New Range Rover Sport HST Adds Straight-Six Refinement
New V6 engine delivers power, a more responsive experience, and a smooth ride.
The Range Rover Sport effortlessly combines dynamic on-road handling, luxurious refinement and trademark Land Rover all-terrain capability. The introduction of an all-new 400PS in-line six-cylinder 3.0 L engine enhances performance, refinement, and responses along with improved fuel economy.
Available initially on the special edition HST model, the all-new 400PS Ingenium engine is more responsive and better balanced than the previous V6. With about 406 lb.-ft of torque, it powers the Range Rover Sport from 0-60 mph in 5.9 seconds and to a top speed of 140 mph.
The smooth and responsive new six-cylinder unit has an innovative combination of advanced features, including the introduction of an electric supercharger to deliver immediate power response. Able to spool fully in just 0.5 seconds at up to 120,000 rpm via a direct connection with the throttle, the new technology virtually eliminates turbo lag.
Supported by a twin-scroll turbocharger and Continuous Variable Valve Lift, which boost power and help the engine breathe with maximum efficiency, the design of the all-new six-cylinder engine optimizes performance and fuel economy as well as reducing emissions, all with customary Range Rover poise and refinement.
These performance-boosting technologies work alongside a new Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV) powertrain that is underpinned by the new engine, bringing enhanced efficiency to the range with fuel economy of 30.5 mpg and reduced CO2 emissions. This is the latest step Land Rover has taken towards meeting its commitment of offering an electrified option on all new models from 2020.
The clever system is based around an all-new Start-Stop system that switches off when stationary and pairs the latest 3.0 L engine with an electric motor. This allows the system to harvest energy through regenerative braking and store it in a 48V battery for later use, such as when pulling away from a standing start.
Designed and developed in-house by Jaguar Land Rover, the latest six-cylinder Ingenium engine will be manufactured at the Engine Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, alongside the current four-cylinder petrol and diesel units.
Nick Rogers, Executive Director of Product Engineering, Jaguar Land Rover, said: “In-line six-cylinder engines are inherently better balanced than V6 designs and our all-new Ingenium unit builds on that promise to optimise efficiency in all operating conditions. Advanced features, including an electric supercharger, ensure distinctive Range Rover Sport performance and responses, while the intelligent MHEV system harvests energy to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions.”
Range Rover Sport’s new 400PS engine will be available on the special edition HST model, which features a unique combination of interior and exterior updates including bespoke badging and carbon fiber trim on the bonnet, front grille, side vents, and tailgate.
Inside, the 16-way Dynamic front seats feature an updated color pattern with suedecloth detailing on the steering wheel and gear lever, Satin Chrome gear shift paddles and an HST badged fascia. In addition, the available suite of safety enhancements includes optional Adaptive Cruise Control, featuring Stop & Go and Steering Assist, alongside High Speed Emergency Braking. Owners will also benefit from traditional capability features, such as Terrain Response 2.
Customers will have a choice of two alloy wheel designs and five exterior colors: Santorini Black, Fuji White, Indus Silver, Firenze Red and Carpathian Grey. The HST will be identified by red brake calipers, with a grey anodized option also available.
