A month after the electric Range Rover was revealed, the brand now launches the electric variant of its more dynamic ‘Sport’ model.
The Range Rover Sport Electric gets the same technical specifications as its bigger brother, but at a price that brings it closer to its main competitors.
The EV model retains the dimensions and overall look of the Range Rover Sport. Distinguishing features of the Electric are an aero‑optimised grille and specific wheel designs. JLR has also created a ‘unique sound design’ to emphasize the Sport’s dynamic character.
Two drivelines
The Range Rover Sport Electric comes with two drivelines: the EV450 and the EV550. Both use the same 118.5 kWh battery pack with an 800V architecture and two electric motors to offer Four Wheel Drive. But their power output is different.
The EV450 has a combined power output of 331 kW/450 hp, offering a 0-100 km/h sprint of 5.6 seconds. The EV550 delivers 405 kW/850 Nm for a 4.5-second sprint, and even 4.3 seconds in Dynamic Launch Mode. Both have a top speed of 200 km/h, weigh about 2.7 tonnes, and offer a 2.5-tonne towing capacity.
Range Rover abilities
Just like its bigger brother, JLR says the Sport doesn’t lose any of its off-road abilities in its EV specification. Wading depth is rated at 900 mm, and the EV can tackle 45-degree gradients and offers off-road drive modes.
The ‘Sport’ was always intended to be more driver-focused than the Range Rover. And this should also be the case for the EV variant.
Compared to the PHEV-engined Sport, the EV chassis is over 60% stiffer, while the battery lowers the center of gravity by 73 mm for a more engaging driving experience.
Those wanting the most dynamic driving experience of the range can opt for the EV550 version. It offers four-wheel steering and active anti-roll control.
Range and charging speed
JLR promises a WLTP range of up to 609 km, which should give a ‘real world’ range of over 500 km. The WLTP figure means the ‘Sport’ is a bit less efficient than its closest premium rivals.
The electric Porsche Cayenne manages up to 642 km on a 113 kWh battery, the BMW iX xDrive 60 up to 701 km on a 109 kWh battery, and the Volvo EX90 up to 625 km on a 106 kWh battery.
The Range Rover Sport’s charging speed is a strong point. With a 10-80% DC charging time of 22 minutes, it is on par with the Polestar 3 Dual Motor and the Volvo EX90. The Range Rover Sport EV can charge up to 220 km in 10 minutes.
The BMW iX’s technical base, however, is starting to show its age: it is based on a 400V architecture (compared to 800V for its competitors), and it takes 35 minutes to reach 80%. The Mercedes EQS also needs more than 30 minutes, regardless of the chosen variant.
But the Porsche Cayenne only needs 16 minutes. This makes the Cayenne one of the Range Rover Sport EV’s main competitors for daily use. Moreover, the Porsche’s towing capacity is rated at 3.5 tonnes, one tonne more than the ‘Sport’.
Pricing and deliveries
Belgian pricing for the Range Rover Sport Electric starts at €121.000 for the EV450 and €141.000 for the EV550. This makes it a bit more expensive than its main rivals, except for the Mercedes EQS, which starts at €124.000 for a rear-wheel-drive spec.
On the other hand, it is a much more ‘affordable’ option than the Range Rover EV, the brand’s lo model oThe non-sport Range Rover EV is priced from around € 160.000.
Range Rover Sport EV buyers can choose between Dynamic SE, Dynamic HSE, Autobiography and First Edition specifications. Bespoke ‘Autobiography’ specifications are also possible for the EV model. Order books are open; deliveries can be expected in the first quarter of 2027.
