2026 Range Rover Sport SE: Brooklyn Buyers Guide

Base, but not stripped

Land Rover’s approach to the SE mirrors what most premium British marques have learned the hard way: an entry trim that visibly skimps just pushes buyers toward the competition. The SE’s cabin runs 20-way power seats with heating, ventilation, and memory up front, and heated power-recline rear seats — features other brands still reserve for a mid-tier trim. The single-speed transfer box (high range only) signals this is the road-focused end of the range rather than the low-range off-road specialist, but Terrain Response 2, Dynamic Air Suspension, Hill Descent Control, and All Terrain Progress Control are all still standard, so an SE is a genuinely capable vehicle in snow, sand, or a flooded intersection — not a soft-roader wearing the badge for looks.

The infotainment stack is identical to every trim above it: 13.1-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen, wireless phone mirroring, an Online Pack with a built-in data plan, and Land Rover’s Remote app for locating, checking, and locking the vehicle from anywhere. What upper trims add from here is mostly seat count of ways, cabin material, and — critically — engine choice.

The one real question: is 355 horsepower enough?

For a car that will spend most of its life on the Belt Parkway, the Prospect Expressway, and the odd trip out to Montauk, the P360’s 355 hp and 369 lb-ft move a Range Rover Sport with real authority; this isn’t a car that feels like it’s apologizing for its base engine. Where the calculation changes is if you’re cross-shopping the Dynamic SE’s optional P400 or V8 upgrades for a noticeably quicker highway merge — in which case the Dynamic SE guide lays out exactly what those upgrades cost and add. Most SE buyers we hear from at the store aren’t chasing 0-60 numbers; they’re buying the Range Rover Sport’s ride, cabin, and badge at the most sensible number on the sticker.

Who buys the SE here

First-time Range Rover buyers making the jump up from a mainstream luxury SUV, families who want the Range Rover Sport’s stance and cabin without chasing options, and lease shoppers looking for the lowest realistic monthly on a new Range Rover Sport all land on SE. Reviews from recent buyers at the dealership describe a sales process built around listening rather than pushing: one recent Range Rover Sport buyer wrote that his salesperson “was knowledgeable, witty, patient, and genuinely attentive to what I was looking for. There was never any pressure — just honest conversations, consistent communication, and a willingness to answer every question.” Another CPO SE buyer said her advisor “was transparent and genuinely focused on helping me find the right vehicle. She made the process seem seamless.”

Frequently asked questions

What does the 2026 Range Rover Sport SE cost?

MSRP is $83,700 before Land Rover’s $1,850 destination charge, New York sales tax, registration, and dealer fees. The pricing guide works through the full New York math and current offers.

What engine comes on the SE?

The P360: a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 48-volt mild-hybrid assist, 355 hp, 369 lb-ft, an 8-speed automatic, and standard all-wheel drive. It’s the only engine offered on SE — the multi-engine choice starts one trim up, on Dynamic SE.

Is the SE missing any safety equipment the upper trims have?

No — Terrain Response 2, Dynamic Air Suspension, Adaptive Dynamics, Hill Descent Control, and the full ABS/traction/stability suite are standard from SE up. Upper trims add convenience features like Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control and Configurable Programs, not a stronger base safety architecture.

Can I get the plug-in hybrid on an SE?

No — the P460e plug-in hybrid is exclusive to Dynamic SE and above. If the 51-mile electric range matters to you, start with the Dynamic SE guide.

Where can I see current SE inventory?

Land Rover Brooklyn’s new-vehicle inventory lists SE builds by color and configuration; current offers are posted separately.

The bottom line

The SE is proof the Range Rover Sport’s price ladder is mostly about power, materials, and badge finish — not about the fundamentals. Same chassis, same Terrain Response 2, same Pivi Pro cabin as the flagship SV sitting a few spots over on the showroom floor. For a buyer who doesn’t need 626 horsepower to enjoy a Range Rover Sport, the SE is the honest buy of the lineup.