Image: Land Rover Range Rover Sport Electric — official image
First public look at Range Rover Sport Electric
Range Rover has given buyers a first proper glimpse of the Range Rover Sport Electric, showing camouflaged prototypes at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK. The new model will be the first fully electric version of the Range Rover Sport, sitting above today’s mild‑hybrid and plug‑in hybrid variants.
During a private showcase linked to the event, the prototype was driven through a set of specially prepared obstacles – including tight climbs and circuit laps – to underline that the electric version is intended to offer the same off‑road confidence as existing Sport models, but with higher on‑road performance.
Power, battery and range: what’s expected
Range Rover has not yet confirmed full technical data, but multiple company briefings and international reports point to the following expected figures:
- Dual‑motor all‑wheel drive layout, with one electric motor on each axle
- Power output around 542–550 hp, targeting performance similar to the current high‑output Range Rover Sport
- Battery capacity of about 118 kWh
- Estimated driving range of over 300 miles (around 480 km) per charge under international test cycles
- Fast‑charging capability on an 800‑volt architecture, with a claimed 10–80% top‑up in roughly 20 minutes according to overseas coverage
These numbers are based on Range Rover’s own early information and international media estimates, so final official specs may change when the production model is revealed.
Launch timing and price expectations
Range Rover has confirmed that the Range Rover Sport Electric will be formally unveiled later this year for global markets. Overseas reports suggest deliveries could start around 2027, with the electric Sport positioned close to the upcoming Range Rover Electric in the brand’s price ladder.
Industry analysts expect a starting price near USD 100,000 in major markets. Converted for guidance, this is roughly Rs 1.3–1.4 crore before taxes and duties. For Nepali buyers, the actual sticker price will be much higher once local import duties, excise and dealer margins are applied.
Part of a wider Range Rover Sport line-up
The arrival of the Range Rover Sport Electric will not replace combustion engines in the Sport range. Range Rover has stated that the Sport line‑up will continue to offer:
- Six‑cylinder petrol engines
- Six‑cylinder diesel engines
- V8 mild‑hybrid petrol variants
- Plug‑in hybrid models (PHEVs)
This means buyers will be able to choose from traditional fuel, hybrid and new all‑electric options within a single model family, depending on their priorities for performance, running costs and charging access.
What it means for Nepali buyers
For Nepal, the Range Rover Sport Electric will be a niche, high‑end luxury EV. The key takeaways for interested buyers are:
- It is a fully electric performance SUV with expected power around 542–550 hp and range near 480 km per charge.
- It is designed to maintain the Sport’s off‑road ability while improving on‑road speed and refinement.
- Global launch is due later this year, with international deliveries likely from 2027; Nepali availability will depend on distributor allocations and local homologation.
Given the expected price and duty structure, the Range Rover Sport Electric will mainly appeal to buyers looking for a flagship luxury EV with strong performance and off‑road capability, rather than an everyday family EV. Nepal AutoMart will track official Nepal‑specific pricing and exact specifications once the local distributor issues a formal announcement.
Reported by the Nepal AutoMart news desk. Prices verified against Nepal AutoMart's own distributor-sourced data.
