Based off the Land Rover’s LR3 SUV platform, the Range Rover Sport is designed more for on-the-road, but its off-road capabilities won’t go unnoticed. Its refined road manners powered by an extreme V8 engine assist in this SUV’s mountain-trail-tackling technologies. For 2008, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport gains a handful of trendy features including power-folding exterior mirrors and a power tilt-telescoping steering wheel.This midsize SUV is available in two trim levels: the HSE and Supercharged. Standard for the HSE trim are 19-inch wheels, power front seats, bi-xenon headlights, leather upholstery, an adjustable air suspension, dual-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth, front and rear parking sensors and a 14-speaker Harmon Kardon Logic 7 stereo with an auxiliary audio jack. Optional for the HSE, the Supercharged trim upgrades to 20-inch wheels, adaptive headlights, the Dynamic Response suspension system, heated windshield and washer jets, heated front and rear seats, walnut wood trim, a center console cooler box and satellite radio. Each trim can also add a rear-seat DVD entertainment system with LCD screens mounted in the front headrests.

Both trims are powered by V-8 engines. The HSE producing up to 300-horsepower with its 4.4-liter; and the Supercharged producing up to 390-horsepower with its 4.2 liter. When properly equipped, all Ranger Rover Sports this year can tow up to 7,716 pounds.

The 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport includes the standard features of antilock disc brakes, hill-descent control, full-length side curtain airbags and front side airbags.

The Range Rover achieved a name for itself way back when it was introduced. Known for its on-road comfort and off-road capability, the Land Rover Range Rover for 2008 only receives minor changes this year.

Land Rover’s Terrain Response technology is incorporated into all models. There are five terrain settings that are prepared for anywhere from on-road to extreme off-road conditions. The settings are for dry pavement driving, snow, mud, sand and rock crawling. The Range Rover is the premium SUV for off-roading.

The 2008 Range Rover is available in two trims: the HSE and Supercharged. The HSE has 19-inch wheels, front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, adjustable air suspension, a sunroof, xenon headlights, Bluetooth, a navigation system, leather upholstery, a 14-speaker Harm Kardon Logic7 stereo and other features also come standard. The Supercharged includes 20-inch wheels, adaptive headlights, upgraded leather upholstery and ventilated 14-way power seats. Optional features for each trim is a rear-seat entertainment system equipped with a six-DVD changer and two LCD screens.

The HSE trim has a 4.4-liter V-8 engine that produces 305-horsepower; while the Supercharged produced 400-horsepower with a 4.2-liter V8 engine.

The legacy of the Land Rover being the go-to vehicle for off-road adventures is continued with the Land Rover LR3. Dropping the V6 engine this year, the only engine available is a 300-horsepower, 4.4-liter V-8.

For the 2008, the Land Rover LR3 is available in two trim levels: the SE and HSE. The SE trim level comes with 18-inch wheels, leather upholstery, rear parking sensors, dual-zone automatic climate control, power front seats, a power front sunroof, a fixed rear sunroof and a nine-speaker stereo. The HSE upgrades to 19-inch wheels, a power-tilt steering wheel and a 14-speaker Harman Kardon Logic 7 sound system. Optional features for the SE like bi-xenon headlights, voice-activated trip computer, Bluetooth and a DVD-based navigation system come standard on the HSE.

Three rows of seating fit seven in the LR3. The second- and third-row seats fold flat, while the third row passengers also enjoy stadium seating. The rotary switch selects from five Terrain Response settings. Respectively, the terrain settings are normal driving, slippery conditions, mud, sand and rock crawling.

Standard safety features include antilock brakes, an electronic parking brake, front airbags, side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags.

Technologically advanced, the Land Rover LR2 replaces the Freelander this year. Not only does it provide comfort both on- and off-the-road, the LR2 appeals to those who want quality performance without paying too much for it. The starting price of $33,985 gives the LR2 advantage over SUV-competitors who range from $38,000 to $90,000.The Land Rover LR2 is designed with plenty of mechanical DNA that provides the easiest ride for a Land Rover as of yet. The LR2 maintains its upscale image with the interior features, but is equipped with all-independent suspension and a new inline six-cylinder engine.

The four-door luxury SUV is offered in two trim levels: the SE and HSE. The standard SE includes 18-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button ignition, a dual-panel sunroof, leather seating, power front seats and a nine-speaker Alpine stereo. The HS2 adds body-colored bumpers and side sills, an interior storage box and upgraded power front seats.

Roomy enough to seat five passengers, the Land Rover LR2 has plenty of similar features to the LR3. The optional navigation system’s touch screen interface is user-friendly and the steering wheel has a wide range of adjustments for finding a comfortable driving position.