Land Rover Range Rover Sport specs: horsepower, fuel consumption & ground clearance
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport in Kenya: 1 version from 2014–2018, 288 hp, 12 km/L, 213 mm ground clearance. Read the Land Rover Range Rover Sport buyer’s guide for prices and what to check.
All versions at a glance
| Version | Power | Torque | Clearance | Economy | Fuel / month* | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Range Rover Sport 3.0 SDV6 3.0L SDV6 twin-turbo V6 diesel · Automatic · 4WD · 2014–2018 | 288 hp | 600 Nm | 213 mm | 12 km/L | KES 28,500 | KES 6M–12M |
*1,500 km a month at KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) (diesel: KES 227.76/L). Typical factory figures — individual cars vary.
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L V6 turbo diesel (2014–2018)
2014–2018 · typical price KES 6M–12M · source: GariSpec model library
- Power
- 288 hp
- Torque
- 600 Nm
- Engine
- 3.0L V6 turbo diesel (3.0L SDV6 twin-turbo V6 diesel)
- Engine size
- 2,993 cc
- Cylinders
- 6
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Ground clearance
- 213 mm
- Fuel economy
- 12 km/L
- Fuel tank
- 86 litres
- Seats
- 5
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.2 s
- Top speed
- 210 km/h
Kenya Fit
- Off-road capableLow-range 4WD and 213 mm of ground clearance for rough tracks, game drives and flooded roads.
- Hill & load ready600 Nm of torque climbs Mai Mahiu with a full load without strain.
- Easy overtaking288 hp makes overtaking lorries on the Nairobi–Nakuru highway quick and safe.
What it means in plain English
Power — 288 hp, “Strong”. Effortless at any legal speed. You will rarely use all of it — but it is there when you need it.
Torque — 600 Nm, “Very strong”. Climbs Mai Mahiu fully loaded, tows a trailer and pulls through mud without fuss.
Ground clearance — 213 mm, “SUV”. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
Fuel economy — 12 km/L, “Average”. Typical for an SUV or larger saloon. At KES 227.76 per litre of diesel (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 19,000, 1,500 km about KES 28,500 and 2,500 km about KES 47,500.
Engine — 6 cylinders, “The silk-smooth cruiser”. Naturally balanced and refined, with effortless highway pace. Noticeably thirstier than a 4. Servicing costs more, but parts for Toyota/Lexus V6s are easy to find.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?
Depending on the version, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport makes 288 hp — 3.0L V6 turbo diesel (2014–2018): 288 hp and 600 Nm. Effortless at any legal speed. You will rarely use all of it — but it is there when you need it.
What is the fuel consumption of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
3.0L V6 turbo diesel: about 12 km/L (≈ KES 28,500 a month for 1,500 km). Costs use KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) and diesel at KES 227.76/L. Factory figures — Nairobi traffic uses more.
What is the ground clearance of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
About 213 mm. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
What engine does the Land Rover Range Rover Sport use?
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport in Kenya comes with: 3.0L SDV6 twin-turbo V6 diesel. Noticeably thirstier than a 4. Servicing costs more, but parts for Toyota/Lexus V6s are easy to find.
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2WD, AWD or 4WD?
Versions sold in Kenya are 4WD. The 4WD versions have low-range gears for steep, rough tracks.
How many seats does the Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?
5 seats.
How much is a Land Rover Range Rover Sport in Kenya?
Typical Kenyan asking prices for imports in good condition are about KES 6M–12M, depending on year, mileage, grade and whether duty is paid.
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Typical factory figures for each version. Individual cars vary with trim, market and condition — confirm against the car’s documents and auction sheet. Spot a mistake? Tell us.