Jaguar F-Pace vs Land Rover Discovery Sport
Verdict
The Jaguar F-Pace is the pricier five-seat SUV at RM448,800 against the Land Rover Discovery Sport’s RM396,226, but it buys stronger numbers: 300 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds. It is also longer, has the longer wheelbase and carries 508 litres of boot space. The Discovery Sport answers with seven seats, a larger 70-litre fuel tank and one extra airbag. For a Malaysian buyer, this is less about badge overlap and more about pace versus seats.
Pick the Jaguar F-Pace if you want the quicker, stronger SUV and can live with five seats.
Pick the Land Rover Discovery Sport if seven seats matter more than acceleration and outright power.
Key differences
- Price: Jaguar F-Pace RM448,800; Land Rover Discovery Sport RM396,226
- Seats: Jaguar F-Pace 5; Land Rover Discovery Sport 7
- Power and torque: Jaguar F-Pace 300 hp/400 Nm; Land Rover Discovery Sport 237 hp/340 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Jaguar F-Pace 6.0 s; Land Rover Discovery Sport 8.2 s
- Fuel economy and CO₂: Jaguar F-Pace 7.7 L/100km/170 g/km; Land Rover Discovery Sport 8.3 L/100km/197 g/km
- Boot space: Jaguar F-Pace 508 L; Land Rover Discovery Sport 479 L
F-Pace
- 300 hp and 400 Nm
- Quicker 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- Longer 2,874 mm wheelbase and 508 L boot
- Costs RM52,574 more
- Five seats only
- Smaller 63 L fuel tank
Discovery Sport
- Seven seats
- Larger 70 L fuel tank
- Seven airbags
- Slower 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower 237 hp and 340 Nm outputs
- Higher 8.3 L/100km fuel use and 197 g/km CO₂
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 448,800 | RM 396,226✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 300 hp✓ | 237 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 340 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.1 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Electronic Automatic with Jaguar Sequential Shift | Auto 9-Speed ZF EP2 |
| Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds✓ | 8.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.7 L/100 km✓ | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 233 km/h✓ | 199 km/h |
| Co2 | 170 g/km✓ | 197 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,731 mm | 4,599 mm |
| Width | 1,936 mm | 2,173 mm |
| Height | 1,667 mm | 1,724 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,874 mm | 2,741 mm |
| Weight | 1,760 kg | 1,841 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 508 litres✓ | 479 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" 15-spoke Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 15-spoke Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Terrain Response System (General, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud and Ruts, and Sand) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer middle row seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For all seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Bi-Xenon Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-Way Power-adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | 8-way Power Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Power Recline and Power Fold Release | Manual reclining and sliding middle row with 60:40 Split-folding, Last Row 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 8.0" InControl Touch and 380W Meridian Sound System with 11 Speakers | 8.0" Touchscreen system with 190 watt, 10-speaker Land Rover Audio 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 300,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/65,000 km free scheduled maintenance | 5-year/80,000 free maintenance |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 440 |
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.
F-Pace vs Discovery Sport FAQ
Is the Jaguar F-Pace or Land Rover Discovery Sport better?
The Jaguar F-Pace is better for performance, with 300 hp and 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds. The Land Rover Discovery Sport is better for passenger flexibility because it has seven seats instead of five.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar F-Pace costs RM52,574 more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport. That gap mainly lines up with the Jaguar’s stronger output, quicker acceleration, longer wheelbase and larger boot.
Which SUV is more practical for family use?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the stronger family case if you need seven seats. The Jaguar F-Pace has the larger boot at 508 litres versus 479 litres, but it only seats five.