Range Rover Sport

Range Rover Sport
Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
Chronology
Successor	Range Rover (L460) (for the 7-seater version)

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport, generally known as the Range Rover Sport, is a mid-size luxury SUV produced under their Range Rover marque, by the British car manufacturer Land Rover, later Jaguar Land Rover. The first generation (codename: L320) started production in 2005, and was replaced by the second generation Range Rover Sport (codename: L494) in 2013, which was replaced by the third generation Range Rover Sport (codename: L461) in 2022.

The Range Rover Sport was prefigured by the Range Stormer concept car, and it was introduced at the 2004 North American International Auto Show.

This was a low-slung, short wheelbase, 3-door coupé that was unusually "sporty" in the context of Land Rover's history.^[1] Designed by Richard Woolley, the marque's first complete concept car sported split-folding gullwing doors, one-piece skeletal seats, a "clamshell" bonnet, 22 inch alloys, a 289 km/h (180 mph) top speed, 4WD and a 2,500 kg (5,512 lb) weight. The Range Rover Sport was comparably of much more conservative design featuring five doors and a wheelbase hardly shorter than that of the Range Rover Vogue.

A replica of the Stormer was built by West Coast Customs of Corona, CA for Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, on the occasion of opening West Coast Customs Dubai; the car is currently registered under the Dubai Traffic And Road Authority.

The Range Stormer is now on display at the

, Warwickshire, UK.

First generation (L320; 2005–2013)

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Motor vehicle

First generation
ZF HP28 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	108.1 in (2,745 mm)
Length	2005–2009: 186.5 in (4,737 mm) Since 2009: 188.3 in (4,783 mm)
Width	2005–2009: 75.9 in (1,928 mm) Since 2009: 76.1 in (1,933 mm)
Height	71.5 in (1,816 mm)

Chassis

The chassis of the Range Rover Sport was adapted from the integrated bodyframe, semi-monocoque, independently suspended design which debuted on the Discovery 3 in 2004. This allegedly gives the Range Rover Sport the refinement and structural rigidity advantages of a monocoque chassis with the robustness of a separate chassis design for off-road applications. It also allows for less expensive manufacturing of the vehicles due to a large number of common components. Although sitting on a modified version of the Discovery 3's chassis, it is smaller than its more utilitarian sibling in every dimension with a wheelbase shorter by 140 mm (5.5 in). Its smaller dimensions and its raked roofline make it impossible to accommodate third-row occupants like the Discovery 3, but as a sports tourer it was never intended to be a seven-seater. Brembo front brakes are standard on all models except the TDV6.

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The 2005–2009 Range Rover Sport HSE is powered by a

(ZF8HP70). These gearboxes has a unique mode: CommandShift which reacts and adapts to varying driving styles. CommandShift gives the driver the freedom to sequentially manipulate gear changes.

Years	Model & transmission	Engine	Power	Torque	Top speed	0-62 mph (0–100 km/h)	Economy	CO2 emissions
Diesel
2005–2009	2.7 L TDV6 CommandShift	2.7 L, V6 turbodiesel	190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp)	440 N⋅m (325 lbf⋅ft)	120 mph (193 km/h)	11.9 s	28.2 mpg‑imp (10.0 L/100 km; 23.5 mpg‑US)	265 g/km
2009–2013	3.0 L TDV6 CommandShift	3.0 L, V6 turbodiesel	211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp)	520 N⋅m (384 lbf⋅ft)	120 mph (193 km/h)	10.3 s	33.2 mpg‑imp (8.5 L/100 km; 27.6 mpg‑US)	224 g/km
2009–2013	3.0 L TDV6 CommandShift	3.0 L, V6 turbodiesel	245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp)	600 N⋅m (443 lbf⋅ft)	120 mph (193 km/h)	9.3 s	30.2 mpg‑imp (9.4 L/100 km; 25.1 mpg‑US)	224 g/km
2006–2013	3.6 L TDV8 CommandShift	3.6 L, V8 twin-turbodiesel	272 PS (200 kW; 268 hp)	640 N⋅m (472 lbf⋅ft)	130 mph (209 km/h)	8.6 s	18.1 mpg‑imp (15.6 L/100 km; 15.1 mpg‑US)	294 g/km
2011–2013	3.0 L SDV6 CommandShift	3.0 L, V6 twin-turbodiesel	258 PS (190 kW; 254 hp)	600 N⋅m (443 lbf⋅ft)	124 mph (200 km/h)	8.9 s	25.4 mpg‑imp (11.1 L/100 km; 21.1 mpg‑US)	230 g/km
Petrol
2005–2009	4.4 L V8 CommandShift	4.4 L, V8	300 PS (221 kW; 296 hp)	425 N⋅m (313 lbf⋅ft)	130 mph (209 km/h)	8.2 s	19.0 mpg‑imp (14.9 L/100 km; 15.8 mpg‑US)	352 g/km
2005–2009	4.2 L V8 CommandShift[2]	4.2 L, V8 supercharged	390 PS (287 kW; 385 hp)	550 N⋅m (410 lbf⋅ft)	130 mph (209 km/h)	7.1 s	18.0 mpg‑imp (15.7 L/100 km; 15.0 mpg‑US)	327 g/km
2009–2013	5.0 L V8 CommandShift	5.0 L, V8	375 PS (276 kW; 370 hp)	510 N⋅m (376 lbf⋅ft)	130 mph (209 km/h)	7.3 s	20.3 mpg‑imp (13.9 L/100 km; 16.9 mpg‑US)	327 g/km
2009–2013	5.0 L V8 CommandShift	5.0 L, V8 supercharged	510 PS (375 kW; 503 hp)	625 N⋅m (461 lbf⋅ft)	140 mph (225 km/h)	5.9 s	17.8 mpg‑imp (15.9 L/100 km; 14.8 mpg‑US)	374 g/km

Suspension

live axle

setup.

Terrain Response

Land Rover's patented Terrain Response system which debuted on the Discovery 3 is fitted as standard on all models. In the L320 Terrain Response allows the driver to select each of the five additional modes using a switch, pressing left or right to select the mode, in the L494 Terrain Response 2 allows the driver to adjust chassis and transmission settings (five settings) to suit the terrain being traversed via a rotary knob on the centre console. These include general driving; grass, gravel, snow; mud and ruts; sand; and rock crawl. Suspension ride height, engine management, throttle mapping,

A rear e-diff is optional on all Range Rover Sport models and is able to lock and unlock instantaneously. An in-dash display is available which, among other things, is linked to Terrain Response and displays important off-road information such as the status of the e-diffs, the angle of the steering and wheel articulation. It is also able to inform the driver of wheels which do not have contact with the ground.

Driving technologies

Four preset distances are selectable and will ensure the Sport maintains the desired distance from the vehicle it is following.

Safety

The NCWR organisation (New Car Whiplash Ratings) tested the Range Rover Sport in 2010 and awarded it the following scores:[6]

NCWR	Score
Geometric:	G
Dynamic:	A
Overall:	A

G = Good, A = Acceptable, M = Marginal, P = Poor

The Range Rover Sport was tested by Thatcham's New Vehicle Security Ratings (NVSR) organisation and achieved the following ratings:^[7]

NVSR	Rating
Theft of car:
Theft from car:

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A facelifted model was first shown at the

six-speed automatic transmission. Designed to improve performance and efficiency, the new transmission engages the lock-up clutches of each gear earlier after selection. Suspension refinements also occurred with the introduction of the world's first production damping system using model-based predictive technology that continually optimise the settings of the new DampTronic Valve Technology damper units to optimise vehicle ride and control. Further improvements to the award-winning Terrain Response system have taken place for 2010. Revisions to the rock crawl program reduce roll when traversing boulders delivering a more composed ride over rocky terrain. The addition of a new 'sand launch control' prevents wheels digging in when driving away in soft sand thanks to revisions to the traction control system. The Hill Descent Control system has also been enhanced with the addition of Gradient Release Control, which inhibits the initial rate of acceleration when descending steep inclines.

A final facelift to the L320 model came in MY12 introduced minor changes. The interior remained largely the same with features such as an electric one-piece power tailgate and revised media interface featuring Bluetooth audio streaming were added. There was also the addition of the ZF 8 speed automatic transmission and accompanying rotary wheel gear selector.

Throughout its production run, the first generation Range Rover Sport was available in a variety of trims.

• S (2006–2009): Sold only in Europe, the S was the cheapest Range Rover Sport available, this version came with cloth seating, a CD player, cruise control, sat nav, and the 2.7TD V6 diesel.
• SE (2006–2013): Sold only in Europe, the SE was a step up from the S, adding features such as heated seats, parking sensors and fog lights, it became the base trim after the S model was dropped.^[8]
• HSE (2006–2013): Serving as the base model for the North American market throughout its life, the HSE came standard with leather seating, dual zone automatic climate control, 19 inch wheels, 14 speaker 600 watt sound system, and the 4.4L naturally aspirated V8 (later replaced by the 5.0L V8 for the facelift models). In the UK, this version was also offered with the diesel V6 or V8. It was later offered with a Luxury package, which included much of the optional equipment as standard
• Supercharged (2006–2013): The performance model, the Supercharged added the supercharged V8 engine for improved performance, as well as other luxury features.
• HST (2006–2009): Exclusive to Europe, the HST added a sportier body kit with new bumpers and grille designs, and came with much of the optional equipment fitted as standard. It was only available with either the supercharged petrol V8 or diesel V8.
• Autobiography (2011–2013): Serving as the top trim, the Autobiography included adaptive automatic headlights, new wheels, a 360-degree camera system and more luxurious upholstery for the ultimate Range Rover Sport.
• HST Limited Edition (2009): Exclusive to North America, the HST Limited Edition was a limited production version of the European HST. Sold only with the supercharged V8 engine, it included the same body kit as the regular HST, plus unique wheels and upholstery.^[9]
• GT Limited Edition (2011–2013): Sold only in North America, the GT Limited Edition was a limited production version of the HSE which incorporated luxury features from the Autobiography as standard equipment.^[10]

The Range Rover Sport made Ford's Premier Automotive Group the target of a protest by

Second generation (L494; 2013–2022)

Motor vehicle

Second generation
Kerb weight		4,727 lb (2,144.1 kg)[12]

The second-generation Range Rover Sport was announced on 27 March 2013 at the New York Auto Show. Several streets were shut down in Manhattan for a launch party starring James Bond actor Daniel Craig.^[14]

The new Range Rover Sport continues in the design direction that produced the Evoque styling, and the full-size 2013 Range Rover. It is 4 inches (100 mm) longer, being 191 inches (4,851 mm) long; and 400 lb (181 kg) lighter, weighing in at 4,727 lb (2,144 kg). Unlike the previous generation that uses an integrated bodyframe chassis, the L494 Range Rover Sport utilises an all-aluminium monocoque body, just like the L405 Range Rover.

It introduced

suspension with active anti-roll bars.

In 2017, at the

.

• 
  2017 facelift
• 
  2017 facelift

On 11 August 2014, the Range Rover SVR (Special Vehicle Racing) was announced by Land Rover at Pebble Beach. The model sports a number of aesthetic alterations and performance improvements.^[15]

The design of the model features a fully revised front bumper, with larger ducts and the main grille finished in black. The front quarter ducts are also revised and completed in a black finish. The rear bumper is also completely revised with a new, more pronounced diffuser and twin-circle exhaust tips. The SVR comes with 21 inch alloy wheels, wrapped in 275/45 R21 all-season tyres as standard.

Performance upgrades for the SVR including the 5.0L supercharged V8 shared with the Jaguar F-Type, with a power output of 550 hp (410 kW) and torque output of 502 lb⋅ft (681 N⋅m) the transmission has been programmed to shift 50% quicker and to keep the torque converter locked up once it is in second gear. The chassis had also been revised for the model. Debut of Adaptive Dynamics with Magnetorheological dampers. New for the SVR is the addition of an Active exhaust system with electronically controlled valves. The improvements make the SVR capable of 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 162 mph (261 km/h),^[16] one of the quickest of its type.^[17]

Officially unveiled at the 2015 New York International Auto Show, the HST Limited Edition returned to the North American Range Rover Sport lineup after a 7-year hiatus and, similar to the previous iterations, put emphasis on driving dynamics and sportiness. Designed to bridge the gap between the V6 powered HSE and the Supercharged models, the HST Limited Edition featured a tuned version of the HSE's 3.0 L Jaguar AJ supercharged V6 with 380 bhp, 40 more than standard. It also included many other features to allow for a more road focused and dynamic Range Rover Sport, including unique 21-inch wheels, upgraded brakes and suspension, chassis enhancements, and a reprogrammed AWD system. To cosmetically distinguish it from other models, the HST Limited Edition featured darkened headlight and taillight bezels, a black painted roof and bonnet vents, red "Sport" badges, red brake calipers, Oxford leather interior, and a unique front and rear fascia. It was offered in four metallic colours, Indus Silver, Santorini Black, Corris Grey and Firenze Red, as well as the non metallic Fuji White.^[18]

Only offered in limited production for the 2016 model year, the HST Limited Edition would be discontinued for 2017 and effectively replaced by the HSE Dynamic, which featured many of the same mechanical changes as the HST. The HSE Dynamic was sold until partway through 2019, when Land Rover replaced it with a new non-limited HST, this time powered by the new Ingenium AJ300 inline-6 hybrid engine.^[19]

In 2017 at the LA Auto Show, the facelifted Range Rover Sport SVR was announced by the Jaguar Land Rover Group. This facelifted model includes all of the same features that the 2018 Range Rover Sport has, but the SVR has upgraded body styling which includes the new Silver Quad Exhausts and the new option of a Carbon Fibre bonnet. The 2018 SVR still includes the same 5.0L Supercharged V8 from the Jaguar F-Type, but the engine now produces 575 hp (429 kW) instead of the pre-facelift's 550 hp (410 kW), allowing the SVR to accelerate from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 4 seconds.

Due to its large size and poor environmental record, Environmental Action Germany nominated the Range Rover Sport SVR for their Goldener Geier (Golden Vulture) 2020 award.^[20]

• 
  2020 Range Rover Sport SVR (US)
• 
  2021 Range Rover Sport SVR (UK; rear view)

Third generation
Kerb weight		5,119 lb (2,322 kg)

The 2023 Range Rover Sport was revealed on 11 May 2022.

and eventually a twin-turbo V8. An all-electric version is expected to launch in 2024.

As the previous generation, the L461 continues in the way of the

.

According to the brand, the P440e and P510e has 70 miles (110 km) of all-electric range. The Sport includes a high-resolution 7-inch digital driver instrument cluster display that comes standard on all models. The latest iteration of the ‘Pivi Pro’ system, essentially a slightly curved 13.1-inch infotainment touchscreen, which is also on the larger model, will be included.^[25][26]

Wireless

Specifications

With a wheelbase of 2,997 mm (118.0 in), a length of 4,946 mm (194.7 in), a width of 2,047 mm (80.6 in), and a height of 1,820 mm (71.7 in), it is just slightly smaller than the previous generation of the Range Rover, except width, where the Sport is wider.

Unlike previous generations, this model no longer uses permanent all-wheel drive. This new part-time system features Land Rover's new Active Driveline. A controlled multi-disc clutch in the transfer case and decoupler in the front differential switch the vehicle to rear wheel drive at speeds between 21 and 100 mph. With similar specifications to the larger model, the PHEV models run on a 38.2 kWh (138 MJ)

battery, with 31.8 kWh (114 MJ) usable. Four PHEV models are available.

Internal combustion engines^[27][28]

Spec Model	Engine	Power	Torque	Displacement	Top speed	Transmission	Acceleration (0-60/100)	Propulsion type	Drive	Production
Petrol models
P360	3.0 L AJ300 turbo I6	360 PS (265 kW; 355 hp) @ 5500-6500	500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft) @ 1750-5000	2,996 cc (3.0 L; 182.8 cu in)	225 km/h (140 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	6.0 sec	Mild hybrid	AWD	2022–
P400	3.0 L AJ300 turbo I6	400 PS (294 kW; 395 hp) @ 5500-6500	550 N⋅m (406 lb⋅ft) @ 2000-5000	2,995 cc (3.0 L; 182.8 cu in)	242 km/h (150 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	5.7 sec	Mild hybrid	AWD	2022–
P530	4.4 L twin-turbo V8	530 PS (390 kW; 523 hp) @ 5500-6000	750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft) @ 1800-4600	4,395 cc (4.4 L; 268.2 cu in)	250 km/h (155 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	4.5 sec	Petrol	AWD	2022–
SV	4.4 L twin-turbo V8	635 PS (467 kW; 626 hp) @ N/A	750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft) @ N/A	4,395 cc (4.4 L; 268.2 cu in)	290 km/h (180 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	3.6 sec	Petrol	AWD	2023–
Diesel models
D250	3.0 L AJ300D twin-turbo I6	250 PS (184 kW; 247 hp) @ 4000	600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft) @ 1250–2250	2,997 cc (3.0 L; 182.9 cu in)	206 km/h (128 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	8.0 sec	Mild hybrid	AWD	2022–
D300	3.0 L AJ300D twin-turbo I6	300 PS (221 kW; 296 hp) @ 4000	650 N⋅m (479 lb⋅ft) @ 1250–2250	2,993 cc (3.0 L; 182.6 cu in)	218 km/h (135 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	6.6 sec	Mild hybrid	AWD	2022–
D350	3.0 L AJ300D twin-turbo I6	350 PS (257 kW; 345 hp) @ 4000	700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft) @ 1500-3000	2,997 cc (3.0 L; 182.9 cu in)	234 km/h (145 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	5.9 sec	Mild hybrid	AWD	2022–
Plug-in hybrid models
P440e	3.0 L turbo I6	440 PS (324 kW; 434 hp) @ 5500-6500	620 N⋅m (457 lb⋅ft) @ 1500-5000	2,995 cc (3.0 L; 182.8 cu in)	225 km/h (140 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	5.8 sec	Plug-in hybrid	AWD	2022–
P460e	3.0 L turbo I6	460 PS (338 kW; 454 hp) @ N/A	550 N⋅m (406 lb⋅ft) @ N/A	2,995 cc (3.0 L; 182.8 cu in)	225 km/h (140 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	5.6 sec	Plug-in hybrid	AWD	2022–
P510e	3.0 L turbo I6	510 PS (375 kW; 503 hp) @ 5500-6500	700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft) @ 1500-5000	2,995 cc (3.0 L; 182.8 cu in)	242 km/h (150 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	5.4 sec	Plug-in hybrid	AWD	2022–
P550e	3.0 L turbo I6	550 PS (405 kW; 542 hp) @ 5500-6500	700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft) @ 1500-5000	2,995 cc (3.0 L; 182.8 cu in)	242 km/h (150 mph)	ZF 8-speed automatic transmission	4.7 sec	Plug-in hybrid	AWD	2022–

Year	Sales
2009	33,460
2010	46,096
2011	54,670
2012	56,832
2013	58,234
2014	82,440
2015	87,319
2016	87,758
2017	81,213
2018	77,847
2019	81,700
Total	747,569

^[30][31]

• Official website
• New Range Rover Sport microsite
• Official website