Performance:
There are four engines – 188bhp 2.7- and 268bhp 3.6-litre turbodiesels, plus a 295bhp 4.4-litre V8 petrol and a supercharged 4.2-litre V8 that serves up a whopping 385bhp. The 4.4 is fine in isolation, but it isn’t as punchy as key rivals so getting the best from it requires too much effort. For performance worthy of the Sport tag you need the supercharged unit.
Ride & handling:
The Sport uses an adapted version of the Discovery’s platform, but changes designed to provide a sharper drive don’t go far enough unless you specify the optional Dynamic Response active suspension. This works to counteract body roll, but is only standard on the supercharged car. All Sports are comfortable, however
Refinement:
The Sport makes a good long-distance cruiser. While the bluff shape and big wheels kick up some wind and road noise, engine noise is subdued and the cabin is a quiet place to be. The controls operate smoothly, although the 4.4’s auto ‘box often sits in a higher gear than you’d like, so can be frustrating.
Behind the wheel:
The Sport still has the king-of-the-road driving position that makes the larger Range Rover’s cabin so appealing. There’s a good range of seat and steering wheel adjustment, while all the controls are logically placed. The bulky centre console is angled towards the driver for a sportier feel, but while it’s loaded with switches, it’s easy to use.
Space & practicality:
The Sport seats four in comfort and five at a push. Head- and legroom are in plentiful supply all-round. Short rear doors also impede access to the back seat. The large boot also has the convenience of a separately opening rear screen for smaller items.
Equipment:
All Sports are well equipped, with four electric windows, a CD player, electrically powered seats and climate control. Entry-level S cars have cloth seats and you have to step up to SE to gain leather upholstery, reversing sensors, foglamps and a CD changer. Top-spec HSE and supercharged HST models feature satellite-navigation and metallic paint.
This Land Rover Range Rover Sport 5dr 2.7 TDV6 SE Auto contract hire offer is one of many vehicle contract hire special deals that are currently available from Allied Vehicle Contracts (AVC). We can tailor car / van leasing contracts to meet your individual needs as a business or private individual user. If you are opting out of a company car scheme and are looking for help with a personal contract hire lease or a personal contract plan (PCP) we can provide a special contract proposal for both these forms of finance on your chosen vehicle. This particular Land Rover Range Rover Sport 5dr 2.7 TDV6 SE Auto is also available on a Finance lease (with or without balloon), Hire purchase agreement (HP), Lease Purchase (with balloon) and Contract Purchase with a guaranteed residual value. We can adjust the car / van contract hire lease mileages to suit specific requirements, including 10,000pa, 12,000pa, 15,000pa, 20,000pa, 25,000pa and 30,000pa contracts. The lease hire term can be 18 months, 24 months, 36 months and 48 months. Full maintenance and service inclusive contract hire special offers are also available. For more information on this Land Rover Range Rover Sport 5dr 2.7 TDV6 SE Auto contract hire offer or for any other Land Rover contract hire deals call us now on 08000 288323.
All quotations are based on business user contract hire without maintenance.
Private user contract equivalents available - details upon application.
