Comparison of the Range Rover Sport
Which Range Rover Is Right for You?
The Range Rover lineup covers more ground than any single model could on its own. Comprising of SUVs from compact to full-size, each Range Rover variant occupies a distinct position defined by size, powertrain capability, and intended use. For 2026, the Range Rover Sport lives at the performance end of that spectrum, built for drivers who want athletic dynamics without sacrificing the refinement that defines the brand.
At Land Rover Nashville, our clients across Brentwood, Franklin, and the greater metro come to us with different needs, and understanding where the Range Rover Sport stands relative to its siblings makes that decision considerably easier.
Performance
2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport P360
- Engine: 3.0-liter inline-six mild hybrid (MHEV)
- Horsepower: 355 horsepower
- Torque: 369 pound-feet
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
2026 Land Rover Range Rover (P400)
- Engine: 3.0-liter inline-six mild hybrid (MHEV)
- Horsepower: 395 horsepower
- Torque: 406 pound-feet of torque
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (P400)
- Engine: 3.0-liter inline-six mild hybrid (MHEV) turbo
- Horsepower: 394 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm
- Torque: 406 pound-feet @ 2,000 rpm
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (P250)
- Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder
- Horsepower: 246 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm
- Torque: 269 pound-feet @ 1,300 rpm
- Transmission: Nine-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
Range Rover Sport vs. Range Rover: Performance vs. Presence
The full-size Range Rover is the flagship, and it carries that role with a focus on passenger space, rear-seat luxury, and long-wheelbase configurations that seat up to seven. Its 24-way front seats with hot stone massage functionality and Executive Class Comfort Plus rear seating speak to a vehicle designed as much for rear passengers as for whoever is behind the wheel.
The Range Rover Sport prioritizes the driver's experience above all. Its standard 3.0-liter inline-six produces 355 horsepower, with a more potent 395-horsepower version available in Dynamic SE trim. The SV configuration steps up to a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 producing 626 horsepower, making it the quickest vehicle in the lineup. Towing capacity reaches 7,716 pounds on most trims, rivaling the full-size model's 8,200-pound maximum. For Nashville drivers who split time between city commutes and weekend use on terrain around the Duck River or Percy Priest Lake, the Range Rover Sport model's electronic air suspension and 11 inches of ground clearance deliver capability without the bulk of the flagship model.
Range Rover Sport vs. Range Rover Velar: Shared Sophistication, Different Intent
At first glance, the Range Rover Velar and Range Rover Sport share an aesthetic sensibility rooted in sharp lines and minimal surface detailing. Both offer a 3.0-liter inline-six engine with 395 horsepower. Where the Velar's design leans toward a gallery-like interior calm with its floating center console and flush door handles, the Range Rover Sport cabin tilts toward driver engagement, with a 13.1-inch curved touchscreen, 22-way memory front seats with massage, and a powertrain range that extends well beyond anything the Velar offers.
The Velar is the right choice for someone whose priority is design-forward composure at a somewhat lower entry point. The Sport is the choice when the road itself matters as much as the destination.
Range Rover Sport vs. Range Rover Evoque: Entry Point vs. Main Event
The Range Rover Evoque introduced a generation of buyers to what a smaller, agile footprint feels like, and it remains a compelling vehicle. Its turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivers 246 horsepower, and its compact proportions work naturally in tighter city environments. Brentwood's mix of suburban corridors and Nashville's denser neighborhoods both suit the Evoque well.
The Range Rover Sport operates at a fundamentally different scale of performance and capability. Its starting horsepower output is nearly 110 more than the Evoque's single engine option, it tows nearly twice the weight, and its wading depth and off-road geometry place it in a different category for drivers who regularly encounter rougher conditions. If the Evoque represents an introduction to the Range Rover experience, the Sport represents a full commitment to it.
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3 Cadillac Drive
Brentwood, TN 37027
- Dealership: 615-986-6000
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