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2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Starting at: $72.250
Highs: Smooth-running inline-six, high-end appearance, well-tailored interior.
Lows: Third row is only for kids, glitch-prone infotainment, could be more fuel efficient.
Verdict: With a look that at home both on Rodeo Drive and at the rodeo, the Range Rover Sport is a capable SUV with a luxurious character.
Overview
If you crave the sort of opulence and prestige that only a Range Rover can deliver, but you don't have quite the net worth to afford one, the 2022 Range Rover Sport comes with a lower entry price and requires few compromises. All models come standard with all-wheel drive and Land Rover's signature off-road capability, which is a luxury in itself even if most owners never explore the limits of the Range Rover Sport's abilities. A turbocharged inline-six provides ample power for scooting around town or merging onto the highway, and the Sport's luxury-lined cabin is comfortable and spacious, except the third row, which offers only enough room for kids.
What's New for 2022?
Land Rover has trimmed the diesel and plug-in-hybrid powertrains from the Range Rover Sport's lineup this year, leaving the turbocharged inline-six (available in two outputs) as the sole offering. Other than switching to this more simplified lineup, the only other change is new USB-C ports for charging and connecting devices.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Every 2022 Range Rover Sport comes with a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder, Land Rover's excellent all-wheel-drive system, and an exceptional eight-speed automatic transmission. The engine is assisted by a 48-volt hybrid system and makes 355 horsepower. However, we prefer the stronger 395-hp version, which is exclusive to the HST model. It's exceptionally smooth and packs plenty of muscle. In our testing, the HST galloped to 60 mph in 6.0 seconds. Land Rover claims a top speed of 140 mph. Those looking for more performance should check out the 518-hp Range Rover Sport Supercharged, which we review separately.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Inside, the 2022 Range Rover Sport has almost the same dimensions as the full-size Range Rover model. Both SUVs share the same 115-inch wheelbase, which gives the Range Rover Sport more rear-seat space than you'll find in many of its competitors. Unlike the Range Rover, the Range Rover Sport is also available with a small, kid-friendly third-row seat, which takes its seating capacity from five to seven. Its front seats are firm and supportive, especially on long drives, and rear-seat air-conditioning vents and controls are standard. Heated rear seats are available. Build quality is superior, with soft surfaces and controls that look and feel expensive. Behind the Range Rover Sport's second row is a generous 28 cubic feet of cargo space. The Rover's reclining second row easily folds flat, expanding the space to 59 cubic feet of space, which is about average for the midsize luxury SUV class.
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