Want exceptional range for a PHEV? Range Rover throws resources at that and other challenges
The Range Rover Sport PHEV offers one of the longest electric ranges among plug-in hybrids in Canada, claiming up to 82 kilometres on electricity alone, thanks to its large 38.2-kilowatt-hour battery. Real-world testing showed 72 kilometres of electric range under highway conditions at -8°C, with fuel consumption varying based on driving mode and battery usage. Despite its size and weight, the vehicle delivers strong performance and efficiency when operated in hybrid mode, leveraging both electric and gasoline power sources.
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Open this photo in gallery:The more powerful version of the PHEV has 543 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.Mark Richardson/The Globe and MailShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountThe plug-in hybrid version of the Range Rover Sport has almost the longest official electric range of any PHEV in Canada. It claims to be able to drive up to 82 kilometres just on electricity, and only the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e can travel farther – just an extra five kilometres.There’s no magic to this. The Range Rover Sport has a huge 38.2-kilowatt-hour battery attached to its electric motor and six-cylinder engine.
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