2028 Range Rover to receive subtle mid-cycle facelift

Land Rover is preparing a subtle mid-cycle facelift for the fifth-generation Range Rover, expected for the 2028 model year.

Latest spy photos show a heavily camouflaged prototype and confirm minor exterior changes rather than a new generation.

The camouflage leaves the roof, pillars and mirror casings exposed, indicating those panels carry over; the overall profile appears unchanged, though new wheel options are likely.

The prototype lacks the usual black front cladding, revealing the bumper and grille. The grille mesh appears revised with denser horizontal slats; headlamps look unchanged but the daytime running light signature appears updated.

Doors, windows and the main body panels are unchanged. The Range Rover retains vertical taillights, which are expected to be restyled along with the rear bumper and a discreet diffuser.

The interior has not been photographed. Reports say Land Rover may adopt a curved infotainment screen; the digital cluster, steering wheel, trim and upholstery could also see updates.

Powertrains are expected to carry over largely unchanged. The range should still include the BMW-sourced 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with mild-hybrid assistance producing up to 607 hp, 3.0-liter inline-six petrol engines including plug-in hybrids, and an inline-six diesel for Europe.

Some sources indicate subtle chassis tuning to improve ride comfort, aimed at refining the Range Rover's position between premium full-size rivals and ultra-luxury competitors.

Land Rover has not confirmed timings; the facelift may debut within months and could reach North American showrooms as a 2028 model-year update, though launch details remain unconfirmed.

The fifth-generation Range Rover (L460) entered production in 2022 and is assembled at Solihull and in India. Gerry McGovern is credited as the Range Rover's lead designer.