Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Inside, the Range Rover Sport comes with an expensive-looking interior design. The base variant is already premium enough with electric Ultrafabrics seats that provide excellent cushioning, consequently giving all passengers top-notch ergonomics. The mid variant comes with semi-aniline leather seats, while the top-of-the-line has ‘Body and Soul’ seats for elevated comfort. The Dynamic SE and SV variants have a two-zone climate control system, while the Autobiography has the four-zone version, ensuring that everyone on board is relaxed and cool. 

Drivers of all variants have access to a high-tech interactive driver display and a multi-function steering wheel that is good-to-the-touch. Meanwhile, owners of higher trims also have a head-up display.  

For quality entertainment and information accessibility, the Range Rover Sport line comes with a 13.1-inch touchscreen infotainment display that is Pivi Pro-connected and offers Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity and streaming, voice control, AM/FM radio, and a wireless device charging. The base variant has the basic Meridian Sound system, while the Autobiography variant has the 3D Surround Sound version. Meanwhile, the top variant has the premium Signature Sound version.

However, its rear space could still be improved moving forward as it limits the driver’s road visibility and is unable to comfortably accommodate three tall and large passengers in the second row.

The Range Rover Sport is engineered to be a lighter and more agile version of the Range Rover, its bigger sibling. It features a muscular boxy-like architecture that is truly a head-turner on the road. At the front, it has an assertive sporty facade that is enhanced by automatic headlights with an auto leveling feature. On the sides, it has sharp black accents that further emphasize its motorsport-like silhouette. For a more premium two-tone sporty look, the higher trims come with a black contrast roof. Meanwhile, at the back, this line comes with LED tail lights and integrated quad tailpipes for the SV variant, while integrated twin tailpipes for the mid and base variants. The higher trims also flex their SV and Autobiography badges to let drivers behind know they mean business. 

The base variant runs on 21-inch Style 5126 satin dark grey wheels, while the mid variant runs on 22-inch Style 5127 diamond turned with satin dark grey contrast wheels. Meanwhile, the top-of-the-line runs on 22-inch Style 1083 diamond turned wheels with satin dark grey contrast.

In terms of dimensions, all variants are 2,209 mm in width (with mirrors out). The lower trims are 4,946 mm in length, 1,820 mm in height, and 2,997 mm in wheelbase. On the other hand, the top-of-the-line is 4,970 mm in length, 1,810 mm in height, and 2,998 mm in wheelbase.

One of the main reasons why the Range Rover Sport effortlessly absorbs bumps and other road imperfections is its ‘Dynamic Air Suspension.’ Thanks to this suspension system, you will be able to have excellent road handling and maneuvering inside this luxury performance SUV. This vehicle is also very stable and adaptable on different kinds of roads, consequently ensuring that all passengers avoid annoying body rolls and motion sickness. Hence, this vehicle perfectly balances performance and luxurious comfort. 

The Range Rover Sport offers two powertrain options. First the plug-in hybrid variants, Dynamic SE and LWB Autobiography, are powered by a combination of a 3.0L, 6-cylinder, Ingenium Turbocharged Petrol Engine that has a maximum power output of 460 PS and a maximum torque of 660 Nm, and a 160kW motor. Its electric motor has a real world range of 92 km and a rapid charging time (50kW) of 0% to 80% in just 40 minutes.

Second, the top variant, SV, is powered by a 4.4L, 8-cylinder, Turbocharged Petrol MHEV (mild hybrid electric vehicle) Engine that has a maximum power output of 635 PS and a maximum torque of 750 Nm. All variants run on 8-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel drivetrain.

According to Land Rover, the Range Rover Sport SV is the “most powerful Range Rover ever.” Being the best-performing Range Rover on the road, it passes through free-flowing highways at high speeds with ease. That said, the Range Rover Sport line definitely offers an exhilarating cruising experience with immense power delivery and exceptional throttle response. Fuel costs aside, this is also a very enjoyable daily vehicle in the city.   

The Range Rover Sport line is equipped with a long list of state-of-the-art driver assistance systems. This includes adaptive cruise control with steering assist, emergency braking, park assist, rear traffic monitor, blind spot assist, driver condition response, front and rear parking aids, occupant protection assist, rear collision monitor, lane keep assist, a 3D surround camera, and the brand’s ‘All Terrain Progress Control’ (ATPC) to name a few. It also comes with other standard and advanced safety and security features.

In terms of braking, this SUV utilizes ventilated disc brakes both at the front and rear. Its braking setup is protected by an anti-lock braking system, electronic brakeforce distribution, cornering brake control, hill descent control, and an emergency brake assist.

The Range Rover Sport is perfect for wealthy consumers who are looking for a daily vehicle that delivers an impressive road performance and, at the same time, improves the wellbeing of all passengers on board. Its cutting-edge technology and driver assistance systems truly make it worth every peso.