The 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR MHEV achieves 18 MPG combined. Drivers concerned with lower fuel costs may look elsewhere, but the target buyer, specifically those who value performance, luxury, and road presence, likely sees this as the cost of owning such a vehicle. The SVR prioritizes fast acceleration, a loud exhaust, and feeling in command of a high-performance SUV. Buyers generally understand this tradeoff and often won’t care about how much fuel it consumes.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates the Range Rover Sport SVR gets 16 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. The city MPG reflects how the engine consumes fuel during frequent stops in urban driving, where the SVR’s weight, combined with its powerful, supercharged engine, reduces efficiency. Highway driving provides somewhat better results, but 22 MPG is still less than many other vehicles. This isn’t the best choice for long road trips if fuel cost is a concern, though its comfortable interior means it is well suited for cross-country journeys otherwise. Both MPG figures show the compromises needed for high performance in a large SUV.

Annual fuel cost

The EPA estimates the annual fuel cost for the 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR at $3,200. This number assumes 15,000 miles of driving per year and uses the national average fuel price at the time of calculation, with prices varying by region and changing throughout the year. This is a significant expense to consider when calculating the overall cost of owning this vehicle. While SVR buyers aren’t typically focused on fuel costs, even they might consider the impact of potentially spending thousands more each year on fuel compared to a more efficient option.

Real-world expectations

EPA estimates offer a standard comparison, but real-world fuel economy will vary based on driving habits and conditions. Driving aggressively, idling for long periods, and speeding decrease fuel numbers. Driving with gentle acceleration and at consistent speeds on the highway might slightly increase the numbers, but you shouldn’t expect much better mileage than the EPA estimates in real-world conditions. The vehicle’s weight and the engine’s power make it hard to significantly improve fuel economy, no matter your driving style. Expect your MPG to be within a couple of MPG of the EPA estimates.

How it compares

The Range Rover Sport SVR’s fuel economy is near the bottom of its class. A BMW X5 M, by comparison, gets 15 MPG city and 20 MPG highway. While still not great, that is better fuel economy than the SVR. The Porsche Cayenne Turbo offers similar performance with slightly better fuel economy. These competitors are also high-performance, luxury SUVs, so the fuel economy reflects that choice. If you want better fuel economy, consider a hybrid SUV, but these can lack the performance SVR buyers want. It is also important to remember that all Land fuel economy data reflects a brand-wide focus on power and capability, and you can also view ROVER MPG across all years for more data.

Tips to maximize efficiency

The Range Rover Sport SVR isn’t designed for optimal fuel economy, but owners can take steps to reduce fuel consumption. Avoid unnecessary idling, as the large engine consumes a lot of fuel even when the vehicle is stopped. Turn off the engine if you’re stopped for more than a minute or two to avoid wasting gas.

Accelerate gently and drive at a steady speed. The SVR’s supercharged V8 responds quickly, but each acceleration burns more fuel. Use cruise control on the highway to keep your speed steady and avoid unnecessary changes to the throttle.

Check tire pressures regularly. Underinflated tires increase rolling resistance, which lowers fuel economy. Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressure to improve fuel efficiency and handling.

Reduce extra weight. Carrying unnecessary cargo increases the vehicle’s weight, making the engine work harder and burn more fuel. Remove any items that you don’t need every day.