Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2005–2009 car dimensions: 4788 mm long, 1928 mm wide and 1817 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,530 kg. Braked towing is 3,500 kg.
The cabin offers dual-zone automatic climate control as standard for individual front temperature settings. Electronic cruise control with steering-wheel controls is standard, while adaptive cruise is an option on Supercharged models. Front and rear parking sensors are standard. A colour touch-screen is standard for the DVD navigation system and 4x4 information display. No reversing camera, blind spot warning, lane keep or automatic emergency braking is listed as available.
Boot space measures 958 litres with rear seats up and expands to 2013 litres with seats folded. The split-folding rear seats and removable loadspace cover support everyday luggage needs.
Braked towing capacity is 3500 kg and unbraked is 750 kg across models, with a towing pack available. Payload varies by specification around 480-590 kg. Electronic air suspension with load levelling is standard, and Dynamic Response suspension is standard on Supercharged or optional on HSE for better body control when loaded or towing.
The cabin has a sporty cocooning feel with a high command driving position and sculpted supportive seats. Leather upholstery is standard along with dual-zone automatic climate control. Eight-way power front seats are fitted as standard. A power sunroof is available. Heated front and rear seats plus a centre console cooler box come on higher grades or packages.
Petrol models return around 12 city / 18 highway mpg and need premium fuel.
Six airbags standard including dual front, front side and full-length curtains.
ABS, brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control and hill descent control standard.
Terrain Response system with five modes standard.
Electronic air suspension standard on all models.
No NHTSA or IIHS crash-test ratings published for this generation.
Petrol V8 engines are powerful but use a lot of fuel in mixed driving. Diesel options were available in some markets and offer better economy.
The car uses electronic air suspension that can develop leaks over time and needs regular checks. Terrain Response and the two-speed transfer case support both road and off-road use.
Standard safety kit covers multiple airbags plus stability, traction and hill-descent systems. Adaptive cruise control was an option on higher models. No independent crash-test star ratings were issued for these years.
Keeping the car means watching the air suspension and following a full service history. Complex electronics and four-wheel-drive components benefit from specialist attention.
Length 4788 mm, Width 1928 mm, Height 1817 mm, Wheelbase 2745 mm (Range Rover Sport 2005–2009)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport USA brochure.