Range Rover’s cooler little brother is emerging from lockdown as a fitter and sleeker model. The focus on improving the dynamic capability of the ‘Sport’ has resulted in the body architecture becoming 35% stiffer. This is now in line with sports-car levels of stiffness.

The new Sport is 75mm bigger in the wheelbase for extra legroom and a longer overhang at the rear. However, it is 100 Kg heavier than the previous model which is resulting in high fuel consumption and CO2 figures. Thankfully there are two plug-in hybrids with an electric range of 54 miles and a pure EV will be available in 2024.

The sleeker makeover is most pronounced at the rear. The number plate has been lowered, and a visor-like read windscreen sits above the flush surface LED rear headlights. All door handles are flush-fitted and the front features the slimmest headlights fitted to any Land rover; crowning a slimmed down front grille. Alloys start from 20” and extend to a massive 23” option.

Step inside and the snug cockpit’s layout has been re-proportioned. The Steering wheel has been reduced and sits in front of the 13.7-inch digital driver instrument panel. The driver’s seat is 22m lower giving a cockpit feel in contrast to Range Rover’s traditionally expansive front cabin.

Tech is controlled via the 13.1-inch infotainment screen which features Land Rover’s Pivi Pro tech with Amazon Alexa built in. Each stereo speaker is hidden behind a textile panel for a luxurious feel. The 360 cameras now have downlighters to improve kerbside visibility for night time parking.

Order books are now open for the new Range Rover Sport, get in touch and we’ll be delighted to help you.