Verdict
At RM399,888, the L538 undercuts the RM498,800 L551 Facelift by RM98,912 and brings 420 Nm, a 6.0 L/100 km rated figure and an 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time. The L551 Facelift counters with 200 hp, 216 km/h, a 591-litre boot and safety hardware including autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and steering correction. For a Malaysian buyer, the newer car’s extra spend is chiefly for driver assistance, cabin technology and a little more room, not quicker sprint performance.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 if lower upfront cost, 420 Nm of diesel torque and its stated 6.0 L/100 km economy matter more than newer driver-assistance tech.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L551 Facelift if you want autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, a reverse camera and the newer 11.4-inch Pivi Pro system.
Key differences
- Price: L538 RM399,888; L551 Facelift RM498,800.
- Output: L538 188 hp and 420 Nm; L551 Facelift 200 hp and 320 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: L538 8.5 seconds and 195 km/h; L551 Facelift 8.6 seconds and 216 km/h.
- Wheelbase and boot: L538 2,660 mm and 575 litres; L551 Facelift 2,681 mm and 591 litres.
- Fuel tank and road tax: L538 58 litres and RM583 yearly; L551 Facelift 67 litres and RM439 yearly.
- Safety assistance: L538 has no autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist; L551 Facelift has autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring…
L538
- RM98,912 less to buy.
- 420 Nm diesel torque and a marginally quicker 8.5-second sprint.
- Rated at 6.0 L/100 km with a 300,000-km, five-year warranty.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning or lane-keeping assist.
- Smaller 575-litre boot and 58-litre fuel tank.
- 8.0-inch infotainment lacks Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, reverse camera and head-up display.
L551 Facelift
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and steering correction.
- 11.4-inch Pivi Pro system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 11-speaker 400W Meridian audio.
- Longer 2,681-mm wheelbase, 591-litre boot and 67-litre tank.
- Costs RM98,912 more.
- 320 Nm is 100 Nm down on the L538, and 0-100 km/h is 0.1 seconds slower.
- Five-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km versus 300,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM399,888✓ | RM498,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM583 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with common-rail direct fuel injection and variable geometry turbocharger | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 2,179 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 200 hp✓ |
| Torque | 420 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 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 | 8.5 seconds✓ | 8.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 216 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 159 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 | 1,670 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 | No | — |
| 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 13-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 | 300,000 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 vs L551 Facelift FAQ
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L551 Facelift better?
The L551 Facelift is better equipped, with autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction, adaptive cruise control and an 11.4-inch infotainment screen. The L538 is the stronger choice for lower cost, 420 Nm and rated fuel economy.
What is the price difference?
The L551 Facelift costs RM98,912 more than the L538: RM498,800 against RM399,888.
Which Evoque is quicker and more powerful?
The L551 Facelift has more power at 200 hp versus 188 hp and a higher 216 km/h top speed. But the L538 has 420 Nm versus 320 Nm and reaches 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds, 0.1 seconds ahead.
