Off-Roading in A Plug-In Hybrid? You Can Do It in the Range Rover Sport

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@ 03/09/2026

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Land Rover

MSRP

HIGHS

Impressive electric-only driving range, oodles of curb appeal, legitimately capable off-road.

LOWS

Expensive starting price, infotainment interface takes some getting used to, hybrid powertrain could use a little refinement.

VERDICT

A plug-in powertrain takes the mid-size Range Rover Sport’s performance and fuel economy up a notch.

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EPA Est. Range

51–53 Miles

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Seating

5 Seats

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Powertrain

Hybrid

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Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

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Limited Warranty

4 Years/50,000 Miles

By Drew Dorian

Overview

A leather-lined cabin, off-road capability, and a plug-in hybrid powertrain combine in the chic Range Rover Hybrid. Two versions of the gas-electric powertrain are offered, one making 454 horsepower and the other pumping that output up to 543.

Electric driving range is higher than average for the plug-in hybrid SUV class, and in our testing, the Range Rover Sport Hybrid managed to cruise at highway speeds for as far as 54 miles before the gas engine was required. Inside, the Range Rover Sport Hybrid offers the same premium experience as the rest of the Land Rover lineup, and its mid-sized shape provides ample room for adults to stretch out in both rows of seats.

Expert Tip: If you’re ready for a fully electric Range Rover Sport, Land Rover has one coming soon. We review it separately.

What's New for 2027?

Land Rover is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Range Rover Sport this year, and a Twenty Edition model has been added to the lineup, complete with sport seats, special doorsill treadplates, and your choice of Sanguinello Orange, Santorini Black, or Ostuni White.

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Pricing and Which One to Buy

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Hybrid Powertrains: turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder and one electric motor, 454 hp combined (P460e), turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder and one electric motor, 543 hp combined (P550e)
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain: four-wheel drive

Both P460e and P550e plug-in hybrid powertrains consist of a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six and an electric motor, but the latter makes a combined 543 horsepower while the former makes 454. Four-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic are standard on both variants, but the P550e comes standard with an adaptive air-spring suspension system and a brake-based limited-slip differential, while those are optional on the P460e via the Stormer Handling package.

The Range Rover Sport Hybrid delivers a well-damped, even ride and relatively athletic handling for an SUV this size. Not only does a Range Rover need to perform on the road, but it also needs to be capable of tackling off-road trails. The Sport Hybrid model comes with an adaptive off-road cruise control feature and off-road driving modes. On our recent test drive, we were impressed with the top-trim P550e's vim and ride quality, but we felt that the changeover from EV to gas power could use a bit more refinement.

0–60-MPH Times

C/D 60-mph Test: 4.8 seconds (P460e), 4.4 seconds (P550e)

In Comparison: The P460e and P550e models both felt quick and reached 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and 4.4 seconds, respectively, in our testing.

Towing and Payload Capacity

Max Towing: 6614 pounds

The Range Rover Sport Hybrid can tow up to 6614 pounds when equipped with the proper trailer hitch.

Range, Charging, and Battery Life

C/D Range Test: 48 miles (P460e), 54 miles (P550e)
EPA EV Range: 53 miles

A 31.8-kWh battery pack gives the Range Rover Sport Hybrid up to 53 miles of electric-only driving range, according to the EPA. In our real-world range test, the P550e model actually beat its government figure, achieving a result of 54 miles before the battery ran out of juice.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

C/D 75-mph Highway Fuel-Economy Test: 55 MPGe/25 mpg (P460e)
EPA City Ratings: 21 mpg
EPA Highway Rating: 22 mpg

With fuel-economy estimates of 21 mpg city and 22 mpg highway, the Range Rover Sport Hybrid isn't as fuel-efficient as you'd imagine a hybrid to be. Factor in the electric driving range, and its fuel efficiency looks rosier at 53 MPGe combined.

On our 75-mph highway fuel economy route, the P460e achieved 55 MPGe in EV mode and 25 mpg in hybrid mode, beating its EPA estimates. We also clocked the P550e at 26 mpg in hybrid mode in our testing. MPGe stands for miles per gallon of gas equivalent, an EPA metric that estimates PHEV and EV vehicle fuel efficiency. For more information about the Range Rover Sport Hybrid's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

First Row: Inside, the Range Rover Sport Hybrid's interior takes a minimalist approach to luxury. The design is streamlined, and the material quality is premium. Semi-aniline leather upholstery is standard, but you can opt for fabric-trimmed seats if you want to avoid cowhide. The front seats feature heat, ventilation, and massage; automatic climate control is standard. All models come with a power sunroof, a power rear liftgate, a power-adjustable steering column, a head-up display, and a suede headliner. An integrated cabin air purification system is available and is said to reduce odors, bacteria, viruses, and allergens.

Second Row: The spacious second row features climate controls for the rear-seat passengers as well as heated seats. Unlike some other mid-size SUVs, the Range Rover Sport Hybrid is not offered with an optional third row of seats.

Cargo Capacity: The Range Rover Sport Hybrid offers a generously sized 32-cubic-foot cargo bay. In our testing, we fit 10 carry-on suitcases behind the rear seats and 27 in total with the second row folded down.

Infotainment and Connectivity

Infotainment: 13.1-inch touchscreen
Connectivity: Bluetooth, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Audio System: 19-speaker Meridian stereo (standard), 29-speaker Meridian stereo (optional)

The Range Rover Sport Hybrid's dashboard offers plenty of digital real estate, with a large 13.1-inch curved touchscreen serving infotainment duties and an even larger 13.7-inch screen parked in front of the driver to display the gauges. Land Rover's Pivi Pro interface is the company's best attempt at in-car infotainment yet, but it's not without its quirks. The displays are crisp and clear, though, and it looks high-end floating above the upholstered dashboard.

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity are standard, and all Range Rover Sports come with Amazon's Alexa. A wireless smartphone charging pad is cleverly integrated on a shelf just beneath the infotainment screen, too. A 29-speaker Meridian stereo system is optional on the Dynamic SE and standard on the Autobiography.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

A host of driver-assistance features are standard, including automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a 360-degree exterior camera system. An adaptive cruise control system is also included, and it even has an off-road feature.

Standard Safety Features: automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control

For information about the Range Rover Sport's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites.

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

The Range Rover Sport's warranty coverage is about average for its class, but it doesn't include complimentary scheduled maintenance. The purchase price of its key competitors—the BMW X5 Hybrid and the Volvo XC90 Hybrid—includes three years or 36,000 miles of complimentary scheduled maintenance.

Limited Warranty: four years or 50,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: four years or 50,000 miles
Hybrid Component Warranty: eight years or 100,000 miles
Complimentary Maintenance: none

C/D Test Results and Specs

Each year, we put hundreds of vehicles through our rigorous instrumented testing regimen. If the data in the chart below is for a different model year, that's because this vehicle hasn't changed from when we last tested it, and the test results remain accurate.

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Specifications

Specifications

2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport P550e Autobiography PHEV
Vehicle Type: front-engine, front-motor, 4-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon

PRICE
Base/As Tested: $120,550/$127,255
Options: rear-seat entertainment system, $3150; Towing pack (advanced towing assist, hitch receiver), $1200; Black Exterior pack, $750; Firenze Red Metallic paint, $710; Convenience pack (power tailgate with gesture activation, cargo floor partition with net), $385; Wi-Fi with data plan, $360; second-row domestic plug socket, $150

POWERTRAIN
turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve 3.0-liter inline-6, 395 hp, 405 lb-ft + AC motor, 215 hp, 332 lb-ft (combined output: 543 hp, 590 lb-ft; 32-kWh lithium-ion battery pack; peak charge rate, AC/DC: 7.2/50 kW)
Transmission: 8-speed automatic

CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: multilink/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 15.8-in vented disc/14.6-in vented disc
Tires: Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season
285/45R-22 114Y M+S LR PNCS

DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 118.0 in
Length: 194.7 in
Width: 78.9 in
Height: 71.7 in
Passenger Volume, F/R: 55/50 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind F/R: 53/32 ft3
Curb Weight: 6444 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 4.4 sec
100 mph: 11.2 sec
1/4-Mile: 13.0 sec @ 108 mph
130 mph: 19.9 sec
150 mph: 29.2 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 5.6 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 3.1 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 3.9 sec
Top Speed (gov ltd): 152 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 179 ft
Braking, 100–0 mph: 363 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.82 g

Interior Sound
Idle: 40 dBA/3 sone
Full Throttle: 76 dBA
70-mph Cruising: 66 dBA/19 sone

C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 24 MPGe
75-mph Highway Driving, EV/Hybrid Mode: 61 MPGe/26 mpg
75-mph Highway Range, EV/Hybrid mode: 54/490 mi

EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 22/20/23 mpg
Combined Gasoline + Electricity: 53 MPGe
EV Range: 51 mi

C/D TESTING EXPLAINED

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