Range Rover Sport Electric: 405 kW, 609 km, starting at 120,400 euros
The Range Rover Sport Electric is available for order starting at 120,400 euros and features up to 405 kW (550 horsepower) along with an 118.5-kWh battery. Thanks to 800 volts, it can achieve a range of up to 220 kilometers in just ten minutes.
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Jaguar Land Rover has opened pre-orders for the Range Rover Sport Electric. This marks the first time the brand’s sportier model line is available with a fully electric powertrain. The model complements existing variants with plug-in hybrid, gasoline, and diesel engines, and it is manufactured in Solihull, UK, on the same production lines as those models. In Germany, prices start at 120,400 euros. The electric SUV is available in the Dynamic SE, Dynamic HSE, Autobiography trims, as well as a First Edition version.
Technically, the Range Rover Sport Electric is based on the MLA-Flex architecture and was developed alongside the already announced Range Rover Electric. Compared to the plug-in hybrid versions of the Range Rover Sport, its body structure is 61 percent stiffer, with the center of gravity reportedly 73 millimeters lower according to the manufacturer.
Powertrain and Suspension
At launch, two power levels are available. The EV450 delivers 331 kW (450 horsepower), while the EV550 outputs 405 kW (550 horsepower). Both versions are equipped with two electric motors, each producing 261 kW, one per axle. Range Rover claims a maximum torque of 850 Nm, the highest figure in the Range Rover Sport lineup. According to the manufacturer, this torque builds up 50 percent faster than in the Range Rover Electric. With the Dynamic Launch Mode activated, the vehicle is said to achieve 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, on par with the performance of the V8 petrol engine P540.
The Range Rover uses air suspension, twin-valve dampers, and the Adaptive Dynamics system for its chassis. According to the manufacturer, this system analyzes 100 parameters 500 times per second to reduce roll and pitch movements. The Dynamic Response Pro package, which includes electronic active roll stabilization (eARC) and all-wheel steering, is standard on the EV550 and available as an option on the EV450. The roll stabilization system can generate up to 1,400 Nm per axle.
Range Rover claims the vehicle can handle water depths of up to 900 millimeters and slopes of 45 degrees. A so-called virtual all-wheel drive system along with a specially tuned traction management system are designed to regulate power distribution between the two axles. The final testing phase took place at the marble quarries in Carrara, Italy, after which the vehicle was tested on other locations such as the private racetrack of the Magarigawa Club near Tokyo. Additionally, the manufacturer has developed a unique sound design for the different driving modes.
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Battery and Range
The vehicle is powered by a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 118.5 kWh, housed in a housing made of high-strength aluminum. WLTP estimates suggest the Range Rover can cover up to 609 kilometers on a single charge. The combined power consumption according to WLTP for both performance levels is at most 22.7 kWh per 100 kilometers. The current information does not indicate which version achieves the maximum range.
A revised radiator grille and new, aerodynamically optimized lightweight alloy wheels are designed to provide up to 16 kilometers more range at highway speeds. The ThermAssist system is responsible for thermal management. The manufacturer offers an eight-year or 160,000-kilometer warranty on the battery. To monitor battery condition, a digital twin of each battery is created, allowing detection of maintenance needs and installation of software updates via radio frequency.
Charging Capacity and Charging Times
The Range Rover Sport Electric uses an 800-volt architecture with a split-charging function. DC fast chargers are said to enable the vehicle to gain up to 220 kilometers of range within ten minutes. According to the manufacturer, it takes around 22 minutes to charge from 10 percent to 80 percent. However, these figures apply only under ideal conditions: at a charging station with at least 325 kW and 800 volts, at an outdoor temperature of 23 degrees Celsius, and with a pre-conditioned battery. Range Rover has not yet specified a concrete maximum charging power in kW.
Planning and searching for charging sessions are integrated into the new Range Rover app. For home charging, the manufacturer offers an optional dedicated wall charger called the Range Rover Home Charger.
Equipment and Personalization
Visually, the electric version differs from other Range Rover Sport models mainly through its altered grille and new wheels. Optionally available are a Black Pack along with a matte protective film (Satin Wrap). The First Edition comes in Zadar Grey with Satin Wrap, a black contrast roof, and 22-inch wheels. Buyers of the Autobiography version can also utilize Range Rover’s Bespoke Service, which offers additional paint colors, materials, and personalizations such as custom embroidery.
With the Range Rover Sport Electric, the brand now offers a second all-electric model alongside the larger Range Rover Electric. The Range Rover series includes the Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar, and Range Rover Evoque, and it is part of JLR’s brand portfolio, which also includes Defender, Discovery, and Jaguar.
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