable front seats, a power-adjustable steering column, and SiriusXM satellite radio.
Pros Avant-garde styling, large cargo space, high-end interior design.
Cons Finicky infotainment system, grumbly engines, eye-popping price tags.
The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is unranked in Luxury Midsize SUVs due to missing safety data. Currently, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar's overall score is not available, though its Critics' Rating, Performance score, and Interior score are based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data.
Pros Elegant, high-quality interior Powerful engine options Composed ride and handling
Cons Distracting dual-screen infotainment system
The QX80 receives an upgraded infotainment system for 2020 that features two displays, stacked one on top of the other like the systems found in much of the rest of the Infiniti lineup. The top screen is an 8.0-inch unit while the lower one is a 7.0-inch one; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability are now both standard, and the gauge cluster now sports a new 7.0-inch color trip-computer display. Lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear automated emergency braking are all now standard, as is a rear-door alert that sounds a reminder to check the rear seat upon reaching your destination.
Pros Bold exterior styling, gutsy V-8 engine, luxury-lined interior.
Cons Expensive option packages, Nissan Armada offers similar luxury for less money.
A new infotainment system debuts along with Apple/Android integration.Many advanced safety features are now standard.A new Edition 30 package celebrates Infiniti's 30 years in the U.S.
Pros Powerful V8 engine delivers strong acceleration and a high tow rating Commendable handling and braking for a big SUV
Cons Interior technology and design lag behind luxury competition Engine is thirstier than others in the class Optional 22-inch wheels can make for a poor ride
The 2020 Infiniti QX80's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the Infiniti QX80 has a score of 7.1 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 61 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Capable engine Gentle ride Large cargo hold Low starting price
Cons Some low-rent cabin materials Poor gas mileage Outdated tech and safety features