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Basic Specs
| Base Price | $60,045 |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 5487 |
| City (MPG) | 14.3 |
| Hwy (MPG) | 26.8 |
| Horsepower | 375@6500 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 510@3500 |
| Wheelbase | 108.0 |
| Length (in.) | 188.3 |
| Width (in.) | 85.0 |
| Height (in.) | 70.2 |
The Range Rover Sport might sound like a souped-up version of Land Rover's flagship SUV, but it's actually something entirely different. While it shares the Range Rover nameplate, it is actually smaller and less expensive.
First introduced as a 2006 model, the Range Rover Sport shares a platform with the Land Rover LR4. The truck's exterior has been designed to look very similar to the larger Range Rover, albeit with a slightly more athletic flair. With seating for five occupants, the Sport slots below the LR4 in terms of size, despite being pricier.
The Range Rover Sport recently received a mid-cycle update that included new LED headlamps along with a new two-bar grille, revised front bumpers and widened fenders. At the rear, new light clusters and a revised bumper design mirror the smoother front-end. The interior was also redesigned, and now boasts higher quality materials, soft-touch finishes and better craftsmanship.
Powertrain Lineup,
The SUV also benefited from two potent new V8 motors as part of the recent refresh. The entry-level offering is a 5.0-liter V8 with 375 horsepower and 375 lb-ft of torque, while an optional supercharged version serves up 510 horsepower and 461 lb-ft of twist. The naturally aspirated vehicle can hit 60 mph in 7.2 seconds, while the supercharged variant takes just 5.9 seconds. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
Fuel economy is rated at 13/18 mpg and 12/17 for the naturally-aspirated and supercharged motors, respectively.
Mechanical Upgrades
The Terrain Response system boasts a series of improvements. For the uninitiated, Terrain Response allows the driver to easily shift the vehicle’s four-wheel drive system on the fly into one of several settings to match almost any terrain. The system electronically calibrates the throttle and stability control and also sends torque to the front or rear wheels as needed to allow the vehicle to make its way through mud, sand, gravel and snow.
The upgrades to the system are highlighted by improved performance when tackling challenging terrain like sand or large rocks. For soft sand conditions, a "sand launch control" mode makes for noticeably easier drive-away. New, speed-dependent wheel-slip targets for the traction control system permit only very limited initial wheel-slip, helping to prevent the wheels digging down into the sand. The system also has an improved rock crawl program for better control while traversing boulders or driving through rocky terrain.
For the latest model year, supercharged models gain standard red Brembo brake calipers and a new five-spoke silver alloy wheel design. Sport buyers can still opt for black calipers if they so choose, however.
Standard and Optional Features
The Range Rover Sport is offered in two trims with the natural-aspirated V8 (HSE, HSE Lux) and two trims with the supercharged V8 (Supercharged and Autobiography).
The HSE comes with a bevy of standard kit, including leather upholstery, genuine wood trim, an on road/off road navigation with voice recognition, a 240-watt harmon/kardon sound system with USB/iPod input ports and full iPod integration, a rear view camera and a sunroof. To those features, the HSE Lux adds premium leather upholstery with Alcantara center inserts, heated front and rear seats and 20-inch alloy wheels.
Aside from the upgraded engine, the Supercharged brings bright noble finish on the front grille and side vents, rear exhaust extensions, SIRIUS satellite radio and contrast stitching on seats, door panels and center console. The range-topping Autobiography comes with a titan mesh grill, a unique body kit, extended interior leather, a premium audio system with HD digital radio and a Vision Assist Package, which includes a surround camera system, automatic high beam assist and automatic front lights.
All models are newly available with an optional towing package that includes a hitch receiver, full wiring and an electronically variable rear differential lock.
Occupant Safety
Six airbags are provided, including two in front triggered by a longitudinal impact, two seat-mounted for front occupant thorax protection in a side impact, and two side curtains that deploy from the ceiling for the head protection of all outboard occupants. Other standard safety gear includes traction and stability control systems and brake assist.
Key Competitors
In terms of space, pace and style, the Range Rover Sport competes against the BMW X5, the Audi Q7 and the Infiniti FX50.
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- General
- Body Style: SUV
- Size: Midsize
- Market Segment: Luxury
- Weight: 5487 lbs
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- Exterior
- Length: 188.3 in.
- Width: 85.0 in.
- Height: 70.2 in.
- Wheelbase: 108.0 in.
- Ground Clearance: 8.9 in.
- Front Track: 63.2 in.
- Rear Track: 63.5 in.
- Weight Distribution: TBD
- Drag Coefficient: 0.37
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- Interior - General
- Seats: 5
- Passenger Volume: TBD
- Cargo Volume: 33.8 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 71.0 cu. ft.
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- Interior - Front Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 42.4 in.
- Head Room: 39.4 in.
- Shoulder Room: 58.7 in.
- Hip Room: TBD
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- Interior - Second Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 37.6 in.
- Head Room: 38.3 in.
- Shoulder Room: 57.6 in.
- Hip Room: TBD
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- Propulsion
- Fuel Type: Gas
- Engine Type: 5.0L V8
- Power: 375 hp @ 6500 rpm
- Torque: 510 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
- Highway Fuel Economy: 26.8 mpg
- City Fuel Economy: 14.3 mpg
- Forced Induction: None
- Direct Injection: No
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- Chassis
- Layout: All Wheel Drive
- Front Suspension: Double Wishbone
- Rear Suspension: Double Wishbone
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- Wheels
- Front: 19" Aluminum
- Front Tires: 255/50R-19
- Rear: 19" Aluminum
- Rear Tires: 255/50R-19
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- Trailering & Hauling
- Trailer Weight: 7716 lbs
- Payload: 1067-1301
- Tongue Weight: 551 lbs
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