Land Rover Range Rover Sport – Mandy Ison’s Opinion of the Comfort:
Much like sitting in an upright chair with leg room to spare, the front seats of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport are high with an unimpeded view through the windshield, something any driver would appreciate. They are wrapped in soft and supple leather with large cushioned headrests and automatic controls that allow for maximum adjustability. On a sour note, my elbows would have fit comfortably on the padded armrests except for the deep bolsters on either side of the contoured bucket seats that dug into the back of my arms. The steering wheel is nicely rounded and thankfully lacked thumb rests which interfere with a secure grip. After adjusting the driver’s seat, the steering wheel required no tweaking for comfortable arm positioning. Though I liked the seating, the front cabin space is claustrophobic with a center console that rises from the floor in a solid wall between the driver’s and front passenger’s seat. The bolsters on either side of the bucket seats add to the confined feeling.

Surprisingly, I found the rear seats to be a bit snug in leg room (with the driver’s seat adjusted to my preferences), though swathed in luxurious leather in all directions. The headrests are large and well padded with DVD screens set into the front headrests, sure to delight those dying of back seat boredom. Unfortunately, these headrests also block the view to the front for back seat drivers who like to watch the road as they are chauffeured from place to place. Though there was no flip-down center console for the rear, the back of the front center console offered two large cupholders, power outlets, and independent climate controls. Entering and exiting was done with ease through either the front or back doors, which were wide and sturdy.

When punching the gas, engine roar intrudes into the cabin, something a friend of mine calls the “growl" of a powerful engine, a sound she loves and one I just find annoying. Road and wind noises were undetectable, even when ramping up to higher speeds. The trunk is spacious and the rear window can be opened separately from the tailgate, a convenience I wish I had with my own SUV. A leather cargo cover can be pulled over the bottom half of the trunk at adjustable lengths, effectively creating an isolated trunk space.

Land Rover Range Rover Sport – Ron Perry’s Opinion of the Comfort:
When it comes to the Range Rover, it is supposed to be all about comfort, right? I found the seats to be very comfortable and a suitable driving position easy to find. Not only is there a padded center console for your right arm, there is also a fold-away armrest with angle adjustment. Additionally, the door panels are equipped with nicely padded armrests. Need a cold drink? The Range Rover Sport has a fridge at your disposal located under the center console lid. It is small but will hold a couple of cans of soda. Two cupholders are provided for front seat passengers, but those riding in the back will have to do without. No water bottle holders are incorporated into the door panels, either. Entering the rear seat you will find limited foot and knee room and tight quarters for three adults, although headroom is sufficient. I was really disappointed with the rough ride and was surprised to find a suspension this stiff on such an expensive vehicle.

Land Rover Range Rover Sport – Christian Wardlaw’s Opinion of the Comfort:
The driver’s seat is excellent, and the driving position is perfect with a commanding view over the low, flat hood and past the thin windshield pillars. Yet, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport’s front chairs feel confining, and boosting yourself up into this rig isn’t easy. Add heavy, clunky doors to the mix, and the fact that our test truck didn’t have cooling fans for the leather seats, and it’s easy to tire of the Range Rover Sport. Still, it’s better to ride in front than in back. The rear wheel wells intrude upon entry and exit, and leg room is tight when tall people are sitting in front. Foot and head room are generous, however, and you can quit the gym if you buy one of these vehicles because raising the rear headrests requires plenty of strength.