2025 RANGE ROVER PLUGIN

ELECTRIC RANGE ROVER COMING; PLUGIN VERSION DEBUTED AS 2019 MODEL

The first all-electric Range Rover is due to arrive in U.S. showrooms this year as a 2027 model. In the meantime, a plugin hybrid version  (PHEV) that offers limited all-electric driving has been around since 2018 when it debuted as a 2019 model along with the smaller Range Rover Sport.

The first generation Range Rover PHEV came with a 2.0-liter turbocharged  4-cylinder gas engine paired with an electric motor offering 398-404 horsepower and 472 pound-feet of torque. Electric-only driving range was a scant 31 miles.

The 2025 Range Rover L460 comes with a 3.0L, turbocharged inline-6 engine and an electric motor that ups horsepower to 460 ponies and torque to 660 lb-ft. (P460e) and 560/800, respectively, for P550e trims.

With a larger battery, all electric range has been stretched to up to 62 miles, which should cover most daily commutes if you charge it overnight. With the battery charged, the 2025 Range Rover PHEV gets EPA ratings of 53 MPGe. With the battery depleted, that figure drops to 21 MPG combined city/highway so it pays to keep it charged up.

The Range Rover plugin is all-wheel drive, of course. An 8-speed automatic serves as the transmission.

Having driven the gas powered Range Rover back in November, I can testify that you’ll detect no difference in driving experience with the plug-in. The shift from electric mode to gas is automatic and smooth.

Plugin models also are similarly equipped tot he gas-only Range Rovers with premium materials throughout the spacious cabin. A 13.1-inch touchscreen dominates the dash for operation of tech features like Navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Other standard features in the Base P550e SE Range Rovers include tri-zone automatic climate control, Smart phone charging, heated and ventilated front seats and heated second-row seats.

Safety features include adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot warning, a 360-degree camera system, and standard collision avoidance systems with pedestrian detection. A hands-free liftgate, 4-wheel steering, and adaptive air suspension also are included.

Upgraded P550e Autobiography trims get all that plus Semi-Aniline leather upholstery, an upgraded Meridien sound system, a massage function for front seats, and a refrigerated front console compartment.

None of this comes cheap.

Base P550e SE trims have a starting MSRP of $121,375. The upgraded P550e Autobiography trims start at $153,075.

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What I liked about the 2025 Range Rover L460: Being able to drive on all-electric power without range concerns, even for short distances, is a big selling point for me. The premium interior is roomy and packed with lots of tech features. The ride is quiet and smooth

What I didn’t like about the 2025 Range Rover L460: The learning curve for all those infotainment features is pretty steep. Often you have to take your eyes off the road to get to the proper menu. The Rang e Rover’s overall bulk requires careful maneuvering in mall parking lots. 

Would I buy the 2025 Range Rover L460? The infotainment system is a real turnoff for me and I likely would look elsewhere if I were shopping in the large luxury SUV segment. That’s a shame because the interior overall is a big plus and if you are looking for off-roading ventures, the Range Rover is unsurpassed.