2025 Land Rover Range Rover vs 2026 BMW ALPINA XB7

$107,900 · Crossover

$156,000 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover (Car1) and the 2026 BMW ALPINA XB7 (Car2) is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), with Car2 commanding a premium of $48,100 over Car1's starting price of $107,900. Performance metrics heavily favor the ALPINA XB7, boasting 631 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque compared to the Range Rover’s 395 hp and 406 lb-ft. This power advantage comes at the expense of efficiency, as Car1 achieves a respectable 21 MPG combined, while Car2’s fuel economy figures are unlisted but expected to be significantly lower given the performance gap. Physically, the ALPINA XB7 is longer at 203.9 inches versus Car1's 198.9 inches, but the Range Rover offers marginally less cargo space at 40.7 cu ft compared to Car2's 48.6 cu ft. The fundamental trade-off is a $156,000 investment for superior performance versus a more accessible $107,900 entry point.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover

The Range Rover offers superior combined fuel economy at 21 MPG, which translates to lower long-term operating costs for daily commuting.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 BMW ALPINA XB7

The 2026 ALPINA XB7 provides 48.6 cu ft of cargo capacity, offering 7.9 cu ft more utility than the Range Rover's 40.7 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 BMW ALPINA XB7

The ALPINA XB7 significantly outperforms in power metrics, delivering 631 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque versus Car1's 395 hp and 406 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover

The Range Rover’s starting MSRP of $107,900 represents a $48,100 cost advantage over the ALPINA XB7 for a highly capable luxury SUV.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover if...

Budget adherence is critical, as the MSRP is $48,100 lower than Car2 ($107,900 vs $156,000).
Maximum fuel efficiency is desired, as Car1 delivers a certified 21 MPG combined.
A shorter overall length (198.9 inches) is preferred for easier urban navigation and parking.

Choose the BMW ALPINA XB7 if...

Absolute performance is the primary concern, evidenced by the 236 hp surplus over Car1 (631 hp vs 395 hp).
Maximum hauling/storage capability is needed, given the superior 48.6 cu ft cargo volume.
The driver prioritizes high torque output (590 lb-ft) for maximum acceleration feel.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover	BMW ALPINA XB7
Length	198.9"	203.9"
Width	-	78.3"
Height	73.6"	70.7"
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	✓	—
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	4.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	395 hp @ 5500 rpm	631 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	406 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	590 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	32
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 Hi-Lo	—
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	—
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	—
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	452.2/571.2 mi.	0/0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	21.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power 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	✓	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	✓	—
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	✓	✓
Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Climate Control Zones	—	5
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Infotainment Display	13.1 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	380W	464W
Speaker System	13	16
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Video Monitor	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Harman/Kardon
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	12 months

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	39.3 in.	41.9 in.
Front Leg Room	39.9 in.	39.8 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	12-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	10-way	12-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: Premium Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Seat Massage Function	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Rear Head Room	39.2 in.	39.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.4 in.	37.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	58.1 in.
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	BMW
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	23 x 11.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	Performance
Tire Size	275/50R21	325/30R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

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 and 2026 BMW ALPINA XB7.

What is the performance gap in real-world terms between the 2025 Range Rover and the 2026 ALPINA XB7?

The ALPINA XB7 holds a substantial advantage with 631 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, compared to the Range Rover's 395 hp and 406 lb-ft. This 236 hp difference suggests significantly quicker acceleration times for the XB7 in 0-60 mph sprints.

How does the difference in fuel economy affect ownership costs?

The Range Rover provides 21 MPG combined, which directly lowers day-to-day expenditure compared to the performance-focused XB7. While the XB7's MPG is unlisted, its increased power output indicates it will require more premium fuel consumption.

Does the higher price of the ALPINA XB7 translate to significantly more interior space?

The ALPINA XB7 is physically larger in some dimensions, specifically measuring 203.9 inches long, and offers more cargo capacity at 48.6 cu ft versus the Range Rover's 40.7 cu ft.

Which vehicle is more practical for general, non-performance driving?

The Range Rover is likely more practical for standard use due to its better fuel economy (21 MPG) and lower entry price point of $107,900. Both utilize an 8-speed automatic transmission and four/all-wheel drive.

Are there specific drivetrain differences between the two high-end crossovers?

Both vehicles utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, but the Range Rover is explicitly listed with four-wheel drive, while the ALPINA XB7 employs an all-wheel drive system.

How does the height dimension compare for garage fitment?

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover is taller at 73.6 inches high. Conversely, the 2026 ALPINA XB7 sits lower to the ground at 70.7 inches, which might be favorable for lower overhead clearances.