- suv 120,157
- 4,840 below average
- 24,500 good
- Denver, CO
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- autoshopper.com
- 4,840 below average suv 120,157 white automatic
2012 land rover range rover review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. The smaller, sportier, less expensive range rover. introductionthe range rover sport blends on-road performance dynamics with off-road capability, boasting a powerful v8 engine and an agile chassis. The range rover sport seats five and is smaller than the flagship range rover but larger than the range rover evoque. the 2012 range rover sport is distinguished by some minor exterior styling changes. Among them: minor grille and headlight trim changes, a subtle change to the badges, body-colored door handles replace black handles. Range rover sport was launched as a 2006 model and received a major facelift for 2010. the 2012 model year brings upgraded technology. The 2012 range rover sport gets a new electrical system, updated infotainment functions and other amenities. 2012 range rover sport models comes standard with an upgraded 380-watt harman/kardon audio system with 14 speakers; an optional system delivers 825 watts through 17 speakers. The hard-drive navigation system that comes standard on all 2012 range rover sport models features updated graphics for more user-friendly operation. It's a little narrower as well and the roof is lower. Priced about $20,000 less, the sport is less luxurious than the big one and slightly less roomy. It's also a bit sportier. range rover sport and land rover lr4 share platforms, drive systems, suspension, and powertrain. The sport boasts more standard equipment, more upscale styling, and generally a more luxurious approach to the same mission: go anywhere, do anything, in any weather. The sport rides on a 108-inch wheelbase, five inches shorter than that of the lr4. the range rover sport is powered by a 5. 0-liter v8 made by jaguar, a 32-valve engine that makes 375 horsepower and 375 foot-pounds of torque. Its starting price, however, is the highest of this group, and arguably only the audi, bmw, infiniti, porsche, and vw are priced comparably. lineupthe 2012 range rover sport comes in three models: range rover sport hse 60,895), supercharged 76,095), and autobiography 86,795). (all prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices, which do not include destination charge and may change at any time without notice.) range rover sport hse comes with leather upholstery; dual-zone automatic climate control with pollen filter; gps navigation system with touch screen, 380-watt 14-speaker harman/kardon am/fm/ audio system with virtual cd/mp3 player, ipod and usb; rain-sensing wipers; front and rear park distance control; powers windows, locks, mirrors, seats; power sunroof; homelink garage door opener; footwell lights and puddle lights; folding rear 65/35 seat; and 19-inch alloy wheels. Heated front seats are not standard. For wood trim, there's a choice of walnut, anigre 350), or black lacquer 350). other options include an audio upgrade to an 825-watt harman/kardon system with 17 speakers plus satellite and hd digital radio 1,650); or just satellite and hd digital radio 750). The climate comfort package 1,500) adds heated front and rear seats, windshield, washer jets and steering wheel. the luxury package 4,700) adds the complete climate comfort package, plus premium leather including a leather-wrapped steering wheel; adjustable side bolsters for the driver's seat; a climate-controlled storage console; 20-inch alloy wheels; and 480 watts worth of harman/kardon sound with a changer for six physically present cds. The limited edition package 7,580) encompasses the luxury package (including the climate comfort package) plus the 825-watt stereo, paddle shifters on the steering wheel, black-lacquered 20-inch road wheels, and other styling tweaks inside and out. the supercharged adds an eaton supercharger that pumps up the horsepower of the jaguar v8 to 510, with 461 foot-pounds of torque. It also adds adaptive dynamics (sport-tuned active suspension with continuously variable shock tuning), heavy-duty brembo brakes with six-piston front calipers, adaptive xenon headlights with washers, paddle shifters on the steering wheel, the 480-watt stereo with sirius satellite radio, bright mesh grille and side vents, exhaust extensions, and its own oxford leathers. The front grille of the hse is subtly altered in finish, and a six rectangular openings now lighten the previously solid panel at the bottom. The fender grilles are now outlined in gloss black, and the door handles are now body color. Range rover sport was launched as a 2006 model and received a major facelift for 2010. the supercharged model is distinguished by bright-finish mesh in the front and side grilles, and gloss black backplates for front and rear light clusters. The autobiography has simplified front grilles, an open rectangle covered in mesh. Fender vents are simplified on the autobiography as well. range rover sport hse comes with 19-inch, 15-spoke wheels with an attractive turbine look. The luxury package upgrades to 20-inch rims with a bold five-spoke pattern; autobiography wheels are similar but boast a diamond turned finish. Supercharged comes with 20-inch, nine-spoke wheels enhanced by a sparkle finish. range rover sport is visibly smaller than the range rover. The overhangs are slightly shorter. Short overhangs aid off-road capability by increasing the angle of obstacles the vehicle can climb or cross without nudging the front or rear bumpers. The range rover sport wheelbase is 5 inches less than that of the range rover, which adds nimbleness to the handling but doesn't much affect the ride quality. The suspension on these range rovers is superb. Range rover sport is 7 inches less in overall length, which makes fitting in tight places a little easier, though the big range rover is easy to park and doesn't feel like a big truck, either. the lines are iconic; everyone recognizes a range rover, like everyone recognizes a porsche. It's basically a big box, but british designers have made it look sleek. interiorrange rover sport boasts a long list of standard equipment including pushbutton starting, a power tilt-and-telescope steering column, color driver information center between the main gauges, satellite navigation with voice recognition, ambient interior lighting with footwell and puddle lighting, and all of the usual power assists. heated front seats are optional. A power liftgate is available. The steering wheel is big and thick, having controls for audio, telephone and cruise control, and the seats are very supportive and comfortable for the long haul, with careful high bolstering. Climate Control✔ AM/FM✔ Cruise Control✔ MP3 Player✔ Navigation System✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Alloy Wheels
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