Though the 2008 Range Rover Sport may be named
after Land Rover’s most popular SUV,
the vehicle is actually a shrunken version
of the LR3. And, while the word “sport”
might suggest the vehicle was created for
rocky terrain, the 2008 model is actually
geared towards on-road driving, just at a
very high level.
The
perfect luxury car rental for families or
those carrying a lot of luggage, the Range
Rover Sport is roomy yet not quite as bulky
as typical SUV’s. Refined steering and
suspension components, combined with all the
features that make Range Rovers so easy to
drive off-road, the vehicle is known for impressive
handling and style.
Available
in two trim levels, the HSE and the Supercharged,
the Sport comes standard with a permanent
four-wheel drive system with a two-speed transfer
case and a Terrain Response System. Automatically
setting powertrain, suspension and electronic
systems, the TRS optimizes traction based
on five different settings: general, grass/gravel/snow,
mud/ruts, sand and rock crawl - allowing
you to drive the SUV anywhere at any time.
The
HSE is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 and generates
300 horsepower and 315 pound-feet of torque
while the supercharged features a blown 4.2-liter
V8 that produces 390 horsepower and 410 pound-feet
of torque. Both engines in this exotic car
rental use a six-speed automatic transmission
with adaptive shift logic that will adjust
to both the road conditions and your personal
driving style.
And,
like all Land Rover car rentals, the interior
on the Sport is luxurious and extravagant.
Featuring power front seats, leather upholstery,
dual-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth
capabilities and a 14-speaker stereo system,
the cabin feels more like a house than a car.
And, for those who are serious about their
comfort, upgrades to walnut trim, adaptive
cruise control, heated front and rear seats,
satellite radio and a rear-seat DVD entertainment
system with LCD screens are always optional.
