2014 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged: Nobody Does It Better

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The ability to surge forward with relentless acceleration was always lurking underneath my right foot during my time with the Land Rover.

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It's not hyperbole to suggest that the Range Rover Supercharged might be the ultimate winter warrior.

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The Range Rover Supercharged floats across even the most battered cluster of potholes with a calm reminiscent of the eye of a hurricane.

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I had the good fortune of spending time with the Land Rover during a blizzard that dumped 20 centimetres of snow on the city overnight.

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Its blown 5.0-liter V8 engine churns out an incredible 510 horsepower and 461 lb-ft of torque.

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It all starts with the SUV's almost entirely aluminium body and platform.

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Speed is definitely another ace in the 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged's deck.

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The fit and finish of the Range Rover Supercharged's trim was excellent.

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Land Rover has produced a study in contrasts with its flagship SUV.