2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Pros

• Out of the six engine options available, two are plug-in hybrids.
• Interior design that is modern and uses technology.
• Easy to see through.
• It looks like the old Range Rover and costs less.

Cons

• It’s not as good as some competition on the road or as fun to drive.
• The ride quality isn’t good enough with 23-inch wheels.
• There isn’t much space inside for small items.
• More expensive than the alternatives.

How does it feel to drive the Range Rover Sport? The Range Rover Sport comes with a base six-cylinder engine, two plug-in hybrids, and two powerful turbocharged V8 engines. The P400 in our test car is in the middle of the range and has 395 horsepower. It took 5.8 seconds to go from 0 to 60 mph on the Invoice Pricing’s test track, which is fine for a high-end SUV. It may feel like the car is moving slowly when you press the gas quickly unless you are in the fast Dynamic drive mode. Besides that, the engine feels strong at high RPMs, and the power is delivered smoothly.

No matter what its name says, the Range Rover Sport is not a very fast car. The stability control system takes over when the speed is low, and the car loses its grip. The Range Rover Sport leans in turns and dives a little when you hit the brakes. This is because the suspension is set to a moderate level. More than that, the Range Rover seems less straight to drive than its rivals. On the plus side, Land Rover’s reliable all-wheel-drive system makes it more capable, and the air suspension can be raised for better off-road clearance.

What level of comfort does the Range Rover Sport provide? We thought that anything with the Range Rover name would be comfortable, but the new Range Rover Sport doesn’t live up to our hopes. Of course, it’s not difficult. The support and padding in both rows of seats are pretty good. It is suggested that people in both rows change the angle of their back seats. Also, it is usually very quiet inside, with only a little road and wind noise.

But the ease of the ride isn’t good enough. The Range Rover Sport’s air suspension would smooth out most of the rough spots on the road. It didn’t. You can still feel more of the road than we would expect in a high-end SUV, even though bumps and holes won’t rattle your teeth. The massive 23-inch wheels on our test car are undoubtedly at fault. Standard 21-inch wheels are what you should get because the sidewalls are higher. The temperature control system is another letdown. The air conditioner turns off when the engine’s stop-start feature is used at a stoplight, and the fans are loud, even though the settings are easy to understand.

How is the inside? The Range Rover Sport’s screen is large and positioned low enough to avoid obstructing your view through the window. It is clear that the quality is good, but it is not as fast as its competitors. The climate settings have been taken out of the infotainment system, which is a good thing, even though the interface is now all touchscreen. You can turn, push, or pull on two buttons to change the fan speed or temperature and turn on the heated seats.

Both rows of seats are roomy, and the Sport’s adjustable air suspension makes getting in and out of the car simple. The upright windows and relatively thin roof pillars make it easy to see in all directions, and the driving position is authoritative and straight. Our test car didn’t come with a heated windshield as standard. It works well in cold weather, but some drivers said the little heating parts got in the way of their attention.

How does the tech work? Standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay make it easy to connect your devices. Each has a wireless charging pad, a few USB-C and USB-A ports spread out across both rows and a wireless connection. The Range Rover Sport’s GPS system is also easy to use, which we like. However, the speech commands aren’t as useful or good at understanding natural language as those in other high-end SUVs, which is a bad thing.

A surround-view camera system, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot warning are just a few of the driving aids that come standard with the Range Rover Sport. The systems work well; they gently stop while keeping the distance between them tight. Also, we didn’t see any mistakes or extra stopping from the emergency devices.

How are things with the storage? Behind the second row, the Range Rover Sport can hold 31.9 cubic feet of stuff. The room is increased to 53.0 cubic feet when the 40/20/40-split folding rear seats are taken out. The back seats of cars like Mercedes and BMW are bigger, so these numbers are about average for the class. We love that the hatch has a button that lets us lower the air suspension. This facilitates the loading and unloading of goods. To lift or fold the chairs, all you have to do is press a button. No need to look for manual release handles.

It’s not as good in the front. The center console is deep, but the small hole in it makes it hard to store things. Also, the biggest bin is below the slide cupholders, so you can’t get to it without taking the drinks out. The plan is bad. A car seat should be easy to put in and correct. With air suspension and easy access to the back anchors, everything is easier to get to.

How much fuel does it use? The Range Rover Sport gets between 18 and 22 mpg on average, depending on the engine you choose. Plug-in hybrid powertrains do not count. Our SE Dynamic’s P400 inline-six engine should get 22 mpg on the highway. This is about the average for the class. Most of the cars we tested met or beat their EPA combined estimates, so the 20.2 mpg we got on our mixed-driving test route was disappointing.

How much does a Range Rover Sport cost? Today, the Range Rover Sport is one of the most expensive SUVs on the market. However, you should be ready to pay that much for luxury. The interior looks and feels better than most competitors, thanks to its clean lines and use of high-quality materials for the center panel, doors, and dash trim. The leather seats are beautiful, and nothing you touch feels cheap. Land Rover, on the other hand, costs more for the Range Rover Sport than Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and other brands. The prices aren’t affordable, even though the features are a lot like those of the competition.

Land Rover backs up its basic warranty with a guarantee that lasts for four years or 50,000 miles. The Sport won’t rust for six years or as many miles as you drive it. You also get roadside help for four years or 50,000 miles. Some companies offer a few free planned service visits, but this is normal.

There has never been a Range Rover Sport that looks and feels more like the full-size Range Rover than this one does. The outside and inside styles aren’t as flashy as those of other companies, but they’re still interesting. Instead of having a big maw-shaped grille that stands out, it is neat and closed. Overall, the Range Rover Sport has the high-end feel we’ve come to expect, but the fact that there are more Range Rovers on the market takes away from the appeal and rarity.

Driving, on the other hand, isn’t very fun, which takes away from its draw. The Range Rover Sport is one of the most comfortable off-road cars you can buy, but driving in the city is less fun because the suspension is too soft and the controls aren’t very responsive. The Sport is a nice cruiser, but it’s not as exciting to drive every day as some of its rivals.

As of this writing, we haven’t had a chance to test the new P460e plug-in hybrid, but its features make it a Range Rover Sport option that you might want to think about. We do suggest, though, that you use the base P360 SE as is. It has almost the same features as the P400 Dynamic SE, which costs about $7,000 more. However, Land Rover says that the speed difference is only 5.7 seconds, not 5.2 seconds. The word “Dynamic” in the name of the P400 only refers to the changes it has made to look better. Most of the tools found in higher trim levels can be turned off on the P360 SE.