The Range Rover Sport Electric joins the standard Range Rover in offering a zero-emission powertrain, utilizing dual motors that generate 550 horsepower and 850 Nm of torque. Powered by a 118.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, the luxury electric SUV targets a WLTP range of 609 km, supported by an 800-volt architecture enabling rapid DC charging from 10 to 80 percent in approximately 22 minutes.
Powertrain Specifications and Performance Metrics
Underneath the exterior, the Range Rover Sport Electric shares its foundational architecture with the larger Range Rover battery-electric vehicle. The dual-motor setup places one motor on each axle to deliver standard electronic all-wheel drive, producing a combined output of 550 horsepower and 850 Nm of torque.
Engineering adjustments give the Sport variant a distinct performance profile. Power delivery on the Sport is tuned to be 50 percent faster than its non-sport stablemate. When the driver engages the Dynamic Launch mode, the vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds.
Battery Capacity and Charging Performance
An 118.5-kWh lithium-ion battery pack supplies energy to the dual-motor system. The manufacturer rates the pack for up to 609 km of driving range on the WLTP cycle, with real-world estimates dropping to approximately 537 km.
The vehicle utilizes an 800-volt electrical architecture designed to minimize charging times at high-power DC fast-charging stations. Plugged into a rapid charger, the SUV can replenish up to 220 km of range in 10 minutes, or complete a 10 to 80 percent state-of-charge replenishment in roughly 22 minutes. Owners manage public and home charging parameters via a dedicated smartphone application, while the automaker offers an optional home charging unit for residential installation. The high-voltage battery carries a warranty of eight years or 160,000 km.
Design Modifications and Chassis Rigidity
Distinguishing the electric variant from internal combustion engine models requires a close examination of subtle styling cues. The vehicle features an aerodynamically optimized front grille and model-specific alloy wheels designed to reduce drag, contributing up to 16 km of additional range at highway speeds.
Structural adjustments accommodate the heavy battery pack while altering vehicle dynamics. The chassis features a 61 percent increase in structural rigidity compared to plug-in hybrid variants, alongside a center of gravity lowered by 73 mm.
Trim Levels and Market Availability
Land Rover distributes the Range Rover Sport Electric across four distinct trim levels: Dynamic SE, Dynamic HSE, Autobiography, and First Edition. Official pricing figures remain unreleased.
The flagship First Edition includes a contrasting black roof and 22-inch alloy wheels as standard equipment. Meanwhile, the Autobiography trim integrates access to the brand’s bespoke personalization service, granting buyers an extensive selection of exterior paint colors, interior trim combinations, and luxury finishes.
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