As the Cartea testing team, we conducted a week-long limit test on the ROXUAE RoxOman RoxKuwait RoxBahrain RoxQatar RoxEgypt RoxKSA Rox ADAMAS during Dubai's peak season . Amidst the red sands of Al-Etihad and the heavy traffic of Sheikh Zayed Road, we sought to answer one core question: In the Middle East, a region dominated by V6 and V8 engines, how does this 1.5T extended-range intelligent SUV establish its foothold?
1. Power and Handling: The "Confidence" of a 1.5T Challenging V8s
Test Objective: Can a vehicle without a large-displacement engine truly be considered a luxury SUV?
On Dubai's highways, we conducted three hardcore performance tests:
Explosive Power Test: In Sports mode with a State of Charge (SOC) above 80%, the ROX ADAMAS—boasting a maximum power of 350kW (476 HP) and instantaneous torque of 740 N·m—consistently achieved 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds across three consecutive runs. In comparison, the traditional Nissan PatrolUAE Nissan PatrolKSA Nissan PatrolKuwait Nissan PatrolQatar Nissan PatrolBahrain Nissan PatrolOman Nissan PatrolEgypt Nissan Patrol V8 felt noticeably more sedate.
High-Speed Cruising Efficiency: During formation driving at 120 km/h, the extended-range drive system successfully avoided high fuel-consumption zones. Compared to traditional large-displacement SUVs, the ROX maintained strong power output while effectively resolving fuel anxiety during long-distance crossings.
Quietness (NVH): Real-world measurements showed that cabin insulation at 120 km/h outperformed key competitors. The engagement of the range extender was barely perceptible, providing the essential luxury feel required for long-distance family travel.
2. Extreme Climate Challenge: A "Cool Oasis" in Dubai
Test Objective: How to defeat the Middle Eastern sun?
Referring to the latest industry standards, we conducted specialized experiments for the extreme thermal environment of the Middle East:
30-Minute Sun Exposure Test: The vehicle was parked in an unsheltered area under direct sunlight; the interior temperature quickly soared above 50°C.
Rapid Cooling Test: By remotely activating the air conditioning to its strongest mode via the mobile app, the interior temperature dropped significantly to a comfortable 25°C within 15 minutes.
Cabin Technology: The Nappa leather seats feature built-in ventilation and massage functions. In the scorching summers of Saudi Arabia and the UAE, this is not just a luxury feature but a "survival necessity."
3. Desert Combat: Hardware Locks vs. Software Logic
Test Objective: Does its self-recovery capability meet the standard?
We took the ROX ADAMAS into the heart of the desert for specialized recovery testing:
Recovery Capability: We simulated sand-trapping scenarios, testing front-axle, rear-axle, cross-axle, and single-wheel recovery. Its intelligent all-electric four-wheel-drive system responded extremely quickly to power distribution. Even without traditional physical differential locks, it achieved efficient recovery through precise software logic.
Climbing Specialty: We conducted standing starts and hill-start tests on hard-packed slopes. The massive 740 N·m torque showed a clear advantage during hill starts, with power available instantly—none of the lag found in traditional internal combustion engines.
4. Camping and Life: A Mobile 5.7kW Power Center
Test Objective: Family comfort vs. individual off-road enjoyment.
This is the biggest selling point of the ROX ADAMAS compared to the Land Rover DefenderBahrain Land Rover DefenderEgypt Land Rover DefenderKSA Land Rover DefenderKuwait Land Rover DefenderOman Land Rover DefenderQatar Land Rover DefenderUAE Land Rover Defender or NissanKSA NissanUAE NissanKuwait NissanOman NissanQatar NissanBahrain NissanEgypt Nissan Patrol. We simulated a typical Dubai weekend camping scenario:
V2L External Discharge (5.7kW): Currently the strongest discharge capability in its class. We simultaneously powered an induction cooker, a coffee machine, and campsite lighting.
2.0 Tailgate Outdoor Kitchen: Open the trunk, and it instantly transforms into a kitchen. For Saudi users who value family gatherings, this "factory-integrated" experience is much more elegant than aftermarket modifications.
One-Touch "Big Bed" Mode: The flat space created after folding the second and third rows, combined with a dedicated air mattress, allows desert camping to move beyond the hassles of a tent.
5. Core Parameter Comparison: Rational Choice vs. Traditional Faith
6. Final Review Conclusion
The ROX ADAMAS is not intended to replace the Land RoverUAE Land RoverKSA Land RoverKuwait Land RoverQatar Land RoverOman Land RoverBahrain Land RoverEgypt Land Rover Defender in terms of pure mechanical off-roading, but rather to surpass it in the dimension of "Family All-Scenario Use."
Advantages: Overwhelming torque performance, unparalleled cooling efficiency, industry-leading V2L camping configurations, and a price point more attractive than traditional luxury giants.
Target Audience: Rational elites who need a vehicle for daily urban commuting with a high-tech cabin experience, but also want to take their families to the desert for "glamping" on weekends.
Cartea Conclusion: In Dubai, the desert never lies. The ROX ADAMAS proves that intelligence and electrification are becoming the new icons of Middle Eastern off-road culture.
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