Everything you need to know about the Range Rover Sport

The “Sport” bit in its name doesn’t really ring true, because a Range Rover Sport is still a behemoth of a car. But it does look rather more rakish than its conservative (non-Sport) namesake, and is a fair bit sharper to drive as well. Read on to find out more about this very desirable, premium-priced go-anywhere luxury machine.

Martin Pretorius

25 Nov 2021 · 09:09Buying a Car

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In this article:

Who is the Range Rover Sport a good car for?

What is the Range Rover Sport like to drive?

Tech features in the Range Rover Sport

Range Rover Sport prices

Similar cars to the Range Rover Sport

Is the Range Rover Sport a good car?

With a lower starting price and a slightly more dynamic character, the Range Rover Sport combines the brand values of its high-end sibling with wider market appeal. Kept fresh through continuous updates, there may be a new Range Rover Sport on the menu soon, but that doesn’t mean that the current model is in any way outdated.

Who is the Range Rover Sport a good car for?

The Range Rover Sport is a good car for buyers who aspire to the ultimate luxury off-roader, but prefer something sleeker and a bit more youthful – and less expensive than the full-fat Range Rover as well.

Is the Range Rover Sport a good first car?

Not really: It’s a very big car with some serious blind spots, and not even the comprehensive available camera packages can fully mitigate that issue. The Range Rover Sport is also bound to cost a bomb to repair after a parking lot mishap, although it will protect a new driver very well in a collision.

Is the Range Rover Sport a good family car?

It will be excellent for family transport. There’s lots of space for 5 large adults in the cabin, a truly massive luggage compartment, and plenty of nooks and crannies to place smaller items. The Range Rover Sport is also very highly rated for safety, and includes all manner of driver aids to keep your family safe.

Is there a hybrid Range Rover Sport?

The hybrid Range Rover Sport goes by the designation “P400e”, and is available in either “HSE Silver” or “HSE Black” guises. System outputs from the 4-cylinder 2.0-litre turbopetrol/electric powertrain amounts to 297 kW and 640 Nm, giving it a 0 – 100 km/h dash in a claimed 6.3 seconds, as well as up to 51 km all-electric range.

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What’s it like to drive?

Reviewer's opinion

If ever a specific model could be termed the bad boy in the Land Rover family, it has to be the Range Rover Sport. A humorous amalgam of bonkers performance (in its V8 iterations), plush trimmings, surprisingly nimble handling (for its size and weight), and an exaggerated variation of traditional Range Rover styling themes makes it the joker in the pack, which, in itself, sets it apart from its competition. - AutoTrader

Read the full Range Rover Sport SVR review here.

What does it look like?

Exterior

Interior

What is the Range Rover Sport like inside?

Classy, plush and high-tech, the Range Rover Sport employs an elevated seating position, horisontal design elements, and a broad centre console to emphasise the driver’s commanding view of the road. Soft-touch materials abound, and a vast array of customisation options are available ex-factory.

Style

The look inside is understated and discreet, but it’s bristling with tech all round. Touch interfaces and digital displays abound, but the intricate multi-functional console-mounted interface could take some getting used-to.

Tech features

Touch Pro Duo (dual central hi-res touchscreen interfaces)
Meridian audio system
Head-up display
Lane-keeping assist
Blind-spot monitor
Adaptive cruise control
Surround-view cameras
Powered gesture tailgate
Soft-close doors
Heated and cooled seats front and rear
Clear exit monitor for the rear seats
“Park Pro” self-parking abilities

* Some of the listed tech features are part of available option packs or may be ordered as stand-alone items.

Price and specs

Which is the cheapest Range Rover Sport?

The cheapest Range Rover Sport is the entry-trim “SE TDV6” - prices currently start from R 1 469 734 before options.

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How much does it cost?

Range Rover Sport Variant Description	List price before options
SE TDV6	R 1 469 734
HSE TDV6	R 1 634 034
HSE Silver TDV6	R 1 634 034
HST P400	R 1 947 360
HSE Silver P400e	R 1 949 500
HSE Dynamic Black P400e	R 1 988 600
HSE Dynamic Supercharged	R 2 086 762
HSE Dynamic Black Supercharged	R 2 111 262
SVR	R 2 733 662
SVR Carbon Edition	R 2 943 362