- April 2018 is the best ever US April sales month for Jaguar Land Rover, and the best ever April sales month for the Land Rover brand
- Updated 2018 MY Range Rover and Range Rover Sport continue to lead the Land Rover sales
- New SUV products including Land Rover Discovery, Jaguar E‑PACE, and the Range Rover Velar help push sales increases for the month
(MAHWAH, NJ) – May 1, 2018 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC today reported April 2018 US sales: Land Rover reached a new April sales high of 6,448 units, an increase of 24 percent from 5,211 in April 2017; Jaguar sales were 2,019 units, a 37 percent decrease from 3,230 units in April 2017. Jaguar Land Rover April US sales for both brands hit 8,467 units, a slight increase from the previous 8,441 units in April 2017.
“We are proud to have achieved our best April sales month ever for Jaguar Land Rover,” said Joe Eberhardt, President and CEO, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. “Celebrating World Land Rover Day yesterday was the perfect way to bookend the month as the brand has demonstrated its popularity in the US market driven by sales of the Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar, this year’s 2018 World Car Design of the Year.”
For the full year 2017, Jaguar Land Rover US sales reached 114,333 units, up nine percent compared to 105,104 units in 2016, and establishing a new all‑time US sales record for the combined brands.
US MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
Land Rover
For the month of April, Land Rover reached a new April sales high of 6,448 units, an increase of 24 percent from 5,211 in April 2017 (the previous best April sales month was 5,311 units in 2015).
Range Rover hit 1,650 units, a best ever Range Rover April sales month, up 15 percent versus April 2017. With the sales of 1,915 units, Range Rover Sport topped the monthly sales among Jaguar Land Rover in April, a seven percent increase from April 2017.
The 2017/2018 Land Rover model line‑up features six models: The 2017 Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque compete within the compact SUV segment and are both powered by a 240‑hp turbocharged 2.0‑liter gasoline engine. The full‑size 2017 Land Rover Discovery offers seating for up to seven adults and exceptional levels of refinement, passenger technology, and driver assistance features. The all‑new 2018 Range Rover Velar mid‑size SUV previews a new design language for the Range Rover family, including new LED headlights and the all‑new Land Rover InControl® Touch Pro™ Duo infotainment system5. The new model starts at $49,9001. The Range Rover and Range Rover Sport model lines where expanded for 2017 each with a new model. Replacing the limited edition HST model in the Range Rover Sport line‑up, the Range Rover Sport HSE Dynamic features a 380‑hp supercharged V6 engine, dynamic body trim appointments and black trim finishes. Within the full‑size Range Rover line‑up, Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations introduced the SVAutobiography Dynamic. Based off of the long wheelbase SVAutobiography, the SVAutobiography Dynamic offers a driver focused experience through a standard wheelbase, suspension and chassis tuning and a lowered ride height. Both the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport model lines feature five powertrain options – a 340‑hp supercharged V6, a 380‑hp supercharged V6, a 510‑hp supercharged V8, a 550‑hp supercharged V8 and a new 254‑hp turbocharged 3.0‑liter V6 diesel.
Jaguar
For the month of April, Jaguar sales were 2,019 units, a 37 percent decrease from 3,230 units in April 2017.
The award winning Jaguar F‑PACE continued to lead the brand performance with 1,059 units sold. The Jaguar E‑PACE celebrated its best sales month since its launch in January.
The newest member of the Jaguar family of SUVs, the E‑PACE, is a five‑seat compact SUV which packs the design and performance of a Jaguar sports car into a practical and connected all‑wheel drive vehicle. The E‑PACE follows the World Car of the Year‑winning F‑PACE performance SUV and the brand’s first all‑electric SUV, the Jaguar I‑PACE. Featuring two four‑cylinder Ingenium gasoline engine options producing 246HP and 296HP, each mated to a ZF® 9‑speed automatic transmission, the E‑PACE is priced from $38,6001.
Competitively priced within their respective segments, the 2017 Jaguar XE compact luxury sedan and the 2017 Jaguar F‑PACE luxury SUV appeal to an all‑new segment of buyers for the Jaguar brand. For the 2017 model year, the XE is available with two gasoline engines, a 240‑hp turbocharged four‑cylinder and a 340‑hp supercharged V6. The F‑PACE is available with the same 340‑hp supercharged V6, as well as a 380‑hp supercharged V6 in the ‘S’ model. Both vehicles are available with a 180‑hp turbocharged diesel engine, which returns 42mpg highway2 on Jaguar XE models and 33mpg highway2 on F‑PACE models.
The Jaguar XF is similarly offered with three available powertrains, two supercharged V6 powertrains producing 340‑ and 380‑hp and a 180‑hp turbocharged four‑cylinder diesel offering an EPA certified 42mpg highway2.The 2017 Jaguar XJ retains its position within the Jaguar line‑up as the pinnacle in luxury for the brand. It continues to be available with three powertrain options – a 340‑hp supercharged V6, a 470‑hp supercharged V8 and a 550‑hp supercharged V8 – is offered in both standard and long wheelbase lengths in both rear‑ and all‑wheel drive configurations. For 2017, the Jaguar F‑TYPE offers buyers with an all‑new derivative in the F‑TYPE SVR. Powered by the brand’s proven supercharged V8 engine, the F‑TYPE SVR has been further enhanced to offer 575‑hp and 516‑lb. ft. of torque enabling a top speed of 200mph4 and a 0‑60mph time of 3.5 seconds4.
All new Jaguar models come standard with Jaguar EliteCare, a class‑leading ownership package, including five‑years or 60,000‑mile limited warranty, complimentary scheduled maintenance coverage, roadside assistance and Jaguar InControl® Remote & Protect™3.
1 All prices shown are Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Excludes $995 destination/handling charge, tax, title, license, and retailer fees, all due at signing, and optional equipment. Retailer price, terms and vehicle availability may vary. See your local authorized Jaguar or Land Rover Retailer for details.
2 EPA estimates the diesel powertrain on the F‑PACE will offer 26mpg city/ 33mpg highway. EPA estimates the diesel powertrain on the XE will offer 32mpg city/ 42mpg highway. EPA estimates 31mpg city/ 42mpg highway for the diesel XF. Actual mileage may vary.
3 Class is cars sold by luxury automobile brands and claim is based on total package of warranty, maintenance and other coverage programs. For complete details regarding Jaguar EliteCare coverage, please visit JAGUARUSA.COM, call 1.800.4.JAGUAR or visit your local Jaguar Retailer.
4 F‑TYPE SVR Coupe top speed is 200mph. F‑TYPE SVR Convertible top speed is 195mph. Always follow local speed limits.
5 Do not use Land Rover InControl® features under conditions that will affect your safety or the safety of others. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control.