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Land Rover Range Rover Sport II 3.0 V6 (258 Hp) AWD 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)
II Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover Sport (II). With 600 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2115 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.6 s). The top speed reaches 209 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 V6 (258 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, feeling smooth and refined rather than overtly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy for an SUV of its size, making it a cost-effective choice for longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Luxurious and high-quality interior materials
- • Excellent ride comfort, especially with air suspension
- • Impressive off-road capability for a luxury SUV
- • Wide range of powerful and refined engine options
- • Dynamic on-road handling for its size
Cons:
- • Higher running costs, particularly for petrol V8 models
- • Some reliability concerns reported, especially with electronics
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Steep depreciation in early years
- • Large turning circle can make city maneuvering tricky
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2009): 2012 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover Sport |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 (258 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 258 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 86.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 600 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 306DT [Same engine] More details about the engine 306DT |
| Engine displacement: | 2993 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | BiTurbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Coolant: | 8.93 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 209 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.2 kg/Hp, 122 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 283.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2115 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4850 mm mm [67mm more] |
| Width: | 1983 mm mm [175mm less] |
| Height: | 1780 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2923 mm mm [178mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2073 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.6 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 33.0° |
| Departure angle: | 31.0° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Air suspension |
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