The 2023 Range Rover Sport is available in four 4x4 trim levels: the SE, SE Dynamic and First Edition, as well as the Plug-In Hybrid Autobiography. The Ranger Rover Sport is powered by one of two engines a 3L 6-cylinder engine tuned to either 355 or 395 horsepower or a 4.4L V8 that produces 523 horsepower, both engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
A plug-in hybrid model, is also available, it uses a 4-cylinder engine in conjunction with a battery and electric motor to provide 434 hp. In addition, its a plug-in hybrid, meaning its able to operate on battery power only for up to 47 miles, before the gasoline engine kicks in. This means that if the 2023 Range Rover Sport Hybrid is only driven on short trips, owners will almost never have to put gasoline in the vehicle.
The Range Rover Sport SE comes well equipped with a long list of standard luxury, safety and performance features. Interior luxury begins with leather upholstery, heated power front seats with memory settings, navigation and a 19-speaker audio system. The Touch Pro Duo infotainment system brings technology to one's fingertips, with audio, navigation and various vehicle controls displayed on the dual 13.1-inch touchscreens. Exterior features include performance tires on 21-inch wheels, LED auto-leveling headlights, and a sleek grille. Keyless entry and ignition, power liftgate and front and rear parking sensors provide added convenience for owners.
The First Edition features a sport suspension with active roll bars, front fog lights, 23-inch wheels, ventilated front and rear seats, massaging front seats, illuminated sill plates, separate controls for the rear climate control, a head-up display, and ground view camera.
Safety features in the Range Rover Sport include front, side curtain and thorax airbags, plus active front seat belts. A number of active-safety features are available in the Range Rover Sport and they might help avoid an accident entirely. Examples include Lane Blind Spot Monitoring, Departure Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Automatic High Beam Assist, Closing Vehicle Sensing, Reverse Traffic Detection, Driver Condition Monitor and Emergency Braking. Adaptive cruise control is also available, and it will brake automatically if it anticipates a collision.
Unique Style Inside And Out
Quiet And Comfortable, Luxurious Cabin
Seating For Up To Seven
Sporty On-road Performance
Off-road Prowess
Wide Range Of Standard Safety Features
The Ranger Rover Sport is fully redesigned for 2023.
Compared to the Range Rover on which it's based, the Range Rover Sport is shorter in length and slightly lower. As the name indicates, the Sport puts more of an emphasis on handling and on-road performance, while keeping a quiet and comfortable interior. It does, however, retain an impressive level of off-road prowess.
The Range Rover Sport is a fast and agile performer, thanks to its lightweight all-aluminum construction and supercharged or turbocharged engine options. Compared to other models in its class, the Range Rover Sport doesn't make as much of a sacrifice in ride quality for handling and off-road prowess, while its feature set and luxurious cabin appointments are a step above some in the same price range. Key rivals include the BMW X5, Porsche Cayenne, Mercedes GLE and Infiniti QX70.