The first Range Rover was officially unveiled on June 17, 1970. It was produced from July 1970 to February 1996, undergoing continuous technological development. Its permanent all-wheel drive, coil spring suspension, and 3.5-liter V8 engine revolutionized the off-road vehicle market. It was initially designed as a three-door vehicle. The Range Rover was already considered a model for several other luxury off-road vehicles in the 1970s.