Head to head
Bentley S3 vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965. The Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR is a high-performance v8 version of the range rover sport luxury suv.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley S3 | Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6,230cc V8, pushrod overhead valves | 5.0-litre supercharged petrol V8 |
| Power | 215hp at 4,000rpm | 542bhp |
| Top speed | 115mph | 162mph (limited) |
| Years produced | 1962-1965 | - |
| Body styles | 4-door saloon, 2-door coupe, 2-door drophead coupe | - |
| Torque | - | 502lb ft from 2,500rpm |
| 0-60mph | - | 4.7 seconds |
| Boot volume | - | 780-784 litres (seats up), 1,686-1,761 litres (seats down) |
Sources: Bentley S3, Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S3 if...
The last of Bentley's separate-chassis S-series saloons, and the first Bentley with a V8 engine. Wedding and chauffeur hire firms use it for its formal, old-money look rather than performance.
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Buy or hire the Range Rover Sport SVR if...
A fast, luxurious SUV bought by self-drive and chauffeur hire firms for clients who want prestige with real performance. Its supercharged V8 and 4.7-second 0-60 time set it apart from the ordinary Range Rover Sport diesel and hybrid models.
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- Starr Luxury Cars - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley S3 and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR?
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965; the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR is a high-performance V8 version of the Range Rover Sport luxury SUV.
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