The most iconic SUV 4x4 from this prestigious British brand now features a 100% electric version for the first time, which is more powerful than the SV model.
The Range Rover Sport Electric marks a new chapter for this British high-performance SUV: it is the first time it is available with a fully electric powertrain that, in some performance aspects, even surpasses the SV variant.
It features two motors that provide all-wheel drive, with their specifications varying depending on the driving mode selected (Dynamic, Comfort, and Eco). The maximum output is 550 horsepower and 850 Nm of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds.
Over 500 km of real-world range
The system is integrated into the modular longitudinal MLA platform and uses an 118.5 kWh lithium-ion battery housed in a high-strength aluminum casing. It achieves a certified range of up to 609 km according to the WLTP cycle, though the estimated range in real-world conditions is 537 km. The 350 kW fast charging capability allows for up to 220 km of range to be restored in 10 minutes using direct current, with the battery capacity able to go from 10% to 80% in about 22 minutes.
Although it may look like the same model as before, it features a specifically tuned chassis designed to enhance responsiveness and control on both asphalt and off-road surfaces. Its body structure is 61% stiffer than that of the plug-in hybrid versions, and its center of gravity is 73 millimeters lower. Additionally, it comes standard with the Dynamic Air Suspension pneumatic suspension system, active electronic stability control, dual-valve shock absorbers, the Adaptive Dynamics system capable of monitoring 100 parameters up to 500 times per second, an Intelligent Traction Management system recalibrated for this version, and all-wheel steering.
Matt Becker, Range Rover’s Vehicle Engineering Director, said: “The Range Rover Sport Electric represents an evolution in the dynamic character of the Range Rover Sport, with an even greater emphasis on connection to the driver and sporty responsiveness. A stiffer architecture and lower center of gravity, combined with precise control over engine torque and advanced chassis technologies, create a vehicle with more accurate responses, greater agility, and increased confidence. It appears smaller, more stable, and more responsive than one might expect. All of this without sacrificing sophistication, comfort, or capability.”
A long development process
To develop the electric version, Land Rover took the Range Rover Sport around the world. It was tested in the marble quarries of Carrara, Italy, facing slopes as steep as 45 degrees, extreme temperatures, and surfaces that alternated between polished marble and layers of dust. Tests were also conducted at the private track of the Magarigawa Club, near Tokyo.
The brand states that thermal management has been one of the core elements throughout the entire process, with the ThermAssist system playing a key role in maintaining electrical performance under various usage conditions. The battery has been tested for vibration and shock across multiple axes, at temperatures ranging from -40 to +90 degrees Celsius.
The Range Rover Sport Electric is manufactured in Solihull, United Kingdom, alongside its plug-in hybrid and combustion engine versions. Pre-orders are now available in the Dynamic SE, Dynamic HSE, Autobiography, and First Edition trims. The First Edition is an exclusive launch model that features Zadar Grey paint with a Satin Wrap finish, a black roof, and 22-inch wheels. The base price of this model is 152,200 euros.
