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Still coming off a significant refresh for 2010, the 2012 Range Rover Sport's differences are mostly minor. New this year are a fine-tuned touch-screen navigation system with voice control, a sound system that's been upgraded to 380 watts and 14 speakers, a revised rear-seat entertainment system with wireless headphones, power open and close liftgate, plus minor grille and headlight changes. Range Rover Sport is again offered with two engine choices and in four trim levels: the base HSE, HSE with Luxury Package, Supercharged, and the top-line Autobiography edition.
In 2010 the Range Rover Sport enjoyed a significant freshening, receiving two new 5.0-liter powerplants (normally aspirated and supercharged), along with styling updates reflective of the increased power. This year the changes are less substantive: The Extended Leather Package and contrast stitching on seats, center console and door panels are now standard on HSE Lux and Supercharged trims, a new Vision Assist Package is available, and both standard and optional audio systems have been upgraded.
For 2010, a new 5.0-liter V8 pumping out 375 horsepower replaces last year's 4.4-liter V8, while the Supercharged model receives a 510-horsepower version of the new engine and styling updates including subtle changes to the exterior and steering wheel paddle shifters. Improvements have also been made to the Range Rover Sport's brakes, suspension and Terrain Response System.
Looking for something as plush as the big Land Rover Range Rover but with a more playful side? Try the smaller Range Rover Sport. The Sport's shortened wheelbase means slightly less passenger and cargo capacity, but the tradeoff in improved stability, ride and handling is well worth it. Off-road ability is not forsaken, either, and the Range Rover Sport can climb the steepest terrain with the best in its class, even with its performance tires that are oriented more toward pavement use. Available with a 390-horsepower Supercharged V8 engine, the Range Rover Sport is well equipped to do battle with the likes of the Porsche Cayenne, Mercedes-Benz ML and Infiniti FX45.
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why ads?By JK (PA) on Monday, November 28, 2011
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 23,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "Looks, performance, quality of vehicle"
Cons: "Would love a 3rd row of seats"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I fell in love with this car the first time I saw it. I've now owned it for over 2 years and can honestly say it is by far the highest quality vehicle I've ever owned. I have teenagers and even they love to be seen in this car."
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By kris (TX) on Sunday, May 06, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 9,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "fun to drive"
Cons: "none so far"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I love driving this sport. I have the luxury model and wouldn't trade it for anything. Tons of power, comfortable seats, awesome sound system, and it looks amazing."
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By carfan3 (CT) on Thursday, October 27, 2011
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 51,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsPros: "great value, no hassles, drives like a sedan"
Cons: "bad Navigation, weak bluetooth"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"this is our second RRSport... driven them over 100k in total and our only complaints are that the blue tooth to the phone sucks, the rear seats are not made for long distance travel and the NAV system is from the dark ages... have had no mechanical issues with either one and both have been solid and things like tires and brakes have lasted much longer than comparable vehicles. Still gets comments at the car wash!"
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