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2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport review

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport highlights

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Pros

  • Powerful engine options including V6 turbodiesel
  • Responsive, dynamic handling 
  • Luxurious cabin with leather upholstery

Cons

  • Engineered for power and performance above all else
  • Compromises economy for power and athleticism
  • Limited cargo space and third-row legroom

Mileage (EPA estimate)

14 city, 19 highway, 16 combined

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A mighty off-roader with luxury features

If the road ahead of you is obscured by deep snow – or even if you have to blaze your own trail — you'll want to be behind the wheel of a capable SUV like the 2016 Range Rover Sport. Each of this SUV’s five trim levels — SE, HSE, HST, Supercharged, Supercharged Dynamic, Autobiography, and SVR — include four-corner air suspension for a comfortable ride, even when the going gets rough. There are several Terrain Response® traction control options to enhance the driving experience, ranging from mild to wild.

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What is new for the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

  • The Range Rover Sport is available in a variety of new trims, including the Dynamic Limited Edition, HSE Diesel, HST Limited Edition, and SE Diesel.
  • Range Rover Sport trims have been upgraded with Turbo Diesel Engine as standard equipment this year.
  • Head Up Display features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Autobiography trim now comes with Skylight(s) as standard equipment.
  • The Dynamic trim now comes with Sunroof(s), Adjustable Suspension, and Smart Key as standard equipment.

5 reasons to buy the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

1. Advanced technology  

The 2016 Range Rover Sport possesses many of Land Rover's iconic boxy lines of its siblings and predecessors that are beloved by purists. It performs remarkably with its powerful engine and sport-tuned suspension. This model year’s optional parking cameras were upgraded for easier navigation into tight spots, and a head-up display option was introduced for all trim levels. The Range Rover Sport offers responsive turning in parking lots. However, better visibility of surrounding vehicles can alert you to vehicles approaching from behind you or otherwise. 

2. Exceptional performance 

If you're seeking powerful powertrain options such as diesel or gasoline-powered V6s or 5.0L V8s you'll be impressed with the 2016 Range Rover Sport. This SUV delivers impressive handling and off-road capability. A new rock crawl-control feature (optional for the SE and HSE models) lowers the vehicle over its wheels, enabling it to maintain consistent rates of speed over rough terrain. It also raises and lowers to make getting in and out of the vehicle easier when parked.  

3. Comfortable interior 

The 2016 Range Rover Sport's interior and air-cushioned suspension can make an off-road excursion feel like a pleasure cruise in the country despite rough terrain. Sumptuous-grained and perforated leathers and wood veneers enhance the driving experience for even the most discerning automotive enthusiast. Keep informed about the vehicle’s performance or control features like lighting through the vehicle’s touchscreen or via Bluetooth® smartphone integration.  

4. Multiple driving modes 

Land Rover’s Terrain Response® system was enhanced for the 2016 Range Rover model year, with the Terrain Response 2 and Terrain Response Dynamic settings. It conquers grass, gravel, snow, mud, sand, and rocks like few SUVs can. The system is driver-selectable or can take charge of changing conditions with Dynamic mode.   

5. Sports car handling in an SUV body 

Have you been agonizing over deciding between a luxury SUV and a sleek, fast, sports car with lots of horsepower under the hood? The 2016 Range Rover Sport will allay your fears with its optional Supercharged V8 engine, and up to 550 horsepower with the top-of-the-line SVR model. It goes from zero to 60 mph in a manufacturer-estimated 4.5 seconds.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.3 out of 5

9 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

2
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RepairPal gave the Land Rover Range Rover Sport an overall reliability rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Land Rover Range Rover Sport 19th out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs.

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport features and specs

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Supercharged 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • 4WD/AWD
  • ABS Brakes
  • Adjustable Suspension
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Supercharged Engine
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automated Parking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Meridian Audio
  • Rear A/C Seat(s)
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Entertainment System
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Running Boards
  • Skylight(s)
  • Third Row Seat
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Four Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

5.0L

Horsepower

510

Torque (ft-lbs)

461

Engine type

Supercharged Gas

Fuel capacity

27.7

Wheelbase

115.1"

Overall length

191"

Width

78.1"

Height

70.1"

Leg room

F 42.2"/R 37"

Head room

F 39.5"/R 39.1"

Front tires

P275/40YR20

Rear tires

P275/40YR20

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

772/7716 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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