Electric Car News - Another luxury electric SUV enters the UK leasing market

Entering the UK leasing market another luxury electric SUV - Electric Car News

Land Rover are firmly in the UK's BEV economy for 2026 and beyond. Having announced the launch of their full-size Range Rover model last month, which you can read about here, the group's promise to engage more with zero-emission technology has not been made in jest.

No longer the king of the diesel engine, which is probably good news in light of the growing crisis at the pumps, the transition into battery tech has been a long time coming. To now have the iconic Range Rover Sport available in all-electric format is testament to a major success factor in the UK's automotive economy - confidence.

For any personal or business leasing customer considering the new RR Sport EV, there has to be some confidence in the quality and robustness of the product.

Slightly smaller than the full size model, this still reflects a £100,000 commitment to own or buy one. With the Sport being the leading car for many company directors, affluent families and aspirational younger drivers, there must be considered confidence in the long-term health and financial robustness of BEVs. 

Thankfully, the recent stats from the SMMT for the September 2026 UK automotive performance continue to make good reading with key takeaways including:

•  350,518 new car registrations in total (12% increase on 2025)
•  99,201 BEV registrations (a 36.3% increase on 2025)

•  BEVs had a 28.3% market share of the September 2026 registrations
•  454,947 BEVs have been registered in the UK between January and September 2026, which is a 30% increase on 2025
•  BEVs have a market share of 26.16% as at September 2026
•  The top 5 EV models included the Tesla Model 3 and Y, the BYD Seal and the Kia EV3 

The ascendancy of battery electric is continuing at a promising rate. So much so, we are looking to complete the year (2026) with at least 600,000 - 650,000 new car registrations in zero-emission format.

This is now a sizeable market which all manufacturers can now invest into, with firm knowledge that there are corresponding buying statistics to support their endeavours. When it comes to the luxury segment of the market, where the Range Rover will be looking to engage in, having both the financial and numeric confidence is paramount to the brand’s long-term health and business strategy.

Dynamic performance and Range Rover refinement, the new Range Rover Sport has now landed on the manufacturer website and is looking to deliver sporting luxury for those who embrace every drive.

A big factor of the new SUV is the innovation and electrified performance, with instant torque, dynamic electronic active roll control, precision with the dynamic mode, balanced with the air suspension, composed with the single pedal driving and  versatile with the 2.5 tonnes of capacity and optional towing range predication.

So, what options and specifications can you choose from?

As at October 2026 choose from:

•  Dynamic SE – from £109,810 this includes the Dynamic Exterior Pack, heated electric and power-folding door mirrors, winter wiper park, headlight power wash, heated washed jets, powered roof blind, heated steering wheel, air quality sensor, cabin pre-conditioning, wireless device charging, 13.1” touchscreen, Pivi Pro infotainment system, 2-zone climate control, powered tailgate, keyless entry, automatic access height, hill launch assist, dynamic stability control, gradient acceleration control, hill descent control, adaptive dynamics, all-terrain progress control, secure tracker pro (12 month), 3D surround camera, adaptive cruise control, front/rear parking aids, dynamic air suspension, automatic headlights and levelling and trailer stability assist;           
• Autobiography – from £122,780 this adds key features like pixel LED lights, 22-way heated and ventilated massage seats with memory; and 

•  First Edition – from £126,290 this adds key features such as digital LED headlights with signature DRL, front fog lights, illuminated metal tread plates privacy glass and natural black veneer. 

Key colours include Varesine Blue, Santorini Black and Zadar Grey (opt for the colour contrast or body-coloured roof). Key additional options include the Black Exterior Pack (for the gloss black grille, Narvik black surround and Narvik black vents).

You can add the towing pack to include the electrically deployable towbar. Some of the more luxury additional options to your electric RR sport include the front centre refrigerator, 12.4” rear entertainment screens, Wi-Fi Enabled plans for your phone and devices, domestic plug socket for the interior and the laminated front/rear glass.

You can build your own on the Range Rover website like any other of the luxury SUV derivatives.

How will the new RR sport EV perform?

At present (October 2026) there is just one battery option to choose from:

EV550 - this AWD SUV will have an 118.5kWh usable battery which will offer 0 – 62 times of 4.5 seconds, 124 mph top speeds and 405 kW (or 543hp). Expect a combined winter range of 260 miles with warmer weather allowing for 340 miles – a combined 300 miles.

On charging, the 22 kW AC max will allow 6 hour and 30 min 0 – 100% charging times with the 325 kW DC maximum allowing 23 minute 10 – 80% times. A cargo volume of 627L is available with this car. It has a vehicle fuel equivalent of 102mpg. This EV will have no Bidirectional charging and the car will be able to tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 2500kg (Braked). The heat pump is standard.

Need more help and advice on a new or used EV?

Head to our Range Rover Sport Electric Car Lease deals  and get in touch with our expert team on 01942 910 001 or by emailing us at [email protected].