2016 range rover svautobiography interior

After driving the long-wheelbase diesel SVAutobiography last year, we questioned why those spending £150,000-plus on the ultimate luxury SUV would want to save mere pennies when it came to running costs.

This proves the V8 is the model to go for – it’s smooth, fast and refined, and feels just like the ultimate Range Rover should.

2016 range rover svautobiography interior

We can’t wait to pitch it against the Bentley Bentayga later this year...

For many, the Range Rover already epitomises the definition of luxury – with high-grade craftsmanship, a spacious interior and all the toys one could want.

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But the team at Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) division think there’s room for more.

Enter this; the supercharged SVAutobiography.

Last year we drove the long-wheelbase diesel SV-A, and were impressed by the unparalleled premium feel and cosseting ride. But how does the shorter, sportier, V8 pe