Head to head
BMW i3 vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR
The BMW i3 is a compact electric hatchback (2013-2022). 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
| BMW i3 | Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 125kW/135kW electric motor | 542bhp |
| Top speed | 93mph (150km/h), electronically limited | 162mph (limited) |
| Battery | 42.2kWh (120Ah, later cars) | - |
| Range | up to 192 miles (309km) BEV (WLTP) | - |
| Kerb weight | from 1345kg | - |
| Engine | - | 5.0-litre supercharged petrol V8 |
| 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: BMW i3, 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 i3 if...
BMW's first mass-production electric car, built on a bespoke carbon-fibre passenger cell. Specialist EV hire fleets still run i3s as a compact, characterful city car, distinct from the unrelated i3 saloon BMW launched under the same name in 2026.
Listed by
- Specialist Vehicle Hire - Portsmouth
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.
Listed by
- Starr Luxury Cars - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the BMW i3 and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR?
The BMW i3 is a compact electric hatchback (2013-2022); the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR is a high-performance V8 version of the Range Rover Sport luxury SUV.
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