Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM93,140 gap is substantial: the L551 Facelift costs RM498,800 against RM405,660 for the L538 Facelift, yet its 200 hp and 320 Nm trail the older car’s 237 hp and 340 Nm. The L538 reaches 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds, a full second ahead of the L551’s 8.6 seconds. But the L551 brings adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a reverse camera, plus a 591-litre boot and 67-litre tank. Buy the L538 for pace and price; choose the L551 for safety kit and daily-use convenience.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 Facelift if 237 hp, 7.6-second acceleration and saving RM93,140 matter more than newer driver-assistance equipment.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L551 Facelift if you want autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, a reverse camera and more luggage capacity.
Key differences
- Price: L538 Facelift RM405,660; L551 Facelift RM498,800.
- Output: L538 Facelift 237 hp and 340 Nm; L551 Facelift 200 hp and 320 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: L538 Facelift 7.6 seconds; L551 Facelift 8.6 seconds.
- Fuel tank: L538 Facelift 58 litres; L551 Facelift 67 litres.
- Boot space: L538 Facelift 575 litres; L551 Facelift 591 litres.
- Wheels: L538 Facelift 20-inch alloys; L551 Facelift 21-inch Style 5137 alloys.
L538 Facelift
- 237 hp and 340 Nm
- 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- RM93,140 lower purchase price
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot monitoring
- No reverse camera or head-up display
- Smaller 575-litre boot and 58-litre fuel tank
L551 Facelift
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring
- Adaptive cruise control, reverse camera and head-up display
- 591-litre boot, 67-litre tank and powered boot
- RM93,140 more expensive
- 200 hp and 320 Nm versus 237 hp and 340 Nm
- Slower 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM405,660✓ | RM498,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake and exhaust 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 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9-Speed Drive Select | ZF 9HP |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds✓ | 8.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 217 km/h✓ | 216 km/h |
| Co2 | 181 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,365 mm | 4,371 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,996 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm | 2,681 mm |
| Weight | 1,640 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | 67 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 575 litres | 591 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli Scorpion Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Style 5137 Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Directional 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 Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 6-Way Power-Adjustable Front Passenger's Seat | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 5 USBs, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Sun Shade | Front sunvisors with vanity mirrors and illumination | — |
| Audio | 8" touchscreen navigation system with CD/DVD playback, AUX-in, USB, Bluetooth, iPod connectivity and 11-speaker Meridian sound 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 | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote control operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | No | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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.
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L538 Facelift vs L551 Facelift FAQ
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 Facelift or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L551 Facelift better?
The L551 Facelift is better equipped for safety and convenience, with autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a reverse camera. The L538 Facelift is the stronger performance buy, producing 237 hp and reaching 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The L551 Facelift costs RM93,140 more than the L538 Facelift: RM498,800 versus RM405,660.
Which Evoque has the bigger boot and fuel tank?
The L551 Facelift has both: 591 litres of boot space and a 67-litre tank, compared with 575 litres and 58 litres for the L538 Facelift.
