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2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is a full redesign and the first year of its second generation. Its biggest change is a new aluminum-intensive structure that cuts roughly 800 pounds compared with the previous model.
About the 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
2nd generation (L494), first year of the redesign
Land Rover positions the 2014 Range Rover Sport as the driver-focused member of the Range Rover family: quicker and more athletic on pavement than the larger Range Rover, but still a true Land Rover when the road ends. Its core appeal is the mix of luxury-SUV comfort, commanding seating position, strong towing and off-road hardware, and a noticeably sportier feel than many large luxury SUVs. Buyers choose it for that blend of speed, style, and real utility.
The SE and HSE pair a 340-hp supercharged V6 with an 8-speed automatic, while the HSE adds a panoramic roof and upgraded leather. The Supercharged is the performance-focused version with a 510-hp V8 and more advanced handling hardware; the Autobiography combines that V8 with patterned leather, a digital instrument display, and a 19-speaker Meridian sound system.
What changed, by category
Structural
A new aluminum-intensive body structure cuts roughly 800 pounds compared with the previous-generation Range Rover Sport. Four-corner air suspension is standard across the lineup.
Powertrain
The redesigned lineup uses a new 340-hp supercharged V6 or a 510-hp supercharged V8, both paired with an 8-speed automatic. Automatic engine stop/start is standard, and flexible-fuel versions joined the HSE, Supercharged, and Autobiography trims.
Styling
The exterior and cabin were redesigned for the second generation. The interior has a more modern layout and additional passenger space.
Tech
The Autobiography gains a digital instrument display and a standard 19-speaker Meridian surround-sound system. Heated front seats become standard on the HSE, while the Supercharged trim’s heated steering wheel changes from standard to optional.
2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Sprchrgd, 3.0L / V6, Sprchrgd, FF, 3.0L | V6, Sprchrgd, 3.0L / V6, Sprchrgd, FF, 3.0L | V8, Sprchrgd, 5.0L / V8, Sprchrgd, FF, 5.0L | V8, Sprchrgd, 5.0L / V8, Sprchrgd, FF, 5.0L |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd w/CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd w/CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd w/CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd w/CmdShft |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 340 hp | 340 hp | 510 hp | 510 hp |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 7716 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 62.2 cu-ft | 62.2 cu-ft | 62.2 cu-ft | 62.2 cu-ft |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Windshield | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||
| Cooled Rear Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Refrigerator/Cooler | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Range Rover Sport a new generation?
Yes. The 2014 Range Rover Sport is the first year of the second-generation L494 and represents a complete redesign rather than a minor update.
How much lighter is the 2014 Range Rover Sport than the 2013 model?
The 2014 Range Rover Sport is roughly 800 pounds lighter than the previous-generation model, mainly because of its new aluminum-intensive structure.
What engines does the 2014 Range Rover Sport have?
The 2014 Range Rover Sport has either a 340-hp 3.0-liter supercharged V6 in the SE and HSE or a 510-hp 5.0-liter supercharged V8 in the Supercharged and Autobiography. Both engines use an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Did the Range Rover Sport trim lineup change for 2014?
Yes. HSE Lux continues under the SE name, while the GT Limited Edition and Supercharged Limited Edition leave the lineup. The regular 2014 range consists of SE, HSE, Supercharged, and Autobiography trims.
Is the 2014 Range Rover Sport meaningfully different from the 2013 model?
Yes. The 2014 model is a ground-up redesign with a much lighter aluminum-intensive structure, new supercharged engines, an 8-speed automatic, standard air suspension, and a roomier, more modern cabin.
2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
4.5
2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
(40 reviews)
“2014 RR Sport is absolutely gorgeous! The 2014 RR Sport is the most beautiful SUV on the road!”
“Best new vehicle I have purchased in years. Anticipated my wants and has more than I expected. Some improvements could be able to change various default settings. Temperature and time displays need to be larger in front of steering wheel. 5 and 6 are too similar. This vehicle exceeds my expectations. After 6 weeks still discover new features.”
Sources
- media.landrover.com — 2013 / 09 / Land Rover Announces 2014 Us Model Lineup
- media.landrover.com — 2013 / 04 / Land Rover Reveals All New Range Rover Sport
- media.landrover.com — 2012 / 11 / Land Rover Debuts All New Range Rover And 2013 Model Year Line Los Angeles Auto Show
- media.landrover.com — 2014 / 07 / Enhanced Performance And Increased Personalisation Options 2015 Model Year Range Rover
- media.landrover.com — 2014 / 08 / 2015 Range Rover Sport Svr