Jaguar I-Pace vs Land Rover Discovery Sport
Verdict
At RM460,800, the Jaguar I-Pace costs RM64,574 more than the RM396,226 Land Rover Discovery Sport, but it buys a very different drive: 395 hp from dual motors, 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and a 90.0 kWh battery with 440 km range. The Discovery Sport answers with seven seats, a 70-litre fuel tank and petrol refuelling familiarity. For a Malaysian buyer, this is less about size class — both are compact executive SUVs — and more about five-seat EV performance versus seven-seat petrol practicality.
Pick the Jaguar I-Pace if you want the quicker five-seat SUV, with 395 hp, 4.8-second acceleration and 440 km of EV range.
Pick the Land Rover Discovery Sport if you need seven seats, petrol refuelling and the lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Power: Jaguar I-Pace 395 hp; Land Rover Discovery Sport 237 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Jaguar I-Pace 4.8 s; Land Rover Discovery Sport 8.2 s
- Seating: Jaguar I-Pace 5 seats; Land Rover Discovery Sport 7 seats
- Boot space: Jaguar I-Pace 656 L; Land Rover Discovery Sport 479 L
- Wheelbase: Jaguar I-Pace 2,990 mm; Land Rover Discovery Sport 2,741 mm
- Road tax: Jaguar I-Pace RM545/year; Land Rover Discovery Sport RM440/year
I-Pace
- Much quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- 440 km EV range from a 90.0 kWh battery
- Larger 656-litre boot
- Only five seats
- Higher yearly road tax
- Costs RM64,574 more
Discovery Sport
- Seven-seat layout
- Lower purchase price
- 70-litre fuel tank
- Slower 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 479-litre boot
- Uses 8.3 L/100 km and emits 197 g/km CO₂
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 460,800 | 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 |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 237 hp |
| Torque | — | 340 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.1 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 395 hp✓ | — |
| Motor Torque | 696 Nm✓ | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 90 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 440 km✓ | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Auto 9-Speed ZF EP2 |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 8.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 199 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 197 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,682 mm | 4,599 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 2,173 mm |
| Height | 1,565 mm | 1,724 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,990 mm | 2,741 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,841 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 656 litres✓ | 479 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 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 | Air Suspension | Terrain Response System (General, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud and Ruts, and Sand) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 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 |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For all seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Bi-Xenon Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 2 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 | 10" Pivi Pro Infotainment System | 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 | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 300,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5-year/80,000 free maintenance |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 545 | 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.
I-Pace vs Discovery Sport FAQ
Is the Jaguar I-Pace or Land Rover Discovery Sport better?
The Jaguar I-Pace is better for performance and EV use, with 395 hp, 4.8-second acceleration and 440 km range. The Land Rover Discovery Sport is better if you need seven seats and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Jaguar I-Pace costs RM64,574 more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Which one has more boot space?
The Jaguar I-Pace has the bigger boot at 656 litres, compared with 479 litres in the Land Rover Discovery Sport.