Range Rover Sport Price in Kenya | Specs | Full review

Range Rover Sport is perceived to be the Sports version of the Range Rover. It is slightly smaller than the Autobiography and other huge Range Rover SUVs and has a more sporty design. Below, we have a full look at the Range Rover sports, this includes prices of different models and their specifications.

Introduction to the Range Rover Sport

Range Rover Sport is popular on Kenyan roads(although not many people own one). The car is a full SUV but not as huge as the Autobiogra[hy. It is manufactured by the British automotive company Jaguar Land Rover which is a Subsidiary of Tata. You can however import from different parts including Singapore and Japan. Range Rover sports compete with other luxury vehicles from Europe such as Audi Q7, BMW X6 and Mercedes GLA Cope.

There are also other models from the Range Rover family that you can choose from, this includes the Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Vogue, Range Rover Autobiography and the Range Rover Velar.

Range Rover Sport Price in Kenya

In Kenya, one can import cars that are 8 years old and less, here, we will look at the cost of models in that category. You can also opt to buy these models from dealers in major towns in Kenya including Kisumu, Mombasa, Nakuru and Nairobi. Below is a price list for the models.

If your budget is low, you can choose to buy older models, since you can not import older models than the above listed, you will have to buy locally, just ensure that you for one that is well maintained, here is the price range of the Range Rover Sport models that have local owners.

Range Rover Sport specifications

The Range Rover Sport is not short of awesome features, we are going to see all of the features that it comes with below.

Sport comes with different trims, as you climb the trim level, the more features you will get. The main trim levels are the HSE version, SVR version and the all Autobiography trim.

1. Range Rover Sport Exterior

The car has a curvier shape and is also aerodynamic, this is to try and live up to its “sports” name. That said, it still maintains simple and classy look.

Here are the most noticeable exterior features of the Sport:

• This is a 5 doors SUV(two front, two rear and the tailgate)
• The ground clearance is 8.4 inches which is great on Kenyan roads
• The windows are fitted with private glass, you can see the inside from the outside, however, when inside, you clearly see the outside
• The tailgate is electric-powered
• This car also has a panoramic sunroof
• The wheels are 20 Inch alloy
• On the SVR trim, you get deployable side steps
• There is also a Quad exhaust on the SVR trim while the others have twin exhaust
• The suspension can be lowered or lifted, this allows easy boarding and alighting
• At the back is the electric-powered towing bar
• Finally, there are different colors of the Range Rover sports to pick from

2. Range Rover Sport interior

Just like other Range Rover models, the interior of the Sport is spacious and luxurious.

Here is what you will get to provide you with a luxurious ride:

• Sport either comes as a 5 seater or 7 seater
• The interior is leather with wood and metal decorations
• The legroom and headroom on both rows are great
• Climate control is available and the seats are heated
• Range Rover Sport does not just have memory seats, they are adjustable and are electrically operated
• The boot space is great
• Below, the boot, you find a spare wheel
• Storage space in the cabin is also not limited, this includes the cubby boxy, two glove boxes, cup holders on both rows, door bins and seat jacket pockets
• You also get a small fridge next below the center box
• There is a gesture control feature that opens or closes the panoramic sunroof
• On the second row, the middle seat can be converted into an armrest with cupholders
• The meridian music system is fitted on this SUV
• There are USB ports and sockets on both rows
• They are two infotainment screens on recent models, one controls the seats plus climate zone and the is for other functions such as Bluetooth, navigation, etc
• The new model comes with a digital driver display
• There are different driving modes to choose from depending on the driving condition

3. Range Rover Sport engine

There are different engine types for the Range Rover sports, some might only be available on some models.

Here are the engine specs options for the vehicle:

• The common engine capacities on the Range Rover Sport are the 3.0 Liter and the 5.0 Liter
• The engines will come with a V4 or V6 or V8 cylinder configuration
• The fuel can be either diesel or petrol with a hybrid option available
• Power ranges from 258ps to 575ps
• The fuel consumption ranges between 5 to 8 km/l depending on the specif engine you go for and your driving style
• Range Rover Sport comes with an 8-speed automatic gearbox and manual variants though not so common
• Paddle shifts are available to stimulate a better driving thrilling
• This Range Rover is an All Wheel Drive
• The tank capacity is up to 105 liters

When it comes to driving, the Range Rover Sport does not feel sporty, it rather drives like an SUV. It however handles very well. In offroading, this Luxury SUV will handle most of the rough terrains. The Range Rover Sport might not be the car for point A to point B movement, it is rather that car for long rides.

Range Rover Sports might not feel like a sports car, but you will still enjoy driving it. It also has a luxurious interior and its exterior spells out class. Maintaining and fueling the car however, comes at a high cost just like it’s expensive to buy one.