2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs 2026 BMW X7

$83,700 · Crossover

$86,700 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the 2025 Range Rover Sport (Car 1) and the 2026 BMW X7 (Car 2) often comes down to nuanced priorities, as their core performance and efficiency figures are strikingly similar. Both premium SUVs boast an identical 22 combined MPG, requiring premium unleaded fuel. However, the X7 pulls ahead slightly in raw power, offering 375 hp and 398 lb-ft of torque compared to the Range Rover Sport's 355 hp and 369 lb-ft. Size matters: the X7 is significantly longer at 203.6 inches versus the Sport's 194.7 inches, translating to potential interior space benefits. Despite the X7’s higher $86,700 MSRP compared to the Sport's $83,700, the Range Rover Sport offers a respectable 31.9 cu ft of cargo space, which we need to balance against the X7’s unknown capacity, making overall utility a close call.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport is slightly shorter in length at 194.7 inches, making tight city maneuvering and parking marginally easier than the longer 203.6-inch BMW X7.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 BMW X7

The BMW X7 is likely better suited for families due to its extra 8.9 inches in length over the Range Rover Sport, suggesting superior passenger room or third-row access.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 BMW X7

The 2026 BMW X7 offers superior output with 375 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque, slightly edging out the Range Rover Sport's 355 hp and 369 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport offers nearly identical fuel economy (22 combined MPG) and comparable capability for a $3,000 lower starting MSRP.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Sport if...

You want to save $3,000 upfront, as the Range Rover Sport MSRP is $83,700 compared to the X7's $86,700.
You prefer a marginally smaller footprint for daily driving, measuring 194.7 inches long.
You prioritize a standard cargo capacity of 31.9 cu ft over potentially more interior room.

Choose the BMW X7 if...

You prioritize maximum power, as the X7 provides 375 hp and 398 lb-ft of torque.
You need the extra physical length (203.6 inches) for increased passenger space or utility.
You don't mind the slightly higher $86,700 MSRP for the additional performance metrics.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Sport	BMW X7
Length	194.7"	203.6"
Width	79.0"	78.7"
Height	71.7"	72.2"
Wheelbase	118.0"	122.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	—
Brake Drying	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5500 rpm	375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft @ 1570 rpm	398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Center Differential Type	Locking	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/25 MPG	20/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	476.0/595.0 mi.	438.0/525.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	21.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Infotainment Display	13.1 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	205W
Speaker System	15	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Video Monitor	✓	—
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	41.9 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	39.8 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	16-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	16-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Front Shoulder Room	—	60.0 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Rear Head Room	39.0 in.	39.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.8 in.	37.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	58.1 in.
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	21 in	21 x 9.5 in.
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	275/50R21	285/45R21
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport and 2026 BMW X7.

Is the fuel economy different between the Range Rover Sport and the X7?

No, both premium unleaded vehicles match exactly at 22 combined MPG. The Range Rover Sport has slightly better highway efficiency at 25 MPG versus the X7's 24 MPG highway rating.

Which car is physically larger to deal with in parking lots?

The 2026 BMW X7 is substantially larger, measuring 203.6 inches in length, while the 2025 Range Rover Sport is 194.7 inches long, making the Sport slightly more manageable for tight spots.

Does the performance difference justify the higher price of the X7?

The X7 offers 20 more horsepower (375 hp vs. 355 hp) and 29 more lb-ft of torque (398 vs. 369). Whether this performance leap warrants the $3,000 higher MSRP depends on your driving priorities.

What do I gain in cargo space by choosing the Range Rover Sport?

Based on the provided specs, the Range Rover Sport guarantees 31.9 cu ft of cargo capacity. Since the BMW X7 cargo capacity was not listed, we can only confirm the Sport's usable space.

Are both SUVs focused on off-road capability given their drivetrains?

Yes, both utilize sophisticated drive systems; the Range Rover Sport features full four-wheel drive, and the X7 uses all-wheel drive, suggesting strong traction capabilities for varied road conditions.