Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Verdict
At RM396,226 versus RM498,800, the Land Rover Discovery Sport asks RM102,574 less yet gives Malaysian buyers seven seats, more power at 237 hp and a quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time. The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is the smaller, pricier five-seater, but it counters with a bigger 591-litre boot, a higher 216 km/h top speed and auto emergency braking. Both are CBU petrol AWD SUVs with conventional automatics and five-year warranties, so the choice is less about badge family and more about seats versus boot and safety kit.
Pick the Land Rover Discovery Sport if you need seven seats, stronger 237 hp/340 Nm outputs and the lower RM396,226 price.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if you want the larger 591-litre boot, auto emergency braking and can live with five seats.
Key differences
- Price: Land Rover Discovery Sport RM396,226; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque RM498,800
- Seats: Land Rover Discovery Sport 7; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 5
- Power and torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport 237 hp/340 Nm; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 200 hp/320 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Land Rover Discovery Sport 8.2 s; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 8.6 s
- Boot space: Land Rover Discovery Sport 479 L; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 591 L
- Safety: Land Rover Discovery Sport 7 airbags/no AEB shown; Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 6 airbags/AEB fitted
Discovery Sport
- Seven-seat cabin
- Stronger 237 hp and 340 Nm outputs
- Costs RM102,574 less
- Smaller 479-litre boot
- No auto emergency braking shown
- Lower 199 km/h top speed
Range Rover Evoque
- Larger 591-litre boot
- Auto emergency braking fitted
- Higher 216 km/h top speed
- Five seats only
- Costs RM102,574 more
- Less power at 200 hp
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 396,226✓ | RM 498,800 |
| 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, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 237 hp✓ | 200 hp |
| Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Auto 9-Speed ZF EP2 | ZF 9HP |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 seconds✓ | 8.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 199 km/h | 216 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 197 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,599 mm | 4,371 mm |
| Width | 2,173 mm | 1,996 mm |
| Height | 1,724 mm | 1,649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 2,681 mm |
| Weight | 1,841 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 67 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 479 litres | 591 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Scorpion Verde | Pirelli Scorpion Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid 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, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row seats | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon 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 | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | Manual reclining and sliding middle row with 60:40 Split-folding, Last Row 50:50 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Last Row | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 5 USBs, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | 8.0" Touchscreen system with 190 watt, 10-speaker Land Rover Audio 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 | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 300,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/80,000 free maintenance | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 440 | RM 439✓ |
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.
Discovery Sport vs Range Rover Evoque FAQ
Is the Land Rover Discovery Sport or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque better?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport is the better all-rounder for most families: it is cheaper, has seven seats and is quicker to 100 km/h. The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque suits buyers who prioritise boot space and auto emergency braking.
What is the price difference?
The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque costs RM102,574 more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport. That extra spend gets a bigger boot and AEB, but not more seats or more engine output.
Which one has more space?
It depends on the space you need. The Land Rover Discovery Sport has seven seats and a longer 2,741 mm wheelbase, while the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has the bigger boot at 591 litres versus 479 litres.