Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged

The standard car is good, yet this is even better thanks to a 30 per cent power boost. That cuts the 0-60mph time by a second to 7.2 seconds, and ups top speed by 10mph to 140mph.

Hit the throttle, and there's a muted roar from the 4.2-litre V8, as the unit has been tuned for added low-down torque and refinement. And the sophistication continues with the smooth six-speed gearbox.

While the extra muscle is impressive, more noticeable is the sharper handling. It's all down to the Dynamic Response suspension, which keeps the car more upright in bends. Combined with the 20-inch alloys, this also firms up the ride, but off-road ability remains superb. An option on lesser Sports, the set-up costs between ΂£1,700 and ΂£3,700 depending on the model, but is worth the sacrifice in comfort.