Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Overview: Is the Range Rover Sport a Good SUV?

The midsize Land Rover Range Rover Sport (or Range Rover Sport) blends on-road refinement with legitimate off-road capabilities. Offered exclusively in four-door SUV body styles, the Sport provides room for five passengers with a choice of powertrains (the second generation was available with a third row). New Range Rover Sports include a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model, bringing 31 miles of electric range (via an EV mode). Land Rover's luxurious and capable Sport makes for a compelling used SUV value, though maintenance costs can run high. Used Range Rover Sport prices vary significantly, depending on age, condition, mileage, and equipment.

Note: Equipment, features, and trims can vary by model year. Always confirm these details when looking for used Land Rover Range Rover Sport cars for sale.

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Key Features

The Range Rover Sport offers:

• Five-door SUV body style
• Turbocharged I6 and V8 gasoline engines
• Range Rover Sport Hybrid variations (mild hybrid and plug-in/PHEV variants)
• Automatic transmission
• Full-time four-wheel drive

Trims

Range Rover Sport trims include the well-equipped base (SE) model alongside the HSE, HSE Dynamic Black, Autobiography, and First Edition grades, although the name badges can change from year to year.

Comfort, Technology & Cargo

While the Range Rover Sport is built for travel beyond the pavement, comfort and convenience underscores the very nature of this luxury SUV. Passengers are well isolated from noise and harshness. In addition, available upgrades like massaging seats, rear seat entertainment, a Meridian audio system, and the latest-generation Pivi Pro infotainment maintain first-class accommodations. Cargo space is generous and accessible thanks to folding rear seats and a liftgate.

How It Drives

Even the base turbocharged Sport supplies rapid acceleration, while the supercharged V8 provides blistering performance akin to a top-end Porsche Cayenne. In short, this is a fun SUV to drive, especially when cornering or canyon carving.

Safety

The Range Rover Sport has not been evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Reviews

The first-generation Sport was rated 4.5 (out of 5.0) by owners via Kelley Blue Book. Consumers gave this Range Rover bonus points for comfort, performance, and styling. The second-gen dipped to 4.1, with reliability, quality, and value not being as highly rated. There’s no word yet on the third generation.

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FAQs

Which country buys the most Range Rovers?

The United States and China vie for the title of largest markets for Range Rover SUVs. In 2021, Land Rover, part of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), sold over 18,000 Range Rovers in the USA.

Is a Range Rover expensive to maintain?

Yes, maintenance and repair costs for Range Rovers tend to be higher than most vehicles. Budgeting for periodic repairs is wise for any Land Rover product. Always follow factory service recommendations.

How long do Range Rover cars last?

Properly maintained, Range Rovers often exceed 100,000 miles. The engines and drivetrain are very durable, but electronics and air suspension can prove problematic in older examples, impacting longevity.

Range Rover vs Range Rover Sport: What’s the difference?

The standard Range Rover has a longer wheelbase, more interior room, and luxury appointments. The athletic Range Rover Sport provides slightly smaller packaging on a more dynamic chassis tuned for agility over outright comfort. Other models in the lineup include the Range Rover Velar and Evoque. Sister vehicles include the Land Rover Defender and the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

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