2016 Range Rover Sport SDV6 Autobiography Dynamic

Highlights 

• Revered second generation model

• Engine remapped for increased performance

• Highly specified

• Well-maintained with good service history and fresh MOT

• Excellent condition inside and out

Overview

SUVs have been around for donkey's years and it's a tried and tested formula that remains incredibly popular today, so when Land Rover announced the Range Rover Sport back in 2005 it didn't come as that much of a surprise. After all, the original Range Rover could very well be considered a sports utility vehicle in its own right, but what was the “Sport” model going to bring to the table?

Well, quite a lot as it turns out. Built upon the Discovery's chassis, the first gen Range Rover Sport came as a capable machine right out of the gate. As an answer to Porsche's Cayenne, the new Rangey certainly looked the part with its lower, sportier aesthetic and was offered with a host of engines, including a 503bhp, 5.0-litre supercharged V8. Sporty by nature as well as by name then.

Not everyone was convinced, however, with some deriding the original model for a lack of sophistication but we needn't have worried because the second generation Range Rover Sport, unveiled in 2013, put any and all doubts firmly to bed.

Sharing its underpinnings with the contemporary, “full fat” Range Rover, the new Sport model was a brand new car and way more advanced than its predecessor. Not only did it come fully loaded with all of the luxury bells and whistles one would expect, but the range of engines was still all-encompassing, offering more than enough performance whilst maintaining excellent ride quality meaning that the second coming of the Range Rover Sport presented as a real “do anything” machine. 

From school runs and towing trips to cross continental jaunts and everything in between the Range Rover Sport is a seriously capable and indeed versatile offering and this particular 2016 model is no exception. In excellent condition both inside and out the car has clearly been well-maintained and comes equipped with the proficient 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel engine but remapped to offer a more respectable and more fuel efficient 360bhp as reported by the vendor.

HPI clear and with just two former keepers the car's history is impressive and is backed up by various invoices and receipts with the vendor informing us that it drives very well and everything works as it should. Being the Autobiography edition the car comes complete with a luxurious interior, Pixel LED headlights, and a sliding panoramic roof in addition to the usual bits and bobs.

History and documentation

• 2016 model year

• V5C present and correct in the vendor's name

• First registered 14 Jun 2016

• In current ownership since Feb 2025

• Two former keepers

• Two sets of keys

• Original book pack

• Range Rover online service history showing services at the following intervals: service at 10,937 miles (2017 – main dealer), service at 25,000 miles (2018 – main dealer), service at 28,785 miles (2019 – main dealer), service at 40,061 miles (2021), service at 48,681 miles (2022)

• Receipt for additional service at 68,398 miles (2024)

• Numerous invoices for supporting and subsequent servicing and maintenance including timing belt replacement in Feb 2025

• The seller advises that the car had a full service in Feb 2025 for which there is not an invoice on file but the seller has reportedly spoken to the mechanic that carried it out to confirm

• Advisory-free MOT until 27 Nov 2026

• This car has a finance agreement in place which will be cleared upon a successful auction prior to collection

• Otherwise HPI clear

• ULEZ compliant

• 79,977 indicated miles

Interior

• In great shape throughout

• Minimal wear and tear commensurate with age and mileage,

• Some light deterioration to the gear knob

• Vendor reports everything works, including the heated seats and steering wheel

• Electric memory seats include electric headrests

• Meridian 700W hi-fi

• Leather in good condition

• No damage to report

• No issues with any of the digital displays

• Door cards and carpets look good, as do the Range Rover branded rubber over mats

• Dashboard looks to be free from marks and all switchgear is intact

• Boot space is clean and presents well

• Spare wheel and tyre plus jack all present and correct

• Engine bay in in fine fettle with no apparent rust or build up of grime

Exterior

• The exterior presents in excellent condition

• The car appears to be free from any major damage but there is a small scratch on the offside rear passenger door to note

• Some light marks to the wing mirror plastic

• The original paintwork retains its shine

• No apparent damage to the windows or light lenses

• All body panels are in alignment

• No evidence of any corrosion

• All four original 22” alloy wheels are in great shape but there is a small scuff on the nearside front

• Tyres are a mix of Davanti, Continental and Falken but the vendor reports all are good with 4mm to 5mm of tread

• The vendor informs us that the underneath is clean and there are no missing panels

• Tow bar present

Mechanical

• 360bhp, 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 engine (remapped Apr 2025)

• Eight-speed automatic gearbox

• Four-wheel drive

• New Battery fitted Oct 2025

• Timing belt replaced Feb 2025

• Front lower arms replaced Dec 2024

• Full service May 2024

• No mechanical issues to report

• The vendor informs us that the car starts, stops straight, goes very well, has had new brake pads fitted recently and a leak on the tailgate was also fixed at the expense of the dealer under the three month warranty they provided with the car

Summary

With plenty of low down grunt, subtly handsome looks and an incredibly comfortable cabin the Range Rover Sport is a lot of things to a lot of people. This particular Autobiography is particularly well-equipped and when combined with the extra oomph squeezed from its V6 engine it makes a lot of sense for those looking for a satisfying and capable daily. 

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Sudbury, Suffolk.