2006 Land Rover Range Rover Preview

Inside, the "Fordified" Range Rover remains mostly untouched with its finely-furnished, yacht-style stanchions, and

Inside, the "Fordified" Range Rover remains mostly untouched. (Photo: Land Rover)

commanding driving position intact. The only major changes made are the addition of a rear-mounted reverse camera which projects onto the TFT display on the center console, revised controls for the audio, phone and off-road driving technology, a tire-pressure monitor and new interior colour combinations. Laminated glass also helps to make the '06 Range Rover the quietest Land Rover ever.

A rear-seat entertainment system featuring a six-disc DVD changer, with twin screens mounted in the backs of the front-seat headrests plus headphone jacks, is another option

Ford has significantly improved the world's most luxurious sport utility vehicle. (Photo: Land Rover)

new for 2006, as is a Harman/Kardon Logic 7, 14-speaker, 720-watt audio system.

The new Range Rover will make its world debut at the North American International Auto Show in January alongside its sibling, the Range Rover Sport. The prestigious duo will complete the brand's premium vehicle lineup, and will be available for sale during the summer.

For now, Ford has significantly improved the world's most luxurious sport utility vehicle, but it's only a matter of time before another update is needed. By then, a formidable, Ford-designed product should be ready.