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#31
03-13-2021, 09:29 PM
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It would be good to know because one of the big reasons I'm finally leaving my Audi leasing behind is that it doesn't have remote start. I keep going down this 'build' configurator path with the Defender and choosing the wifi enabled data plan, my assumption is that incontrol will just work with my iphone to remote start this vehicle but it sure would be nice if someone in the USA can confirm that. It really is a dealbreaker for me if this for some reason isn't working.
#32
03-14-2021, 06:29 AM
Rock Crawling
Depending on your vehicle specifications and market, the InControl Remote Smartphone App will provide you with the ability to pre-condition your vehicle either via the Engine Start function.
If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, the engine will be used to pre-condition the vehicle. You can select a target temperature and will then be able to remotely start the engine by pressing the ""Engine Start"" button and entering your InControl PIN on the Remote Climate screen of the InControl Remote Smartphone app.
Last edited by Chief65; 03-14-2021 at 06:33 AM.
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#33
03-14-2021, 07:37 AM
Hmm, interesting, I wasn't planning to option in the activity key but if it's the only way and / or the easiest way I may be forced into it. Something is mentioned on the Land Rover web site under InControl 'Remote Climate' (blurb shown below) but I haven't seen anyone in the US demo this feature yet. Like this morning it's well below freezing where I live, if I have a new defender in the driveway with the cold weather pack on it I want to start the vehicle from inside the house so when I get in it isn't an icebox like the Audi is. Also would expect to be able to turn on the heated windshield from the house too, but I'll settle for remote start at least to warm the interior.
Depending on your vehicle specifications and market, the InControl Remote Smartphone App will provide you with the ability to pre-condition your vehicle either via the Engine Start function.
If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, the engine will be used to pre-condition the vehicle. You can select a target temperature and will then be able to remotely start the engine by pressing the ""Engine Start"" button and entering your InControl PIN on the Remote Climate screen of the InControl Remote Smartphone app.
Depending on your vehicle specifications and market, the InControl Remote Smartphone App will provide you with the ability to pre-condition your vehicle either via the Engine Start function.
If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, the engine will be used to pre-condition the vehicle. You can select a target temperature and will then be able to remotely start the engine by pressing the ""Engine Start"" button and entering your InControl PIN on the Remote Climate screen of the InControl Remote Smartphone app.
FWIW, I have the Activity Key as part of my order, but I believe that it only works within the same range as a keyfob in your pocket. Not much of an option for 'remote' starting as you'd have to be pretty close to the vehicle.
#34
03-14-2021, 08:29 AM
Rock Crawling
Somewhere in the vast amount of information I've watched/read about the Defender over the past year of waiting, I remember hearing that the 'Remote Climate' options for InControl were certainly not available for the US. The powerfuluk guys have commented on it a few times (for their UK-marked D110) but I don't think that's where I originally saw the info. I think the best we get is Remote Start via the InControl app.
FWIW, I have the Activity Key as part of my order, but I believe that it only works within the same range as a keyfob in your pocket. Not much of an option for 'remote' starting as you'd have to be pretty close to the vehicle.
FWIW, I have the Activity Key as part of my order, but I believe that it only works within the same range as a keyfob in your pocket. Not much of an option for 'remote' starting as you'd have to be pretty close to the vehicle.
#35
03-14-2021, 01:21 PM
Just saw and drove the D90 at my local dealership. The 90 feels perfect! I always felt that the 110 just felt too big. Plus the back seats are very spacious. I sat back there with the front seat all the way back and had plenty of room (5'8"). Big rear windows make it feel even bigger.
I'm trying to keep my build as basic as possible and have spec'd as followed:
Pangea Green
18" Style 5093, Gloss White, Steel
Off-Road Tires
White contrast Roof
Folding Fabric Roof (played with this in person - opens about 25% more then the glass roof!)
Khaki Grained Leather and Robust Woven Textile Seat Facings with Ebony Interior
12-way Heated Semi-powered Front Seats
Meridian™ Sound System
What do you guys think? I'm on the fence about the off-road pack. I don't plan to do much off-roading but plan to drive on the beach and may try some off-roading if I have the chance. Plus, we get a decent amount of snow in the NE. How necessary do you think the active diff is for my use?
Also, I remember seeing early on in the configurator a way to delete the center console. Anyone know anything about that? Is it still an option?
I'm trying to keep my build as basic as possible and have spec'd as followed:
Pangea Green
18" Style 5093, Gloss White, Steel
Off-Road Tires
White contrast Roof
Folding Fabric Roof (played with this in person - opens about 25% more then the glass roof!)
Khaki Grained Leather and Robust Woven Textile Seat Facings with Ebony Interior
12-way Heated Semi-powered Front Seats
Meridian™ Sound System
What do you guys think? I'm on the fence about the off-road pack. I don't plan to do much off-roading but plan to drive on the beach and may try some off-roading if I have the chance. Plus, we get a decent amount of snow in the NE. How necessary do you think the active diff is for my use?
Also, I remember seeing early on in the configurator a way to delete the center console. Anyone know anything about that? Is it still an option?
#36
03-14-2021, 02:36 PM
It would be good to know because one of the big reasons I'm finally leaving my Audi leasing behind is that it doesn't have remote start. I keep going down this 'build' configurator path with the Defender and choosing the wifi enabled data plan, my assumption is that incontrol will just work with my iphone to remote start this vehicle but it sure would be nice if someone in the USA can confirm that. It really is a dealbreaker for me if this for some reason isn't working.
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#37
03-14-2021, 09:06 PM
Overlanding
this is how the LR remote app functions with my 2019 discovery (can adjust interior temp from afar, check mileage/fuel level, track journeys, fold/unfold rear seats). and my older model activity key 1.0 is useful for me because i don't have to keep my entire set of house & car keys with me when i'm out for a trail run, bike ride, or at a theme park. it does require me to touch it to the tailgate for the car to lock/unlock, however.
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Chief65 (03-15-2021)
#38
03-27-2021, 01:17 PM
#39
03-27-2021, 02:08 PM
My original delivery was scheduled for 4/9 and now I’m wishing they hadn’t told me it was coming early! The excitement is driving me bonkers 🤣
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#40
03-27-2021, 05:07 PM
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