2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt

$83,700 · Crossover

$102,100 · Wagon

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Range Rover Sport (Car 1) and the 2026 AMG GT (Car 2) is the $18,400 difference in Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, with the Sport starting at $83,700. Performance specifications show a minor gap, as both vehicles deliver 369 lb-ft of torque; however, the AMG GT offers a slight horsepower advantage at 362 hp compared to the Range Rover Sport's 355 hp. Fuel economy slightly favors Car 1, achieving 22 combined MPG versus Car 2's 21 combined MPG, despite both requiring premium fuel. Dimensional discrepancies are also clear: the Range Rover Sport is substantially taller at 71.7 inches versus the AMG GT's 57.3 inches. Critically, cargo capacity heavily favors Car 1, offering 31.9 cubic feet versus the AMG GT's constrained 16.1 cubic feet, suggesting significantly different utility profiles.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport's slightly superior combined MPG of 22 and more conventional crossover dimensions make it marginally more practical for daily driving duties.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

With nearly double the utility provided by 31.9 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to Car 2's 16.1 cu ft, Car 1 serves family storage needs much better.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt

The AMG GT offers a higher 362 hp output and utilizes a 9-speed automatic transmission, suggesting a more performance-focused driving experience.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Car 1 offers substantially higher cargo volume and better fuel economy for $18,400 less than Car 2's initial investment.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Sport if...

Budget constraint dictates a preference for a vehicle priced at $83,700 versus $102,100.
Maximum utility is required, highlighted by the 31.9 cu ft of available cargo space.
A greater ride height (71.7 inches) is preferred for visibility or mild off-road capability, supported by the four-wheel-drive system.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt if...

Performance is paramount, evidenced by the 362 hp engine and 9-speed automatic transmission.
A lower, wagon-like profile (Height: 57.3 inches) is desired over a traditional SUV stance.
The owner prioritizes the AMG badge and is willing to accept 16.1 cu ft of cargo space for the distinct styling and engineering.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Sport	Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt
Length	194.7"	199.0"
Width	79.0"	76.9"
Height	71.7"	57.3"
Wheelbase	118.0"	116.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
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	2
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Rear Integrated Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
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	362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	369 lb-ft @ 1570 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1800 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	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-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	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/25 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	476.0/595.0 mi.	400.9/506.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	21.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
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	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	13.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	640W
Speaker System	15	14
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	6 months
Video Monitor	✓	—
Premium Brand Stereo System	—	Burmester
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Burmester
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	38.8 in.	40.8 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	41.7 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	16-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Front Shoulder Room	—	57.8 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette/Sueded Microfiber	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	39.0 in.	38.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.8 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	57.2 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	19 x 11.0 in.
Tire Type	All Season	Performance
Tire Size	275/50R21	285/40R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Mercedes-Benz
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.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport and 2026 Mercedes-Benz Amg Gt.

How significant is the powertrain performance difference between the two models?

The difference is minimal in raw output; both vehicles match torque output at 369 lb-ft. Car 2 (AMG GT) holds a slight advantage with 362 hp compared to Car 1's 355 hp, but this 7 hp margin is unlikely to translate to a major real-world driving distinction.

Which vehicle is more cost-effective regarding fuel consumption?

The 2025 Range Rover Sport (Car 1) offers marginally better fuel economy at 22 combined MPG versus the AMG GT's 21 combined MPG. Both vehicles are specified to use premium unleaded fuel.

Does the body style drastically impact luggage capacity?

Yes, the difference is substantial. The Range Rover Sport crossover provides 31.9 cu ft of cargo capacity, whereas the AMG GT wagon is limited to 16.1 cu ft, suggesting Car 1 is better suited for large equipment transport.

What is the primary financial barrier between choosing the Range Rover Sport and the AMG GT?

The primary barrier is the MSRP; the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT costs $102,100, which is $18,400 more than the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport's starting price of $83,700.

Are there major differences in their drivetrain and transmission setups?

Yes, Car 1 uses a four-wheel-drive system paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Car 2 utilizes an all-wheel-drive system coupled with a slightly more aggressive 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

How do the physical exterior dimensions compare?

The Range Rover Sport is wider at 79.0 inches versus the AMG GT's 76.9 inches, but the AMG GT is nearly 5 inches longer overall (199.0 inches vs 194.7 inches) and significantly lower in height.