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Today we’re proud to announce the new Rover 75 range of vehicles in this,
Rover’s 100th anniversary year. Indeed, this century of experience in design and
engineering is embodied in the new Rover 75 range.
Perhaps our biggest problem, only too rarely faced in today’s automotive
world, was that of how to improve upon a vehicle that met with universal acclaim
at launch, and one which has continued to sell well in Australia. In keeping
with the Rover essence, we’ve only evolved and enhanced those things able not to
jeopardise the integrity of the original design.
The most noticeable changes have been wrought to the exterior of the car,
with all-new, sharper-edged front and rear design. In particular, the front of
the car features a larger and more prominent radiator grille, complemented by a
new headlamp arrangement and design that features as standard fitment halogen
projector units.
Inside, we’ve re-profiled the seat cushions and squabs, resulting not only in
better accommodation but also in improved rear passenger entry and egress, as
well as improved foot and knee clearance.
Following the theme of evolution and enhancement, other interior changes
include revised instrument design, and a new “Light Oak” interior theme across
the range (with the exception of the flagship Connoisseur model, retaining its
traditional Burr Walnut finish).
Security has also been uprated, with locking wheel bolts, remote control boot
release and superlocking for all four doors available as standard fitment across
the range.
Engineering changes include revised, more responsive steering geometry,
implemented so as to deliver an even better driving experience. This has been
achieved by installing the same steering ration to that of the Rover’s sporting
cousin, the MG ZT.
The biggest news in this area is the introduction of a diesel engine to the
Rover 75 range. (See separate press release)
Michel De Vriendt, Managing Director of Motor Group Australia said “We’re
extremely pleased to present these enhancements of the Rover range to the
Australian public. Not only have they augmented and underpinned an extremely
elegant car; they have carefully retained the “Roverness” of each vehicle in the
range. I’m particularly excited to be able to offer a diesel engine choice of
this calibre to the Australian market.
Representing the latest in engine technology, this DOHC 4-cylinder
intercooled turbocharged common rail diesel develops 96kW with an amazing 300Nm
of torque at only 1900rpm, making it the most powerful diesel sedan currently
available in Australia for less than $65,000. In addition to these remarkable
figures, the Rover 75 Diesel is capable of less than 5.0 litres per 100km in the
country driving cycle”
The new Rover 75 range also sees the option (later in 2004) of specifying an
engine choice very dear to the Australian market, and one that is no stranger to
Rover – a V8 engine. The 4.6 litre V8 engine also represents a change to the
Rover 75, in that power is fed through the rear wheels. With other changes to
the interior and exterior – most notably an especially designed radiator grille
– the Rover 75 V8 is the pinnacle of the new range, delivering on over 100 years
of automotive tradition and delight, and proving emphatically once more that the
Rover 75 really is a car in a class of its own.
Model Range
Rover 75 Classic from $49,990
Standard features include:
Adaptive 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC)
Front, Side & Roof Airbags
Seatbelt Pretensioners for all
seating positions
16” Alloy Wheels
Light Oak Interior
ABS
Cruise
Control
Power Windows and Mirrors
Remote Central Locking
CD Player
Rover 75 Cdti Diesel from $53,990
Standard features (in addition to those on Classic) include:
Full Leather
Interior
Trip Computer
Rover 75 Club from $59,990
Standard features (in addition to those on Classic) include:
Full Leather Interior
Power Adjust Seats with Memory Settings
Electric
Sunroof
MP3-compatible Sound System
CD Stacker
Rover 75 Connoisseur from $69,990
Standard features (in addition to Club) include:
Rear Parking
Sensors
Chrome Door Mirrors
Front Fog Lamps
Wood Trim Steering
Wheel
Wood Trim Gear Knob
Unique Burr Walnut Dashboard and
Console
Satellite Navigation & Colour Television
Heated Front
Seats
Electric Rear Sunblind
Front Fog Lamps
Chrome Exterior
Mirrors
17” Alloy Wheels
Prices Exclude Metallic Paint, Dealer and Statutory Charges
Retail Launch: - August 2004
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