Verdict
The RM98,912 step from the RM399,888 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 to the RM498,800 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L551 Facelift buys more cabin practicality and active safety, not a clear acceleration gain. The L551 has a 67-litre tank, 591-litre boot, adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring. Yet the diesel L538 produces 420 Nm against 320 Nm, reaches 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds versus 8.6 seconds, and has the longer 300,000-km warranty. For a Malaysian buyer watching upfront cost and long-term mileage cover, the older car makes a strong case.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 if you want RM98,912 in hand, 420 Nm of diesel torque and a five-year/300,000-km warranty.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L551 Facelift if you want the larger 591-litre boot, 67-litre fuel tank and modern driver-assistance kit.
Key differences
- Price: L538 RM399,888; L551 Facelift RM498,800.
- Torque and 0-100 km/h: L538 420 Nm and 8.5 seconds; L551 Facelift 320 Nm and 8.6 seconds.
- Power and top speed: L538 188 hp and 195 km/h; L551 Facelift 200 hp and 216 km/h.
- Fuel tank and boot: L538 58 litres and 575 litres; L551 Facelift 67 litres and 591 litres.
- Driver assistance: L538 has passive cruise control and no autonomous braking; L551 Facelift has adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking.
- Warranty mileage: L538 300,000 km over five years; L551 Facelift 150,000 km over five years.
L538
- RM98,912 lower purchase price
- 420 Nm and a marginally quicker 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Five-year/300,000-km warranty
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- Smaller 58-litre tank and 575-litre boot
- No reverse camera or head-up display
L551 Facelift
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring
- 67-litre tank and 591-litre boot
- 11.4-inch Pivi Pro system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- RM98,912 more expensive
- 320 Nm and a 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Five-year/150,000-km warranty has half the L538's mileage cover
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM399,888✓ | RM498,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM583 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with common-rail direct fuel injection and variable geometry turbocharger | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 2,179 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 188 hp at 3,500 rpm | 200 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 420 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ | 320 Nm at 1,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 85 mm × 96 mm | 83 mm × 92.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9-Speed Drive Select | ZF 9HP |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 seconds✓ | 8.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 216 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 159 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,365 mm | 4,371 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,996 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm | 2,681 mm |
| Weight | 1,670 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 67 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 575 litres | 591 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli Scorpion Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Directional Projector | Adaptive LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-Way Power-Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 6-Way Power-Adjustable Front Passenger's Seat | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | No | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 5 USBs, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Sun Shade | Front sunvisors with vanity mirrors and illumination | — |
| Audio | 8" touchscreen navigation system with CD/DVD playback, AUX-in, USB, Bluetooth, iPod connectivity and 13-speaker Meridian sound system | 11.4" Pivi Pro Infotainment with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 11-speaker Meridian Sound System (400W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote control operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | No | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 300,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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L538 vs L551 Facelift FAQ
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L551 Facelift better?
The L551 Facelift is better equipped for daily use, with active safety aids, a larger boot and more fuel capacity. Choose the L538 if lower purchase cost, stronger torque, marginally quicker acceleration and 300,000-km warranty cover matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L551 Facelift costs RM98,912 more than the L538: RM498,800 versus RM399,888.
Which Range Rover Evoque is quicker?
The L538 is marginally quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 8.5 seconds against the L551 Facelift's 8.6 seconds. Its diesel four-cylinder also produces 420 Nm, 100 Nm more than the L551 Facelift.
