The third-generation Range Rover Sport made its debut in the spring of 2022. The crossover has now been in production for more than four years, which means a mid-cycle refresh is on the horizon. One of the biggest updates on the way: a fully electric powertrain.
JLR Showcases the Electric Range Rover Sport at Goodwood
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) held a special event at the Goodwood Festival of Speed to demonstrate the capabilities of its upcoming electric vehicle. According to the manufacturer, the Range Rover Sport Electric will be the fastest and most dynamic version of the model ever built — while still preserving the SUV’s renowned off-road ability.
Exterior and Interior: What’s Changing
From the outside, the electric prototypes differ from the current Sport mainly through:
- Unique wheel designs
- Special projection lighting in the door sills
The production version, however, is expected to look noticeably different. Spy photographers have already spotted updated Range Rover Sport test mules featuring:
- Redesigned bumpers
- Revised headlights and taillights
- Other subtle exterior tweaks
Interior changes are also expected, though details haven’t been confirmed yet.
Putting the Electric SUV to the Test
During the demonstration, the electric prototypes were driven straight out of an aircraft fuselage, then tackled steep inclines, descents, and a test track. The message JLR wanted to send was clear: an electric Range Rover Sport can do everything its combustion-engine counterparts can.
The aircraft setup was, admittedly, pure marketing spectacle — though it did double as a practical way to showcase the vehicle’s approach and departure angles off-road.
Performance and Technology Upgrades
JLR hasn’t released full technical specifications yet, but engineers say the new EV platform brings:
- Improved powertrain traction
- Better handling across a range of driving conditions
- An upgraded audio system
It’s widely expected that the Range Rover Sport Electric will share its 550-horsepower electric powertrain with the Range Rover Electric. Full specifications are likely to be announced later this year, possibly alongside the facelift of the standard combustion-engine model.
Will the Combustion Engine Range Rover Sport Survive?
Fans of traditional engines can rest easy. JLR has confirmed that the Range Rover Sport lineup will continue to offer:
- Petrol engines
- Diesel engines
- Hybrid powertrains
alongside the new all-electric option — giving buyers a full range of powertrain choices when the refreshed model arrives.
Key Takeaways
- The Range Rover Sport Electric was previewed at Goodwood 2026, ahead of a planned model refresh
- Expect a 550-hp electric powertrain shared with the Range Rover Electric
- Production styling will differ from the prototypes, with revised bumpers and lighting
- Petrol, diesel, and hybrid versions of the Range Rover Sport will continue alongside the EV
- Full specs are expected later this year, possibly alongside a broader model facelift
Photo: Sergey Sechnev
This is a translation. You can read the original article here: Предпоказ электрического Range Rover Sport: по следам флагмана?
Published July 17, 2026 • 3m to read
