27-03-2025
Range Rover Sport SV Sets New SUV Benchmark at Yas Marina Circuit
The Range Rover Sport SV has rewritten the rulebook for luxury performance SUVs, delivering a record-breaking lap time of 2:20.405 at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. This achievement marks the fastest lap ever recorded by both an SUV and a four-door production vehicle on this iconic track.
This milestone reinforces Range Rover's position at the forefront of high-performance luxury mobility, merging groundbreaking innovation with unmatched power. The lap was expertly completed by Emirati racing driver Saeed Al Muhairi, who piloted the vehicle in its standard production configuration—underscoring the model's factory-built excellence in handling, technology, and comfort.
At the heart of the Range Rover Sport SV lies a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing an impressive 635 horsepower and 750 Nm of torque. Capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds, this is the most powerful Range Rover ever engineered. Designed for exceptional road dynamics, the vehicle features the revolutionary 6D Dynamics suspension system—an industry-first, hydraulically linked setup that eliminates traditional anti-roll bars while ensuring extraordinary composure under hard cornering and rapid acceleration.
Braking performance is equally advanced, with massive 440mm front discs—part of a Brembo Carbon Ceramic braking system—setting a new standard for stopping power in the SUV segment. These brakes are paired with ultra-lightweight 23-inch carbon fiber wheels that help shave off 76 kg of unsprung mass, boosting agility and responsiveness. A quad exhaust system adds to both performance and the assertive sound signature of the vehicle.
Visually, the SV model asserts its dominance with a carbon fiber hood and bold exterior accents that highlight its performance-oriented identity. Inside, the experience is equally elevated. SV Performance Seats provide secure support for spirited driving, while the pioneering Body and Soul Seat integrates audio-synchronized vibration technology, immersing occupants in a multi-sensory experience that transforms music into a physical sensation.
Bruce Robertson, Managing Director of JLR MENA, emphasized that setting this record at one of the world's most demanding circuits demonstrates the brand's relentless pursuit of innovation. He stated that the Range Rover Sport SV stands as the ultimate fusion of brute strength and refined luxury, redefining expectations in the high-performance SUV category.
More than just a lap record, the performance at Yas Marina showcases the Range Rover Sport SV's engineering superiority. With its class-leading powertrain, advanced chassis and suspension systems, and an interior crafted for immersive comfort, the SV sets a new standard for dynamic luxury—delivering exhilarating performance without compromising the iconic sophistication synonymous with the Range Rover name.
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