There are several different engine options available, some of which are carried over from the previous model and some of which are brand-new for the Range Rover Sport. The lowest P360 SE variant keeps the 48-volt mild hybrid technology and turbocharged inline-six from the previous Sport. It generates a respectable 355 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. A high-output variant of this power plant is used in the P400 SE Dynamic trim, which produces 395 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. There is also a PHEV variant called the P440e Autobiography that is based on the same engine. However, the most powerful variant is the top-of-the-line P530 First Edition which replaces the inline-6 with a bigger 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 that runs at full throttle. It generates 523 horsepower and 533 lb-ft of torque, which is only 5 horsepower higher than the 5.0-liter V8 in the outgoing model but around 70 lb-ft more torque overall. The V-8 is expected to propel the Range Rover Sport to 60 mph in under 4.3 seconds, according to Land Rover. All models come equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel drive as standard, and an air suspension that can be adjusted.
Model
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2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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2023 BMW X5
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-class
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2023 Volvo XC90
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MSRP
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$84,475
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$61,600
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$56,000
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$56,000
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Engine
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3.0L turbocharged mild-hybrid inline-6
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3.0 L twin power turbocharged inline-6
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2.0 L turbocharged inline-4
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2.0 L turbocharged inline-4
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Drivetrain
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AWD
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RWD
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RWD
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FWD
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Transmission
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8-speed automatic transmission
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8-speed automatic
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9-speed automatic
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8-speed automatic
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Power (Hp)
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355 hp @ 5500 rpm
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335 hp @ 5,500 rpm
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255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
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250 hp@ 5,500 rpm
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Torque (lb.-ft)
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365 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
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331 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
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273 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
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258 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
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0-60 MPH (seconds)
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5.7 seconds
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5.3 seconds
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7.0 seconds
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7.5 seconds
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Quarter-mile (seconds)
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NA
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13.6 seconds
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13.7 seconds
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15.7 seconds
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Top Speed (MPH)
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176 mph
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130 MPH
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130 MPH
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130 MPH
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The Range Rover is a much more expensive SUV than its rivals but being the most updated vehicle in the market, the Range Rover holds a lot more tech and features in comparison. The Power figures are similar to that on the BMW but the latter is slightly quicker to 60 mph. Also, the Range Rover Sport is the only car here to have an AWD system as standard.
2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Ride and Handling
An adaptable air suspension is standard on every Range Rover Sport, which should improve handling and agility both on and off the road. Land Rover's Terrain Response system, a collection of drive modes that can adjust to specific preset situations including sand, grass, gravel, mud, snow, and rocks, further enhances the off-road capabilities. You may also experience the Range Rover Sport's handling capabilities in the road-focused Dynamic Mode. The adaptive cruise control mode for off-road driving is now part of the Terrain Response system, allowing the driver to concentrate on avoiding obstacles. For those that desire even greater off-road capability, a Stormer Handling Pack will be offered as an option. It features the Dynamic Response Pro 48-volt active roll control technology, all-wheel steering, an electronic active differential with torque vectoring via braking, and programmable options.
2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Braking Performance
The new Range Rover Sport comes with all sorts of safety tech like automatic emergency braking to keep the situation safe for both occupants as well as the traffic around. Brakes rotors of 14.9-inches and 13.9-inches for front and back respectively are definitely on the larger side and this setup should be enough to get the 4,990 lbs SUV to a complete stop within a safe distance.
Model
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2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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2023 BMW X5
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-class
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2023 Volvo XC90
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Brake Rotors (front) (in.)
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14.9
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14.0
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14.8
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13.5
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Brake Rotors (rear) (in.)
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13.9
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13.6
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13.6
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12.5
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Curb Weight (lbs)
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4,990
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4,828
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5,016
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4,497
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60-0 (.-ft)
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NA
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NA
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NA
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NA
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While the braking distances aren’t available, it is easy to understand that the Land Rover and Mercedes-Benz carry the largest brakes. However, despite the Volvo having the smallest rotors, its low curb weight could help the vehicle stop early. This can only be confirmed after a braking test is officially conducted for these SUVs.