Land Rover Range Rover Sport III SV 4.4 V8 (635 Hp) Mild Hybrid iAWD 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)
III Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover Sport (III). With 750 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2485 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.8 s). The top speed reaches 290 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
The pinnacle of Range Rover Sport performance, offering supercar-rivalling acceleration and a truly exhilarating, dynamic driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is secondary to performance in this range-topping model, though the mild-hybrid system offers minor efficiency gains.
Best Use Case:
Ultimate performance, luxury enthusiast, spirited driving
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional luxury and interior refinement
- • Broad range of powerful and efficient powertrains, including strong PHEVs
- • Outstanding off-road capability for a luxury SUV
- • Commanding driving position and excellent visibility
- • Advanced technology and infotainment system
Cons:
- • High purchase price and potentially high running costs for V8 models
- • Historically mixed reliability reputation (though improving)
- • Large size can be challenging in tight urban spaces
- • Some rivals offer more agile on-road dynamics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: May, 2022 - ).
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| Brand: | Land Rover |
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| Model: | Range Rover Sport |
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| Generation: | III |
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| Modification (Engine): | SV 4.4 V8 (635 Hp) Mild Hybrid iAWD Automatic |
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| Start of production: | May, 2023 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
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| Power: | 635 Hp @ 6000-7000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 144.5 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 750 Nm @ 1800-5855 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 4395 |
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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: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 11 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 88.3 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 11.7-12.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 19.7-20.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 11.4-12.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 9.7-10.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 10.8-11.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.8 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.8 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 290 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.9 kg/Hp, 255.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.3 kg/Nm, 301.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2485 |
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| Max. weight: | 3250 |
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| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
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| Max load: | 765 |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
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| Permitted towbar download: | 330 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4970 mm mm [24mm more] |
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| Width: | 2047 mm mm [4mm more] |
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| Height: | 1814 mm mm [6mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2998 mm mm [1mm more] |
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| Width with mirrors folded: | 2047 mm |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2209 mm |
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| Front track: | 1714 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1723 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 897 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 1075 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the rear wheels of the vehicle, capable of running only in mixed mode, and if necessary through the electrically or mechanically controlled clutch, the front wheels are driven. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 8 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 420-440 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 390 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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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 | Electric Steering |
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| Electric: |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
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| Battery voltage: | 48 V |
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