The Range Rover Sport has received the “Best Off-Road SUV” award at Mudfest (the 14th annual Northwest SUV of the Year Competition). The awarding ceremony was spearheaded by the Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA). The NWAPA is made up of “automotive journalists from the Pacific Northwest, as well as representatives of various manufacturers and other industry professionals spanning the automotive industry”. Every year, NWAPA comes together to judge the best performing vehicles in specific categories.

For the “Best Off-Road SUV” award, the parameters for judging were “performance, handling and braking as well as the on-road and off-road demeanor” of each SUV. Vehicle tests included “hill-climbing and descent abilities, ride comfort and low-range handling, curve handling, and emergency braking maneuvers”.

The Range Rover Sport’s “V8 power, short wheelbase, and low, wide stance” performed best among the tests made by the NWAPA. Its active suspension, and dynamic response was perfect for SUV enthusiasts who put a premium in their vehicle’s power and performance.

This is the third time that a Land Rover / Range Rover vehicle has won an award from the NWAPA.

Source: Range Rover Sport drives home “Best Off-Road SUV” title , NWAPA

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