SVR Carbon Edition and HSE Silver Edition introduced.Optional air ionization system is improved for better air quality.Diesel V6 engine has been discontinued.
Pros Comfortable and luxurious cabin Sporty handling and acceleration Impressive off-road capabilities
Cons Modest cargo capacity for the class
The 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is unranked in Luxury Midsize SUVs due to missing safety data. Currently, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport's overall score is not available, though its Critics' Rating, Performance score, and Interior score are based on our evaluation of 40 pieces of research and data.
Pros Powerful engine lineup Composed ride and handling Solid off-road ability Luxe cabin materials
Cons Distracting infotainment and climate controls Below-average predicted reliability
Land Rover has made few changes to its mid-size Range Rover Sport for 2021. Besides a revised in-cabin air ionizer, the HSE Silver Edition model joins the lineup and the Premium Black Pack appearance package is now available on the HSE Dynamic trim. The HSE Silver Edition model comes standard with silver exterior trim and unique 21-inch black wheels with a diamond-turned finish. .
Pros Plenty of powertrain choices, upscale exterior styling, luxurious interior trappings.
Cons Tight third-row passenger space, buggy infotainment system seems, not a fuel-efficient choice.
New Premium Plus package includes third-row power seats and premium audio.Acoustic glass on front side windows.Amazon Alexa compatibility.
Pros Impressive off-road capability in a segment largely without it High seating position provides a good view of the road Easy-to-use interior controls
Cons Compromised cargo space and third-row seat Uncomfortable seats Poor fuel economy and acceleration Rough ride on broken pavement
The 2020 Lexus GX is a rugged luxury SUV for those few who want serious capability in a plush package.The 2020 Lexus GX 460 is probably the most capable off-roader valet parked in front of a swanky restaurant or an upscale shopping center, at least as long as there are no Range Rovers present.
Pros Rugged personality Safety tech now standard Decent tow rig Cushy ride
Cons Funky tailgate Lousy fuel economy Trucky handling Cramped row three
Lexus has made few changes to its aging GX SUV for 2021, but it has added a Premium Plus trim between the mid-range Premium and top-spec Luxury models. It comes standard with a power-operated third-row of seats and a Mark Levinson premium stereo system. The GX's infotainment system now offers Amazon Alexa compatibility. A heated wood-and-leather steering wheel is now optional on the Premium and Premium Plus models..
Pros Legit off-road capability, standard driver-assistance tech, quiet interior..
Cons Hard-bottomed second-row seats, not as cargo-friendly as some rivals, outdated infotainment.