# Luxury Hybrid SUVs The 2021 Range Rover Sport Delivers a Host of Exciting, Premium Upgrades By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-11-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2021-range-rover-sport References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/11/new-2021-range-rover-sport-gets-luxury-upgrades-info) & [landrover](https://www.landrover.ca/en/vehicles/new-range-rover/index.html)  Luxury British automaker Range Rover has unveiled the new 2021 Range Rover Sport, a [mid-size SUV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-kia-sportage) that strikes a perfect balance between performance and style. The new Range Rover Sport builds on its 2020 predecessor by introducing a wide range of new features and aesthetic updates. For example, the luxury vehicle now boasts wrap-around LED lights and integrated Animated Directional Indicators, giving the silhouette an even sleeker appearance than before. In addition, upgraded interior features include a unique seating arrangement that allows for an entire third row, all of which is finished in high-end Windsor leather. Functional updates include a new four-wheel drive and air suspension system, improving the vehicle's traction and drive-feel. Meanwhile, the previous model's [V6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-sequoia) Supercharged engine has been swapped for a [Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rav4) (MHEV) system that combines a 48V electric motor with a 3.0-liter straight-six Ingenium Diesel engine. Image Credit: Range Rover ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle System:** Luxury SUV manufacturers can explore integrating MHEV systems to improve fuel efficiency and reduce carbon footprint while maintaining high performance standards. - **Seating Arrangement Innovations:** There is an opportunity for automobile manufacturers to develop unique seating arrangements in luxury SUVs to increase comfort and versatility for customers. - **Advanced Lighting Features:** Automobile companies can consider integrating advanced LED lights and directional indicators in their luxury SUV models for better aesthetics and improved safety during nighttime driving. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Automobile:** Luxury automobile manufacturers can develop and offer hybrid-electric versions of their SUV models to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers while maintaining the luxurious experience. - **Automobile Interiors:** Companies specializing in automobile interiors can explore innovations in seating arrangements and high-end finishing materials for luxury SUVs to cater to premium customers. - **Automotive Lighting:** Automotive lighting companies can look into developing more advanced and high-quality lighting features for luxury SUVs to improve safety, aesthetics, and overall customer experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Agile Sports-Focused SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-range-rover-sport.md) - [Opulent Feature-Rich SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2022-range-rover.md) - [Luxe Winter Sport SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-range-rover-sport-deer-valley-edition.md) - [Trailblazing Luxury Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-electric-suv.md) - [Alpine-Ready Performance SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpineready-performance-suvs.md) - [Hyper-Rugged Tech-Packed SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-land-rover-defender.md) - [Bronze-Accented Monochromatic SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-range-rover-sv-black-edition.md) - [Luxury Off-Road Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/range-rover-electric-prototype.md) - [Uniquely Personalizable Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/range-rover-sv.md)