2021
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

What Is the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

As is the norm with modern Land Rovers, the Range Rover Sport blends luxury, technology and off-road capability. It uses a lightweight aluminum structure, has standard full-time four-wheel drive and offers a range of drivetrains, including a plug-in hybrid setup. 

Available engines include a 355- or 395-horsepower, turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder mild hybrid; a 254-hp, turbo-diesel 3.0-liter V-6; a 398-hp plug-in hybrid drivetrain; and a supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 with either 518 or 575 hp. All engines come with an eight-speed automatic transmission. 

The Range Rover Sport has standard seating for five, but an available third row increases seating capacity to seven; keep in mind it’s small and best used by kids. Range Rover Sport competitors include the Audi Q7,  BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and Porsche Cayenne. 

What’s New on the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

The HSE Silver Edition and SVR Carbon Edition have been added to the Range Rover Sport lineup. The Silver Edition features 21-inch gloss-black alloy wheels and exterior trim with a Shadow Atlas finish. The Carbon Edition features 22-inch gloss-black wheels and exterior and interior carbon-fiber accents. 

What Features in the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Are Most Important?

Standard features include: 

• Adjustable air suspension
• 19-inch alloy wheels
• LED headlights
• Leather-trimmed seats
• Dual-zone air conditioning
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
• Navigation
• Lane keep assist

Available features include: 

• Heated steering wheel 
• Panoramic sunroof 
• 360-degree camera system 
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Heated rear seats
• Cooled center console compartment
• Meridian premium stereo

2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Vs. 2021 BMW X5: How Do They Compare?

Land Rover has long been known for its luxurious and well-appointed interiors. From the inside, the Range Rover Sport offers a cabin design that’s arguably a cut above the BMW. The X5 has more nimble handling on pavement, though the Range Rover Sport is more capable off-road. Neither is cheap, but the Range Rover Sport gets especially pricey with options. 

Should I Buy the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

The Range Rover Sport is classy, stylish and offers a lot of off-road capability — for a price. Pronounced body roll and a small third row are negatives, not to mention Land Rover’s reputation for electronics gremlins.