Based on the same Jaguar XJ derived underpinnings as the 2013 Range Rover, the new Range Rover Sport will be far more dynamic — and quicker —
than the current model thanks to a huge drop in weight in the underpinnings compared to the current model, which rests on a modified Discover platform, and which weighs about the same as a small planet.
Not exact matches
The next Q5 will weigh some 220 pounds less
than the
current model, and the Q7,
thanks to an aluminum body, should shed 650 pounds.
The 2017 Discovery should also be significantly lighter
than the
current car
thanks to a bonded and riveted aluminium monocoque, as is currently used in the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport
models.
Driving the enhanced Sportage will be an even more refined experience
than the
current model,
thanks to a number of changes designed to minimise noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).
The new A-Class doesn't look longer
than the
current model, but it's expected to be roomier
thanks to the improved packaging of the new MFA platform.
Despite being slightly larger, the 2018 Touareg will weigh significantly less
than the
current model, mainly
thanks to its aluminium - intensive MLB Evo platform, shared with the latest Audi Q7, the Bentley Bentayga and the upcoming 2018 Porsche Cayenne and 2018 Lamborghini Urus.
The car is 16 kg (35 lb) lighter
than the
current model,
thanks to the aluminum hood.
The new Countryman will be larger and more spacious on the inside
than the
current model,
thanks to a 150 mm addition to its length which is likely to be close to 4.25 meters as opposed to close to 4.1 meters for the
current model.
The»13 Avalon isn't any longer
than the
current model, but cargo and interior room are said to grow substantially
thanks to a longer wheebase.