Land Rover to Debut 9-Speed Transmission at Geneva Motor Show
At the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, Land Rover will debut the world’s first nine-speed automatic transmission, developed in partnership with ZF, a world leader in transmission technology.
Called the ZF 9HP, the world’s first nine-speed automatic for a passenger car is specifically designed for transverse applications and will be one of the most efficient and technically advanced transmissions ever used in a production vehicle. Leading the way in technological advancements on the 9HP is a skip-shift function that allows for much faster downshifting under rapid deceleration.
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Not only will the vehicles benefit from the ninth gear in terms of fuel efficiency, the lower engine revs will also improve comfort and reduce engine noise when cruising at high speeds. Even more impressive is that the 9HP is less than 0.24 inches longer while weighing 16.5 pounds less than the outgoing six-speed transmission.
“We are extremely excited about the 9HP which has been tailored exactly to dovetail with the unique attributes of our vehicles. It will add another layer of performance, refinement and efficiency, further enhancing Land Rover’s world class abilities,” said John Edwards, Land Rover Global Brand Director.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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