Land Rover Range Rover Sport III 3.0 D250 (249 Hp) Mild Hybrid iAWD 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)
III Overview:
Land Rover Range Rover Sport (III). With 600 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2315 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 8 s). The top speed reaches 206 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power and strong torque for comfortable cruising and towing, though acceleration is more leisurely than petrol variants.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy for a large SUV, making it a cost-effective choice for high-mileage drivers, enhanced by mild-hybrid tech.
Best Use Case:
Long-distance commuting, towing, high mileage drivers
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional luxury and interior refinement
- • Broad range of powerful and efficient powertrains, including strong PHEVs
- • Outstanding off-road capability for a luxury SUV
- • Commanding driving position and excellent visibility
- • Advanced technology and infotainment system
Cons:
- • High purchase price and potentially high running costs for V8 models
- • Historically mixed reliability reputation (though improving)
- • Large size can be challenging in tight urban spaces
- • Some rivals offer more agile on-road dynamics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2017): May, 2019 - May, 2022).
| General: |
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Range Rover Sport |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 D250 (249 Hp) Mild Hybrid iAWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | May, 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 249 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 83.1 Hp/l [67mm more] |
| Torque: | 600 Nm @ 1250-2250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Ingenium / DT306 More details about the engine Ingenium / DT306 |
| Engine displacement: | 2997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 10.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.31 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 7.4-8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 10.8-12.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 7.7-8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 5.9-6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 7.2-7.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 206 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.9 kg/Nm, 259.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2315 |
| Max. weight: | 3220 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 905 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1860 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 20 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 150 kg |
| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 26.9° |
| Wading depth: | 900 mm |
| Length: | 4946 mm mm [67mm more] |
| Width: | 2043 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Height: | 1820 mm mm [17mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2997 mm mm [74mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2043 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2209 mm |
| Front track: | 1702 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1704 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 281 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.53 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 33° |
| Departure angle: | 30° |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the rear wheels of the vehicle, capable of running only in mixed mode, and if necessary through the electrically or mechanically controlled clutch, the front wheels are driven. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 8 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | ZF |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 380 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 355 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: |
| Battery voltage: | 48 V |
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