2006 Range Rover Sport Model Year Details


2006 RR Sport SuperchargedIntroduction
2006 Model Year Statistics
Powertrain
Chassis & Suspension
Exterior
Interior
Standard Features
Special Editions
Technical Specifications
Other
Used Listings & Buying Info

Photo:  2006 Range Rover Sport Supercharged (Land Rover press photo).


Overview

The Range Rover Sport first hit the showrooms in mid 2005, branded as a 2006 model. It achieved Ford's goal of expanding the Land Rover lineup to five models (the others being the Range Rover, Discovery/LR3. Freelander/LR2, and Defender). It was aimed squarely at the "sports car SUVs" such as the BMW X3 & X5, Mercedes ML, VW Touareg and Porsche Cayenne, with the idea of equalling their on-road performance while blowing them away in off-road capability. The press materials accurately stated "Unlike rivals, its high performance doesn't stop when the road gets rough - or runs out."

Two models were available in the US, the HSE (with the 300 HP V8 engine shared with the Discovery/LR3), and the Supercharged, with a 390 HP supercharged V8 engine and had a top speed of 140 mph. engine. The rest of the world also had access to a TD6 turbodiesel V6 version.  The supercharged models, in addition to the supercharged engine, had unique seating surfaces, chrome exhaust extensions, Dynamic Response, Brembo front brakes, adaptive front lighting, cooler box, the cold climate package, 20-inch aluminum alloy wheels and black-on-silver badging.
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The manufacturer’s suggested retail price for the 2006 HSE model was $57,250. The 2006 Supercharged model retailed for $70,250. Prices included a $715 destination and delivery charge. A four year/50,000 mile warranty with complimentary scheduled service was included.

The introductory 2006 model instantly became wildly popular. During the second half of 2005, 10,441 "2006" Range Rover Sports were sold in the US, compared with 13,430 full size Range Rovers and 19,346 LR3s for the full year.

In the 2006 calendar year, approximately 19,000 Range Rover Sports were sold in the US. Partly as a result, the US became Land Rover's single biggest market, contributing about a quarter of the company's record sales of 192,500 vehicles worldwide. By the end of 2006, 75,000 Sports had been sold worldwide, and it had become Land Rover's best selling model, outselling even the Discovery/LR3.

Supercharged EnginePowertrain:

The Supercharged model used a Jaguar-derived 4.2-litre supercharged 287 kW(390 bhp SAE) V8 engine with 550 Nm (410 lb ft) of torque, mated to a ZF six-speed automatic gearbox. The HSE model used the Jaguar-derived 220 kW (300 bhp SAE) 4.4-litre normally aspirated V8, while the TD6 model (not available in North America) had a 2.7-litre 140 kW (190 bhp) turbodiesel V6 with 440 Nm of torque. The top speed was 130 mph for the base version and 140 for the supercharged version.

Photo: Supercharged RR Sport engine bay. Official Land Rover Press Photo

All models used a six-speed electronically controlled ZF automatic gearbox with "Command Shift" manual control and adaptive mapping. The traditional full-time four-wheel-drive system allowed low range to be electronically selected on the move. The center differential was electronically controlled to continuoously bias engine torqke to front or rear, and could also be locked with a switch.  The Terrain Response™ system, which made its production debut on the new Discovery 3/LR3, was standard on all models.  An electronically controlled rear locking differential was available as an option.


Sport off roadChassis and Suspension:

The Sport's Integrated Body-frame™ structure was first seen on the Discovery 3/LR3. For the Sport, the wheelbase was shortened by six inches (14 cm) to 108 inches. The new, more streamlined body panels were all steel, but lightweight magnesium alloy was used in the front structure and front crash crumple zone. There was a single tailgate with separate lifting glass.

Photo: 2006 RR Sport Off Road (Official Land Rover press photo)

The double-wishbone suspension was tuned for better on-road performance, and a new computer-controlled active anti-roll system (named "Dynamic Response") further reduced roll by sensing cornering forces and then controlling the sway bars to reduce lean. It also decoupled when off-road to allow greater wheel articulation. Dynamic Response was standard on the supercharged model, and optional on other versions.  The supercharged version also had four-piston Brembo front brakes. Electronically activated cross-linking of the left and right air springs to improve off-road traction was carried over from the Range Rover and Discovery/LR3.

The steering was a ZF servotronic rack and pinion system with variable ratio and speed sensitive power assistance.

19x9 inch wheels with 255/50R19 tires were standard on the HSE, while the Supercharged mosel came with 20x9.5 inch wheels and 255/45R20 tires.


consoleExterior:

Available Exterior Colors were:
Arctic Frost
Rimini Red
Buckingham Blue
Java Black
Zermatt Silver
Chawton White
Bonatti Grey
Giverny Green
Atacama Sand
Tonga Green
Cairns Blue
Legano Teal


Interior:

Seating (including the eight way power-adjustable front bucket driver seat) included high bolsters for lateral support and optional two-level cushion heating. The climate control system had dual zones and was CFC free. A bluetooth telephone integration system was also available. 

Available interior colors were as follows:

Ebony seats/Ebony carpet
Aspen seats/Aspen carpet
Alpaca seats/Alpaca carpet
Ivory seats/Aspen carpet
Ivory seats/Ebony carpet (Supercharged only).

Photo at right: RR Sport interior with Ebony/Ebony combination. (Official Land Rover press photo)

DisplayAudio & Navigation Equipment

Photo: 2006 RR Sport 4X4 interface display on Nav screen, showing steering position and wheel displacement. Detail from official Land Rover press photo).


Standard Features

Comfort and Convenience
 Safety & Security


Options:

Luxury Interior Package (cold climate package, premium leather, cherrywood trim, cooler box, adaptive front lighting) 
(HSE; Std. in S/C )                                                                                                                                                           $3,000

Cold Climate Package (front & rear heated seats, heated front screen, heated washer jets)    (HSE)                                   $1,300

Adaptive Cruise Control  (S/C)                                                                                                                                         $2,000

Rear Seat Entertainment (two integrated front headrest displays, six-disc DVD changer, touchscreen interface, remote control)  
(HSE; S/C)                                                                                                                                                                       $2,500

Personal Telephone Integration  (HSE; S/C)                                                                                                                      $400

Rear Differential Lock   (HSE; S/C)                                                                                                                                   $500

Satellite Radio (HSE, S/c)                                                                                                                                                  $400

 
2006 Model Year Range Rover Special Editions:

Sport SE:

In the US market, this was a limited production Range Rover Sport that was discontinued shortly after its production began. Land Rover corporate originally wanted to have three trim levels for the Range Rover Sport; the SE, HSE, and the Supercharged. When production of the Sport began in 2005, most of these first models were the low-end SE model. The SE lacked navigation, wood trim, Bluetooth capabilities, and the 19" wheels, among other things (using the 18 inch ones standard in the rest of the world). By the time the first of these SE models arrived stateside, the call went down the chain of command that the model would not be marketed after all. But the problem of all the produced models sitting on docks around the country remained. So what to do with them? Almost all were sold to salesmen at Land Rover centers for a killer price; somewhere around $32,000 to $35,000!

The Sport SE is a very rare duck, indeed and our spies have so far only seen one owned by an individual who is not a Land Rover salesman. The SE can be identified by the badge on the tailgate as it just says 'SPORT' where one would normally see 'SPORT HSE' or 'SPORT SUPERCHARGED'. The wheels are 18" and split-spoke alloys. If anyone has a picture of an SE pleae send it in!

If you know of any other special editions or model variations, please email me


Technical Specifications

Full technical specifications are available on the 2006 RR Sport Technical Specs page.

Other

Wading depth 700 mm (27.6 inches).
Ramp breakover angle (hi mode) 25 degrees

Please email me if you have any additional information that should be included on this page. 

Links to Range Rover Buying Information

General
Main Range Rover Sport Page
Buying a new or used Range Rover
Using a Buyer's Broker
Introduction to Range Rovers
SUV Comparisons
Custom Range Rovers
One Owner's Experiences
Ownership Experiences of Others
Range Rover Lifestyle Accessories
Common Symptoms and Fixes for Range Rover III

 North American Information Sources:
Used Range Rovers for Sale: Listings right here on Rangerovers.net
Range Rovers Wanted page: If you are looking for a specific model, advertise here.
Carsmith Motors Lowest price deals on new Range Rovers in the Western US -- without the dealer hassle experience
Western Fleet Buyer's broker -- use their buying power to save $$$ and eliminate dealer hassle on a new Range Rover
Automotive.com: New & Used Range Rover discount price quotes, 60-second auto loan quote, information, reviews, you name it!
Cars.com Buy, Sell & Research New & Used Range Rovers (Seems to have the largest selection of used RRs)
DealerDirectUSA.com Free new car quote service that matches you with the best price from with a dealership in your area.
Edmunds Used Range Rover Price Guide Page
eBay Used Range Rover Listings Direct Link to eBay Used Range Rover Listings
eBay.ca eBay Canada Used Car Listings (Buy or Sell)
Extended Warranty Information for Used Range Rovers up to 20 years old
Land Rover Farmington Valley -- direct link to used "Certified" inventory of the best dealer in the New York area.
LeaseTrader.com Save by taking over someone else's Range Rover lease
Sherman Oaks Exclusive Auto -- Southern California independent supplier of used Range Rovers, all rigorously inspected.
Range Rover New & Used Financing Page
 Special Vehicle Concepts: Customized Range Rovers (uprated power, interior & exterior upgrades)

UK Information:
New-Car-Deals.co.uk is one of the leading UK and European suppliers of new vehicles. They save you thousands while you avoid the Dealer experience!!
Carwatch UK: Provides complete vehicle history data for Used Range Rovers in the UK.
eBay Motors eBay UK Listings
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Worried about financing? See the Range Rover Financing Page
Looking for a specific model? Advertise on the "Range Rovers Wanted" page. 

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