Land Rover Range Rover Sport I 4.2 V8 Supercharged (390 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Land Rover Range Rover Sport:
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport is a mid-size luxury SUV produced by the British manufacturer Land Rover, part of Jaguar Land Rover. Introduced in 2005 with the first-generation L320 model, it was succeeded by the second-generation L494 in 2013, and the third-generation 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. 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 top speed, 4WD and a 2,500 kg 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....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover Sport (I). With 550 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2572 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.6 s). The top speed reaches 225 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Exceptional power and acceleration, delivering thrilling on-road performance with a distinctive supercharger whine. Ideal for spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
Very high fuel consumption, especially in urban environments, making it costly to run. Not for the fuel-conscious.
Best Use Case:
High-performance enthusiast / Highway cruising / Towing
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior
- • Excellent off-road capability for an SUV
- • Powerful engine options, especially the Supercharged V8
- • Commanding driving position and presence
- • Air suspension provides a smooth ride
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for petrol engines
- • Potential for expensive maintenance and repairs (air suspension, electronics)
- • Heavy vehicle, impacting agility
- • Older models can suffer from electrical gremlins
- • Limited third-row seating option (not available in this gen)
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Land Rover |
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| Model: | Range Rover Sport |
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| Generation: | I |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 V8 Supercharged (390 Hp) AWD Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2005 |
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| End of production: | 2009 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 390 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 92.9 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 550 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AJ33S |
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| Engine displacement: | 4197 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 12 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 90.3 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.1:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 22.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.9 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.6 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.6 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 225 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.6 kg/Hp, 151.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 213.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2572 |
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| Max. weight: | 3125 |
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| Max load: | 553 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2013 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 958 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 88.1 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
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| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20-25° |
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| Wading depth: | 700 mm |
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| Length: | 4788 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1983 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1762-1812 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2745 mm mm |
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| Width with mirrors folded: | 1983 mm |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2170 mm |
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| Front track: | 1605 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1612 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 172-227 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.9 m |
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| Approach angle: | 30.2-34° |
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| Departure angle: | 26-29° |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 360 mm |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 350 mm |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 275/40 R20 |
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| Wheel rims size | 9.5J x 20 |
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| Front suspension | Air suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Air suspension |
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