Verdict
The Range Rover is the faster, stronger choice: its 523 hp V8 and 750 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h time to 4.6 seconds, against the Range Rover Sport’s 396 hp, 550 Nm and 5.7 seconds. But the Sport brings a 835-litre boot, dual-zone rear climate control, head-up display and air suspension, while its 2,997 mm wheelbase matches the larger Range Rover. For Malaysian buyers, the deciding factor is the RM790,000 saving and RM2,237 lower annual road tax with the Sport; the Range Rover’s extra pace comes at a serious cost.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover if 523 hp, 750 Nm, a 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time and eight airbags matter more than the substantial extra outlay.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Sport if you want the same 2,997 mm wheelbase with a larger 835-litre boot, air suspension and much lower ownership entry cost.
Key differences
- Price: Range Rover RM2,488,000; Range Rover Sport RM1,698,000.
- Road tax per year: Range Rover RM3,872; Range Rover Sport RM1,635.
- Power and torque: Range Rover 523 hp and 750 Nm; Range Rover Sport 396 hp and 550 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Range Rover 4.6 seconds; Range Rover Sport 5.7 seconds.
- Boot space: Range Rover 818 litres; Range Rover Sport 835 litres.
- Airbags: Range Rover 8; Range Rover Sport 6.
Range Rover
- 523 hp V8 with 750 Nm.
- 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Eight airbags versus six.
- RM790,000 more expensive.
- RM2,237 higher annual road tax.
- 818-litre boot is 17 litres smaller.
Range Rover Sport
- RM790,000 lower purchase price.
- 835-litre boot and dual-zone rear climate control.
- Adaptive Dynamics and adjustable air suspension.
- 396 hp and 550 Nm trail the Range Rover’s 523 hp and 750 Nm.
- 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.1 seconds slower.
- Six airbags, compared with eight.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM2,488,000 | RM1,698,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM3,872 | RM1,635✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve Turbocharged DOHC with VVT Dual VANOS | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbocharged mild hybrid with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 4,395 cc | 2,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 523 hp✓ | 396 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 750 Nm✓ | 550 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | Inline 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 88.3 mm | 83 mm × 92.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | ZF 8-speed Automatic | ZF 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 242 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,052 mm | 4,946 mm |
| Width | 2,047 mm | 2,209 mm |
| Height | 1,870 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,997 mm | 2,997 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,385 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 818 litres | 835 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 285/45R22 | 285/45R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 284/45R22 | 285/45R22 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli Scorpion Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link Setup | Double Wishbone with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Dynamics, Air Suspension (adjustable ride height and damping), Terrain Response 2 |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with High-Speed Emergency Braking | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED | Matrix LED |
| Taillamps | LED | LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated and Ventilated and Memory Functions | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Power Reclining |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic, tilt and slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 1 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (30 Colours) | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Sun Shade and Rear Door Window Shades | Powered Rear Sun Shade and Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 13.1" Curved Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Meridian Sound System | 13.1" Curved Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Meridian Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Boot Opening | Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Surround Camera System |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | ClearSight Digital Rear-view Mirror |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 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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Range Rover vs Range Rover Sport FAQ
Is the Land Rover Range Rover or Land Rover Range Rover Sport better?
The Range Rover is better for outright performance, with 523 hp, 750 Nm and a 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time. The Range Rover Sport is the more rational choice, saving RM790,000 while adding a larger boot, head-up display and air suspension.
What is the price difference?
The Land Rover Range Rover costs RM790,000 more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport: RM2,488,000 versus RM1,698,000. Its annual road tax is also RM2,237 higher, at RM3,872 versus RM1,635.
Which is faster, the Land Rover Range Rover or Range Rover Sport?
The Land Rover Range Rover is faster. It reaches 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and has a 250 km/h top speed, while the Range Rover Sport takes 5.7 seconds and reaches 242 km/h.
