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2018 Range Rover SVAutobiography turns luxury up to 11

Built with rear seat passengers in mind, performance numbers are also off the charts

Andrew McCredie
Nov 28, 2017  •  May 20, 2021  •  1 minute read  •  Join the conversation
The 2018 SVAutobiography now features a 557-horsepower 5.0-litre supercharged V8 gasoline engine mated to a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission.
The 2018 SVAutobiography now features a 557-horsepower 5.0-litre supercharged V8 gasoline engine mated to a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission.

What is it? Imagine a Bentley executive sedan on steroids, complete with an off-road capability that leaves most Jeep products in its tracks. Then there’s the 557-horsepower supercharged 5.0-litre V8 engine, capable of spiriting the beautiful beast from zero to 100 km/h in just over five seconds; power rear doors that close with a touch of a button; and a rear seat area described as ‘a sanctuary for relaxation that doubles as a mobile tech hub.’ Oh, and a rear seat fridge to keep the Grey Poupon chilled.

Why does it matter? If you’re the type who wants to read the Wall Street Journal while having a back massage as your driver navigates the Rubicon Trail, this uber-luxe utility matters. Seriously though, it matters because it puts Range Rover in the same conversation with the Gucci bag-ful of newcomers to the luxury SUV segment, including Bentley and Lamborghini.

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When will Canada get it? No word on when Canadians will get a crack at buying the hand-finished SUV created by Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations (SVO), but most likely in early to mid-2018.

Should you buy it? Again, no price in loonies yet, but its U.S. starting price of US$207,900 excludes the vast majority of us. That said, if you’ve got the money and need a sport-ute, saddle up (just wipe the mud off your loafers before climbing in please).

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