2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010
Crash Test
Not Tested
Source NHTSA
MPG (up to)
12 -13 City / 17 -18 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
375 -510
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Cathy J
That it's safe. Easy to drive can haul anything.
Awesome use for everything. Live driving it. Very useful to haul stuff. Very easy to drive. Great for vacation.
accountCircle Sierra G
I love how many add-on you can get.
I love my range Rover because it's a fast but also luxury car it comfortable and look great inside and out. I have TV's in the back seat warmers and a big truck. Some problems are that if you need air in your tires you have to go to the dealership which and be a bit pricey.
accountCircle Nicole N
Its s beautiful vehicle and cost a lot for oil changes and replacement parts.
A first I was reluctant in purchasing the range rover sport because I heard so many stories of engine problems. However. I have been extremely lucky with my beautiful vehicle. It's a little expensive to maintain but well worth it to me.
accountCircle Melissa E
Transmission the only fault.
It does not have any issues performance wise as long as all the maintenance is up to date. I will say it does seem like the transmission will go soon. So if you are okay with know you'll have to replace it that's the only issue. It is a 2012 and in 8 years you can tell whether it will go.
accountCircle Doley D
Owning a range rover is like living a dream.
My range rover main problem is usually the suspension fault, because the suspension tends to leak after a few years. But the rover perform very well. It is extremely reliable and very comforting to drive such a great car with so many great features. For example: the navigation system, memory seats, heated seats, sunroof, adjustable height, etc. Overall, I love my range rover.
accountCircle Jasmin Y
That is the safest and most comfortable car!.
It is luxurious, heavy, safe and so good to drive! I really enjoy driving it! There is nothing to complain about this car!.
accountCircle Mike M
Performance at its best when driving over a long period of time and distance. When arriving your are not tired because of the automobile comparability
It performance is great, it is reliable and comfort to drive and have many features and options to enjoy.
accountCircle Roscoe D
Absolute beast on or off road.
The range rover sport is an absolute beast. It is got plenty of horsepower and tons of torque for most of your daily driving needs while also being a luxury vehicle. Everything is wrapped in leather any part that is usually plastic in domestic vehicles is real metal or wood finishes. The only issue is reliability yes it is an expensive vehicle to maintain but that is to be expected when you pay 80k brand new for one of these so plan ahead before you buy and make sure you get a good example and you will never have to stress about it.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Travis B
Review on range rover sport hse.
The main thing I cannot stand about my 2012 range rover sport hse, is the paint. The clear coat on the vehicle is peeling off and range rover will not do anything to fix it and when I looked up reviews a bunch of people who own models around the same year have complained about the same thing.
accountCircle Megan M
This car is built like a truck, but drives like a car.
It is comfortable and luxurious however upkeep is very expensive. I have had many problems where the car has not been reliable. The car does drive smoothly and I like all of the capabilities. Also there is a lot of space m, comfortable seats, and the ability to tow if needed.

Land Rover Range Rover Sport Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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HSE Sport
375 HP 15 MPG 5 Seats
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HSE LUX Sport
375 HP 15 MPG 5 Seats
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HSE Limited Edition Sport
375 HP 15 MPG 5 Seats
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HSE GT Limited Edition Sport
375 HP 15 MPG 5 Seats
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SC Sport
510 HP 14 MPG 5 Seats
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SC Autobiography Sport
510 HP 14 MPG 5 Seats
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2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Owner Reviews

4.36
14 Reviews
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5 stars 57%
4 stars 29%
3 stars 7%
2 stars 7%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Melissa E on June 13, 2021
Transmission the only fault.
It does not have any issues performance wise as long as all the maintenance is up to date. I will say it does seem like the transmission will go soon. So if you are okay with know you'll have to replace it that's the only issue. It is a 2012 and in 8 years you can tell whether it will go.
accountCircle Travis B on May 17, 2021
Review on range rover sport hse.
The main thing I cannot stand about my 2012 range rover sport hse, is the paint. The clear coat on the vehicle is peeling off and range rover will not do anything to fix it and when I looked up reviews a bunch of people who own models around the same year have complained about the same thing.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Madison M.

It is a luxury vehicle and is the perfect size for me right now. It has an amazing classy aesthetic and look. I like the old body style better (which is what I have) because it does not look squished.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Madison M.

Where I live there is no dealership which makes it very difficult to maintain. It is also very expensive to keep up with, oil changes are way more than what you would think and the most expensive gas is what is recommended.

Ranks #12 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has an average owner rating of 4.46 out of 5 which ranks it #12 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #8 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has a combined MPG of 23 which ranks it #8 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Is The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport A Good Car?

Yes. It’s attractive, stylish, sleek with great features. A High profile vehicle that has outstanding, reliable performance
Jessica A.
Yes it is the top of the line on Sport Utility Vehicles. Sleek with good paint. Options for larger wheels. Regular maintenance is sometimes tricky with oil changes. It needs to be taken to a shop that... Read More
Hazel S.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Other than normal wear and tear, my vehicle has had no major problems. A speaker came loose and that’s highly annoying
Clement P.
It is reliable. Yet at times I wonder why the Service Required message isn't more detailed as in why wouldn't it say oil change required, or sensor malfunctioning. Something specific like other luxury... Read More
Robert M.

Is The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport A Good Value?

This is a higher priced vehicle. I don't feel it is overpriced though. I would say for what you receive, it’s a good value. It also holds its value well
Christy S.
It costed me around $30,000 I believe that was a good value for a car I believe will run well for many years to come and be available in times of emergency like vacating a hurricane prone area, off... Read More
Jessica H.

Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
(Not Rated)
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test
(Not Tested)
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety