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2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2016 Range Rover Sport is the arrival of the 3.0-liter Td6 diesel on the SE and HSE. This is an expansion year rather than a redesign, with new trims and more standard technology rounding out the update.
About the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
2nd generation Range Rover Sport (L494, 2014-2017 pre-facelift), third model year.
Land Rover positions the Range Rover Sport as the more driver-focused Range Rover: a luxury SUV with a lower, sleeker look than the full-size Range Rover, but still genuine off-road hardware and strong towing ability. Its core appeal is breadth. It can serve as a family SUV, highway cruiser, bad-weather vehicle, and trail-capable 4WD without giving up premium cabin materials or strong engine choices. Buyers choose it for that rare mix of speed, status, comfort, and real all-terrain capability.
The 2016 lineup stretches from the straightforward SE and comfort-focused HSE to several high-performance versions. The new HST Limited Edition bridges the gap with a 380-hp supercharged V6 and dark exterior details, while the Supercharged and Autobiography use a 510-hp V8. The 550-hp SVR remains the most performance-focused version, with its own suspension tuning, active exhaust, sport seats, and bodywork.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
SE and HSE gain a 3.0-liter Td6 diesel option. The new HST Limited Edition uses a 380-hp supercharged V6. Autobiography and Supercharged shift from flexible-fuel listings to gasoline.
Styling
The new HST Limited Edition adds a blacked-out exterior, dark gray 21-inch wheels, red brake calipers, and HST-specific cabin trim. Supercharged Dynamic becomes its own trim, and a more heavily equipped Dynamic Limited Edition joins it.
Tech
Smartphone integration, InControl Remote & Protect, and Automatic Access Height become standard across the lineup. Automatic Access Height lowers the vehicle to make getting in and out easier. V8 models also gain standard All-Terrain Progress Control, which manages speed at a slow, steady pace on difficult surfaces.
2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0L | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd CmdShft | Auto, 8-Spd CmdShft |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17–22 mpg | 17–22 mpg | 14 mpg | 14 mpg | 14 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23–29 mpg | 23–29 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 254–340 hp | 254–340 hp | 550 hp | 510 hp | 510 hp | 380 hp | 510 hp | 510 hp |
| Torque | 332–440 lb-ft | 332–440 lb-ft | 502 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 6614 lb | 7716 lb | 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 | 62.2 cu-ft | 62.2 cu-ft | 62.2 cu-ft | 62.2 cu-ft |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||
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| Automatic High Beams | ||||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||
| Heated Windshield | ||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||||
| Cooled Rear Seats | ||||||||
| Dual Power Rear Seats | ||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||
| Refrigerator/Cooler | ||||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2016 Range Rover Sport?
The biggest change is the addition of the 3.0-liter Td6 diesel to the SE and HSE. It gives those trims a more fuel-efficient alternative to the gasoline V6.
Was the 2016 Range Rover Sport redesigned?
No, the 2016 Range Rover Sport was not redesigned. It keeps the same basic body and cabin layout introduced for 2014, but adds diesel power, new trims, and more standard technology.
What is the 2016 Range Rover Sport HST Limited Edition?
The HST Limited Edition is a new 2016 bridge between the regular V6 trims and the V8 models. It has a 380-hp supercharged V6, black exterior details, dark gray 21-inch wheels, red brake calipers, and HST-specific cabin trim.
What technology became standard on the 2016 Range Rover Sport?
InControl Remote & Protect, smartphone integration, and Automatic Access Height became standard across the 2016 lineup. Automatic Access Height lowers the SUV to make entry and exit easier.
What changed on the 2016 Range Rover Sport V8 models?
The V8 models gain standard All-Terrain Progress Control for 2016. The system manages the vehicle at a slow, steady speed over difficult terrain, allowing the driver to concentrate on steering.
2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
(416 reviews)
“Overall, I love the Range Rover Sport diesel... particularly the high fuel mileage for the size/weight class... but some of its quirks have taken a bit of 'getting used to'. Quality is extremely high.”
“Rovers are vehicles that look good and work hard. There is more to them than just running groceries. They do not give up function to be all style. You can take their rigs into the woods, mountains, and swamps right off the showroom floor. They need to be cared for just like any other precision vehicle, but you don't have to avoid using it for tough jobs or crazy off-road adventure.”
Sources
- media.landrover.com — 2015 / 06 / Land Rover Announces 2016 Model Year Lineup
- media.landrover.com — 2016 / 11 / Land Rover Announces 2017 Model Lineup
- media.landrover.com — 2015 / 03 / Land Rover Debuts 2016 Range Rover Sport New 380Ps Hst Version
- media.landrover.com — 2014 / 08 / 2015 Range Rover Sport Svr