Land Rover introduces a pioneering new audio setup available in its flagship Range Rover SV Ultra variant.
Electrostatic speakers within the SV Ultra deliver powerful, precise audio along with authentic three-dimensional surround sound.
The units are slim, lightweight, and strong, with Land Rover noting they respond 1000 times faster than standard cone-style speakers.

With the arrival of the 2027 Range Rover SV Ultra, Land Rover is advancing in-vehicle audio significantly. Created alongside Warwick Acoustics, the SUV's fresh stereo relies on electrostatic speakers over typical cone designs. These units weigh less and measure thinner, freeing up room so engineers can position them optimally, such as inside the headrests. The outcome proves remarkable.

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Thanks to their reduced dimensions, the electrostatic speakers fit into spots where conventional speakers cannot.

In contrast to regular speakers that depend on magnets, cones, and voice coils, an electrostatic model harnesses static electricity and a slender membrane set between two thin metal frames. An audio signal reaches the frames and vibrates the membrane to generate sound. Land Rover states this approach reacts 1000 times quicker than a conventional speaker arrangement.

We have sampled top tracks across nearly every car stereo available, and systems claiming surround sound often sound warped or artificial. The SV Electrostatic setup avoids those issues. Audio permeates the entire Range Rover cabin in a noticeable way. Speaker locations remain undetectable, creating a fully enveloping experience.

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Concealed transducers within the Range Rover SV Ultra seats convey the impact of bass notes.

For added immersion, the SV Ultra incorporates haptic panels in the floors and seats that transmit bass rhythms directly to the body without needing an aggressive subwoofer that might overpower the music. We found the seat function, known as Body and Soul Seats, unnecessary, yet it can be switched off.

In testing, raising the volume produced no distortion. High output also avoided harsh tones, instead offering clean, reference-level fidelity.

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The Range Rover SV Ultra arrived several months ago and enters the market as a 2027 model. Land Rover describes it as the finest expression of Range Rover luxury. Beyond the stereo, it includes a distinctive Titan Silver finish that incorporates aluminum flakes. Up close, the surface resembles liquid metal and shifts slightly in tone based on lighting angles.

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The cabin emphasizes sustainability with upholstery made from synthetic leather and trim derived from rattan palm, a wood that regenerates rapidly after harvest. The SV Ultra comes in short- and long-wheelbase versions powered by a twin-turbo V-8 engine.

Such refinement carries a high price. The Range Rover SV Ultra begins at $255,350. The SV Electrostatic stereo adds another $12,570 as an option. Audiophiles will find the system worth sampling.