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Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport, Explained: Trims, Engines, Interior and How It Drives

The Range Rover Sport is the five-seat, driver-focused member of the Range Rover family: smaller and lighter on its feet than the flagship, with the same air suspension and off-road hardware underneath. This guide covers what each trim costs, what each engine delivers, and how to choose between them for the 2026 and 2027 model years.

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The Range Rover Sport is a five-seat luxury performance SUV that starts at $83,700 MSRP for the SE and runs to $170,200 for the SV Carbon, per Range Rover USA's current US pricing. Every version uses a 3.0-liter six-cylinder (mild hybrid or plug-in hybrid) or a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8, with output from 355 hp to 626 hp. It tows up to 7,716 lb, wades through up to 900 mm (35.4 in) of water, and the plug-in P550e covers 51 miles on electricity alone (EPA). For 2027 the powertrains carry over unchanged; the news is two new special editions, Battersea and Twenty.

Where the Sport Sits in the Range Rover Family

Land Rover sells four Range Rover models. The flagship Range Rover is the largest and most formal, with an optional third row in long-wheelbase form. The Velar and Evoque are smaller and priced below the Sport. The Range Rover Sport sits between them: it shares the flagship's platform family and much of its technology, but it is shorter, seats five only, and is tuned to feel more responsive on a winding road.

If you're deciding between the Sport and the full-size Range Rover, the short version is space versus agility. The flagship gives rear passengers more legroom and offers seven seats; the Sport is easier to park in a Freeport or Rockville Centre lot and more engaging on the Meadowbrook or Wantagh Parkway. Our Range Rover vs. Range Rover Sport comparison covers dimensions and cabin space side by side.

Trims and Starting Prices

Current US starting MSRPs as listed by Range Rover USA, before destination, taxes and options.

Range Rover Sport trims, engines and starting MSRP (US)
Trim Engine options Starting MSRP
SE 3.0L six-cylinder mild hybrid (P360) $83,700
Dynamic SE 3.0L six-cylinder (P400), plug-in hybrid, or 4.4L V8 $90,800
Battersea Edition Plug-in hybrid or 4.4L V8 $112,000
Autobiography Plug-in hybrid (P550e) or 4.4L V8 (P530) $120,900
SV 4.4L twin-turbo V8 (P635) $152,000
SV Black 4.4L twin-turbo V8 (P635) $161,600
SV Carbon 4.4L twin-turbo V8 (P635) $170,200

CarsDirect also lists a Twenty Edition for 2027, a V8-only special edition positioned between Battersea and Autobiography. Special editions tend to arrive in small numbers, so if one interests you, ask our team what's allocated to Freeport before settling on a spec. Prices move with each model-year update, so treat this table as a starting point and confirm the current figure on the car you're considering.

Engines at a Glance

Three engine families, six outputs. The full horsepower, torque and 0-60 breakdown lives in our Range Rover Sport engine spec table.

3.0L six-cylinder mild hybrid

  • P360: 355 hp, 369 lb-ft, standard on the SE
  • P400: 395 hp, 406 lb-ft, around 5.2 seconds to 60 mph
  • A 48-volt system recovers energy under braking and smooths stop-start in traffic
  • The right choice for most daily drivers

3.0L six-cylinder plug-in hybrid

  • P460e: about 454 hp and 487 lb-ft
  • P550e: 542 hp and up to 590 lb-ft
  • P550e: 51 miles of EPA-rated electric-only range
  • Covers most local errands on electricity if you can charge at home

4.4L twin-turbo V8 (P530)

  • 523 hp and 553 lb-ft
  • About 4.3 seconds to 60 mph
  • Tows up to 7,716 lb
  • For buyers who want the V8's sound and effortless passing power

SV (P635)

  • Up to 626 hp from the 4.4L V8
  • 3.6 seconds to 60 mph (Range Rover USA)
  • SV-specific chassis tuning and styling
  • Offered as SV, SV Black and SV Carbon

How It Drives: The "Sport" in Range Rover Sport

The Sport's handling reputation comes from its chassis hardware. Air suspension is standard. It lowers the body at speed and for easier entry, and raises it for rough ground or standing water. Higher trims add all-wheel steering: at parking speeds the rear wheels turn opposite to the fronts for a tighter turning circle, and at highway speeds they turn with the fronts for stability. V8 models can be specified with active roll control, which keeps the body flatter through corners.

On Long Island that combination shows up in two places. The tighter turning circle helps in crowded lots and narrow village streets, and the composure at speed makes long runs out east or into the city less tiring. Terrain Response adapts throttle, traction and suspension to the surface, with modes for snow, grass and gravel, mud, and sand. That matters more on a February morning on Sunrise Highway than any 0-60 figure.

Interior and Technology

The Sport's cabin follows the Range Rover approach: few physical buttons, one large central screen, and materials doing the work. Here's what to look at on a test drive.

  • Pivi Pro infotainment A 13.1-inch curved touchscreen runs navigation, media and vehicle settings, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Climate controls stay on dedicated dials below it.
  • Interactive driver display A 13.7-inch configurable screen replaces traditional gauges and can show full-width navigation in front of the driver.
  • Seating and materials Five seats in every configuration. Upper trims add heated and cooled front seats with massage and more premium leather or leather-free upholstery options.
  • Cargo space 31.9 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 53 cubic feet with them folded: enough for a golf bag set or a beach weekend, but not a third row.
  • Meridian audio Meridian sound is standard, and higher trims step up to larger surround systems. It's worth hearing back to back if audio matters to you.

Capability: Towing, Water and Ground Clearance

Range Rover Sport capability figures
Measure Figure
Maximum towing Up to 7,716 lb (plug-in hybrids rated lower)
Maximum wading depth 900 mm (35.4 in), per Land Rover's published wading figures
Seating Five
Cargo volume 31.9 cu ft rear seats up / 53 cu ft folded
PHEV electric range 51 miles (P550e, EPA estimate)

The 7,716 lb towing figure covers most boats kept in South Shore marinas and most two-horse trailers. If you tow regularly, choose the powertrain with towing in mind rather than assuming every configuration carries the maximum rating. The wading depth is an engineering limit, not an invitation: flooded roads in Freeport and Baldwin after a coastal storm can hide debris and fast-moving water, and salt water is hard on any vehicle's underbody.

Which Range Rover Sport Should You Choose?

Mostly local driving, plus a home charger

  • Look at the P550e plug-in hybrid
  • Its 51 miles of EPA electric range covers a typical Nassau County day
  • The six-cylinder still takes over for longer trips

Best value per dollar

Towing a boat or trailer

  • The P530 V8 or a mild-hybrid six
  • Both carry the full 7,716 lb rating
  • Ask about a factory tow hitch when ordering

The fastest version

  • SV, SV Black or SV Carbon
  • 626 hp and 3.6 seconds to 60 mph
  • Expect lower volume and longer lead times

On a test drive, ask us to show you how Terrain Response and the air suspension's height settings work, and try the all-wheel steering in a tight turn if the trim has it. You can book a Range Rover test drive in Freeport and we'll have the trim you're considering ready.

Owning a Range Rover Sport

Every new Range Rover Sport carries Land Rover's 4-year/50,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty and a 6-year unlimited-mileage corrosion warranty. Scheduled service comes up roughly every 16,000 miles or 12 months. For longer-term budgeting, CarEdge estimates about $18,795 in maintenance and repairs over a Range Rover Sport's first 10 years, slightly better than CarEdge's luxury SUV average. We break those figures down, with reliability data, in are Range Rovers expensive to maintain?

Buying a Range Rover Sport in Freeport

Land Rover Freeport serves drivers across Nassau County, the South Shore and into Queens. Our sales team can walk you through new Range Rover Sport inventory, explain how the options you want affect price and availability, and set up financing through our finance center. If you're weighing a pre-owned example instead, ask about Land Rover Certified Pre-Owned coverage.

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Range Rover Sport FAQ

How much does a Range Rover Sport cost?

The Range Rover Sport starts at $83,700 MSRP for the SE and rises to $170,200 for the SV Carbon, according to Range Rover USA's current US pricing. Destination, taxes and options are extra.

How many seats does the Range Rover Sport have?

Five. There is no third-row option. Buyers who need seven seats should look at the long-wheelbase Range Rover, the Defender 110 or 130, or the Discovery.

How fast is the Range Rover Sport from 0 to 60?

It depends on the engine: 5.2 seconds for the P400, 4.3 seconds for the P530 V8, and 3.6 seconds for the 626 hp SV, per Range Rover USA.

Is there a plug-in hybrid Range Rover Sport?

Yes. The P550e plug-in hybrid produces 542 hp and has an EPA-estimated 51 miles of electric-only range. A lower-output P460e plug-in hybrid is also offered.

What's new on the 2027 Range Rover Sport?

The 2027 model is a carryover: engines and core equipment are unchanged. The additions are two special editions, the Battersea Edition and the Twenty Edition.

How much can a Range Rover Sport tow?

Up to 7,716 lb in its highest-rated configurations. Plug-in hybrid versions carry a lower rating, so confirm the figure for the exact powertrain you're considering.

Sources: Range Rover USA models and specifications, Range Rover USA Range Rover Sport performance figures, CarEdge Range Rover Sport maintenance costs, CarsDirect 2027 Range Rover Sport, Land Rover wading depths, Range Rover electric range (EPA). Land Rover Freeport | Freeport, NY

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