Head to head
Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR vs Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR is a high-performance v8 version of the range rover sport luxury suv. The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a two-seat folding hard-top roadster.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR | Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| 0-60mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds (SLK300) to 4.5 seconds (AMG SLK55) |
| Engine | 5.0-litre supercharged petrol V8 | - |
| Power | 542bhp | - |
| Torque | 502lb ft from 2,500rpm | - |
| Top speed | 162mph (limited) | - |
| Boot volume | 780-784 litres (seats up), 1,686-1,761 litres (seats down) | - |
| SLK300 power | - | 241hp |
| SLK350 power | - | 302hp |
| AMG SLK55 power | - | 415hp |
| Boot capacity | - | 10.1cu ft roof up, 6.4cu ft roof down |
Sources: Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR, Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the SLK-Class if...
A compact two-seat roadster with a folding metal hard-top, popular on the used and specialist rental market as an affordable sunny-day convertible. Later replaced by the SLC.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR and the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class?
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR is a high-performance V8 version of the Range Rover Sport luxury SUV; the Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a two-seat folding hard-top roadster.
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