2025 Range Rover Sport SV and Autobiography PHEV Review: Supercharged Sophistication Meets Silent Power
Experience the 2025 Range Rover Sport SV and Autobiography PHEV — the future of luxury performance SUVs with 626 hp V8s, up to 53 miles of EV range, luxurious interiors, and off-road DNA. This is your in-depth look at electrified sophistication with a punch.
Once Upon a Trail: How a Legend Grew
In the far-out 1970s, Land Rover realized that farmers should have luxury and royals should have mud flaps. What they got was the original Range Rover: square, tough, and strangely beautiful. Cut to 2025, and that dowdy-but-handsome pioneer has evolved into a luxury behemoth.
Enter the 2025 Range Rover Sport SV — a twin-turbo V8 missile dressed in a tuxedo — and the Range Rover Sport Autobiography PHEV, the plug-in hybrid SUV that allows you to drive silently to Whole Foods and ascend a mountain afterwards. Duality at its finest.
The Interior: British Craft Meets Silicon Valley tech
Open it up and. sigh. That’s the thump of you falling into Windsor leather seats, or the new-age vegan Ultrafabrics™ ones if you’re feeling different. Build quality is first-rate, from the knurled aluminum rotary controls to the smooth, teak-grained trim.
A 13.1″ curved glass infotainment display (with a zero learning curve).
Meridian Signature Audio — 34 speakers so crisp you’ll hear Adele breathe.
Cabin Air Purification Pro, panoramic roof, and headrest noise cancellation (due to toddlers).
Reclining rear seats, massaging seats, and more legroom than the average downtown condo.
From driving your boss to your bulldog, this cabin says, “You’ve made it.”
Performance: Roar or Whisper — You Choose
This monster packs a 626-hp twin-turbo V8 (borrowed from BMW’s M catalog, if we’re being honest). 0–60 mph? 3.9 seconds. It even has a special “SV Mode” that lowers the ride, firms the steering, and makes the exhaust sing like Freddie Mercury with a sore throat — loud and glorious.
Range Rover Sport Autobiography PHEV:
Don’t be fooled by the “eco” sticker. This plug-in hybrid makes 543 hp and 590 lb-ft torque. It accelerates to 60 in less than 5 seconds, and covers up to 53 miles in EV mode — great for city drivers dodging gas stations like avoiding kale at a BBQ.
Safety: Smarter Than Your Teenager’s Phone
Land Rover did not cut corners here. Even the SV model is a genius on wheels:
360° cameras that can see more than your neighbor’s Ring doorbell.
Adaptive Cruise with Steering Assist (essentially a co-pilot).
Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Emergency Braking.
ClearSight Ground View™ — so you can see the rocks under.
Safety? Check. Peace of mind? Double check.
Capability: Trail-Tested, City-Approved
Yeah, it might look like it should be outside Nobu, but don’t get too fooled. This SUV is a Land Rover, after all.
Terrain Response 2 accommodates sand, snow, rocks, or — let’s be real — Trader Joe’s parking lots.
Wades through water up to 35.4 inches. (Yes, that’s deeper than your ex.)
Tows more than 7,700 pounds. Bring your boat, trailer, or emotional baggage.
Off-road cruise control: set it and forget it.
Pricing and Availability (June 2025 Update)
Range Rover Sport SV Edition Two
Starting at $180,700
Limited production — act quickly or cry later
As tested: $204,875 (carbon brakes and suede headliner)
Range Rover Sport Autobiography PHEV
Base: $118,700
As tested: $128,865
Now available in U.S. dealerships, with national rollout continuing
Pros and Cons
Pros:
Blistering acceleration (SV)
Whisper-silent electric driving (PHEV)
Best-in-class interior finish
Off-road capability meets red carpet sophistication
Loaded with advanced features
Cons:
Price sticker high enough to induce heart
SV Edition is scarce and difficult to obtain
There are still some infotainment idiosyncrasies
PHEV braking isn’t as smooth as it should be
Overall Verdict: Who’s It For?
If you desire the quickest, most glamorous, and most menacing SUV on your block — acquire the Sport SV. If you’re an eco-conscious motorist who desires a luxurious SUV that can travel electric without sacrificing brawn, the Autobiography PHEV is your solution.
Both are luxury Swiss Army knives — with more features than you’ll ever use, but you’ll love knowing they’re there. In a world of compromises, Range Rover says: “Why not both?”
FAQ
How far can the 2025 Range Rover Sport PHEV go on electric only mode?
Up to 53 miles of EPA-rated electric range.
Is the 2025 Range Rover Sport SV electric?
No. It’s a mild-hybrid V8 with 626 hp.
How much does the 2025 Range Rover Autobiography PHEV cost in the United States?
Starts at $118,700, with most fully loaded models at $128,000–$130,000.
Can I drive the Range Rover PHEV off-road when it’s in EV mode?
Yes. The EV mode enables full off-road capability through Terrain Response 2.
What Range Rover is best for performance enthusiasts?
Range Rover Sport SV — 0–60 in 3.9 seconds with dynamic drive modes.
