My bullet points from this 2016 update – official PR follows below:

• I wonder if this HP bump is a precursor for more plans to increase non-V8 performance?
• 2016 Range Rover Sport getting the Gesture Tailgate just like the 2016 Range Rover Evoque, waving a foot under the bumper opens tailgate, not new but new to Land Rover.
• 3.0 liter Td6 with 254HP, 440lb-ft of torque getting 24 MPG, US market
• Noble-plated paddle shift gear levers included, usually a pricey upgrade
• A new Carbon Fibre Pack is available, which includes side vents, tailgate trim, door mirror covers, a front grille surround, fog lamp bezels and bonnet vents finished in high-gloss lacquer.
• Finally something that’s been asked about for years: New Auto Access Height is introduced as standard, for improved ease of entry and exit. The system automatically lowers the vehicle to access height when it comes to a halt and a door is opened.

LAND ROVER DEBUTS 2016 RANGE ROVER SPORT WITH NEW 380PS HST VERSION

· New Range Rover Sport HST makes global debut at 2015 New York Auto Show

· Uprated 380PS 3.0-litre V6 supercharged engine delivers extra 40PS to enhance Range Rover Sport performance line-up

· HST features distinctive exterior design and unique interior options

· Range of updates announced for 2016 Model Year Range Rover Sport

· HST available in limited markets (North America, China, Russia and Middle East)

Whitley, UK, 24 March 2015 – Land Rover will present the new Range Rover Sport HST at the New York International Auto Show 2015.

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