A bit of history. Some of you might remember I reviewed the then new RR Evoque as a possible replacement for the wife but it's boot didn't accommodate the son's w/chair but at that time said when the RR Sport arrived give me a call which they did so here's my findings.
Looks: Exterior
You either like or dislike Landrover's design language which I'm a fan of and these latest offerings have in my opinion not only modernized it for a new younger audience but has given it a much needed boost of aggression. The 21" rims on this car are actually big enough in my opinion and don't effect the ride one bit which I would touch on later. On collecting the car I saw a Corris Grey customer car which looks amazing as you see all the little details that a lost with this black one. Overall I'd rate this the best looking SUV of it's size currently on sale, better than the Cayenne, better than the Q7, better than the current X5 and based on photos only better than the new X5.
Interior:
Merc owners won't probably love the squared look of the RR Sport's interior but it really is a wonderful place to spend your time, the seats need special mention as they are in a league above everything else and on par with BMW's comfort seats, the range of adjustment is unreal. The high centre console, the steering wheel and it's direct nature all adds to the sporty feel the car gives off. Many are critical of the technology JLR use and whilst it does without iDrive/MMI it's actually a very pleasant system to interact with, call it old-school but I like having to push a button (touch screen) instead of a menu system and once on the move most of the important controls are there on the steering wheel. Rear space is acceptable rather than huge but for my average height I had plenty of space though I reckon two six plus footers one in front and one in the rear might feel less happy, boot again is acceptable rather than huge, it fits the son's chair without dismantling but once in there not much room for anything else.
Drive:
OK, it's no Porsche but it's currently the closest thing I've driven to achieving the shrink around you sense you get for the Cayenne, it's remarkably easy to place on the road which is a shock given that it's about 3" wider. Where it blows the Porsche into the weeds is comfort and cushioning you from the elements, no wind noise or engine noise is present at 70mph motorway speeds and ever so slight road noise but it's the fact that all other noises are missing that you even notice it at all, it's near that LandRover are in a league of their own. My Cayenne has only standard air suspension but compared to the RR Sport it leans more into the corners how LR have basically given a car weighing north of two ton and with a way higher than average CoG I will never know, it's truly remarkable and feels you with confidence to push the car harder into corners. The ride is extremely good at speed but only slightly above average at town speed where it's large rims and low profile tyres at felt but not in a harsh way.
Would I buy one?
I'm shocked to say it but if I buy another SUV this will be it........ AMAZING.
P.S.
Will post pics when I return as I'll be out of the office for several hours.
Looks: Exterior
You either like or dislike Landrover's design language which I'm a fan of and these latest offerings have in my opinion not only modernized it for a new younger audience but has given it a much needed boost of aggression. The 21" rims on this car are actually big enough in my opinion and don't effect the ride one bit which I would touch on later. On collecting the car I saw a Corris Grey customer car which looks amazing as you see all the little details that a lost with this black one. Overall I'd rate this the best looking SUV of it's size currently on sale, better than the Cayenne, better than the Q7, better than the current X5 and based on photos only better than the new X5.
Interior:
Merc owners won't probably love the squared look of the RR Sport's interior but it really is a wonderful place to spend your time, the seats need special mention as they are in a league above everything else and on par with BMW's comfort seats, the range of adjustment is unreal. The high centre console, the steering wheel and it's direct nature all adds to the sporty feel the car gives off. Many are critical of the technology JLR use and whilst it does without iDrive/MMI it's actually a very pleasant system to interact with, call it old-school but I like having to push a button (touch screen) instead of a menu system and once on the move most of the important controls are there on the steering wheel. Rear space is acceptable rather than huge but for my average height I had plenty of space though I reckon two six plus footers one in front and one in the rear might feel less happy, boot again is acceptable rather than huge, it fits the son's chair without dismantling but once in there not much room for anything else.
Drive:
OK, it's no Porsche but it's currently the closest thing I've driven to achieving the shrink around you sense you get for the Cayenne, it's remarkably easy to place on the road which is a shock given that it's about 3" wider. Where it blows the Porsche into the weeds is comfort and cushioning you from the elements, no wind noise or engine noise is present at 70mph motorway speeds and ever so slight road noise but it's the fact that all other noises are missing that you even notice it at all, it's near that LandRover are in a league of their own. My Cayenne has only standard air suspension but compared to the RR Sport it leans more into the corners how LR have basically given a car weighing north of two ton and with a way higher than average CoG I will never know, it's truly remarkable and feels you with confidence to push the car harder into corners. The ride is extremely good at speed but only slightly above average at town speed where it's large rims and low profile tyres at felt but not in a harsh way.
Would I buy one?
I'm shocked to say it but if I buy another SUV this will be it........ AMAZING.
P.S.
Will post pics when I return as I'll be out of the office for several hours.
