2015 model shown
Independent review & score by Carivo
| Engine | 5.0L 8-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 14 / 19 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,800 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 566 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $62,086–$73,835 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 6.7/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 8.5/10, while Value at 4.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 4.9/10 for reliability, this suv trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 7.9/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.0/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining suvs to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.5/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $62,086–$73,835, 12 MPG, seating 5, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport sits in the premium tier of the suv category. The value score of 4.9/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 11 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport sits in the middle of the field. Until its reliability and value scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport ranks #2273 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 7% of the segment. Its 6.7/10 overall score is 0.7 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $62,086 starting price is about 72% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Across the Range Rover Sport model years we've scored, the 2015 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.2/10 | $87,601 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.2/10 | $87,601 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.1/10 | $85,050 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.2/10 | $82,498 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.1/10 | $79,947 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.1/10 | $77,395 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.1/10 | $74,844 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.0/10 | $72,292 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.9/10 | $69,741 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 6.8/10 | $67,189 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.7/10 | $64,638 | Read review → |
| 2015 (this review) | 6.7/10 | $62,086 |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Latches/locks/linkages / Doors / Latch 24/05/2019 · 19V392000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ranger Rover and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles. Due to a problem with the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch), the doors may appear to be closed but may be… |
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| Latches/locks/linkages / Doors / Latch 02/07/2020 · 20V387000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Range Rover and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under Recall 19V-392, however the repair may not have been… |
| Latches/locks/linkages / Doors / Latch 17/06/2015 · 15V385000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Range Rover vehicles manufactured July 26, 2012, to March 9, 2015, and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured February 18, 2013, to March 5, 2015. In… |
| Seats / Mid/rear assembly 25/09/2015 · 15V600000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured June 2, 2015, to June 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the second row seat back may not latch properly,… |
| Air bags 18/02/2015 · 15V093000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to February 5, 2015, and 2014-2015 Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured June 16, 2013, to February… |
Showing 5 of 9 campaigns — see the full list on NHTSA's site.
We rate the 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport's reliability 4.9/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 9 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
9 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 6.7/10 overall, ranking #2273 of 2454 suvs in our database (better than 7% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.
The 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport starts at $62,086 and ranges up to $73,835 across trims (MSRP when new). At 12 MPG, expect roughly $4,375/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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