2026 Range Rover vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class & BMW X5
Compare the New Range Rover to the Luxury SUV Competition
The original luxury SUV, the iconic Range Rover, remains unmatched. However, to maintain dominance in luxury off-road vehicles, simply staying in neutral is not enough. That's why the 2026 Range Rover is constantly evolving, offering enhanced refinement and responsiveness to outperform competitors. Here at our new Range Rover dealership in Wilmington, NC, you can discover how the new Range Rover stacks up against rivals like the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and BMW X5.Range Rover vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Performance
Range Rover SV models deliver 606 horsepower, exceeding the AMG® version of the G-Class, which produces 577 horsepower. Both SUVs start with a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine. The Range Rover offers 395 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque, while the G-Class provides 443 horsepower and 413 pound-feet. Some non-SV Range Rover models can reach up to 523 horsepower. The G-Class is less efficient, with a fuel economy of 19 mpg, while the Range Rover achieves 24 highway mpg.
Capability
You can tow a heavier boat to Myrtle Beach, SC with the Range Rover, which has a maximum towing capacity of 7,715 pounds, surpassing the Mercedes-Benz G-Class at 7,000 pounds. Both SUVs feature permanent all-wheel drive, but the Range Rover is equipped with the exclusive configurable Terrain Response®. With eight terrain modes, it handles unknown terrain beyond Morehead City, NC, more effectively. Additionally, the Range Rover excels off-road, with a ground clearance of 11.6 inches and a maximum wading depth of 35.4 inches. In contrast, the G-Class has a ground clearance of 9.5 inches and a fording depth of 27.5 inches.
Interior
The new Range Rover gives travelers from Jacksonville, NC more options, with Standard Wheelbase, Long Wheelbase, and seven-seat Long Wheelbase configurations available. The G-Class only seats five travelers. There is 41 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back row of the Range Rover, while the G-Class offers 35 cubic feet. Fit extra travel gear in your Range Rover as you load up in your Wilmington, NC driveway ahead of the weekend adventure.
Generic leather upholstery is standard for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, but you have to upgrade for Nappa leather upholstery. New Range Rover SUVs come with perforated Windsor leather seats for superior comfort. Rear Seat Entertainment for the Range Rover includes an 8-inch touchscreen controller located in the second-row armrest of the Executive Class rear seats. Twin 11.4-inch high-definition screens offer screen mirroring so the kids can watch their favorite films on the ride home to Hampstead, NC in the Range Rover. The MBUX High-End Rear Seat Entertainment System for the G-Class is optional.
Technology
New Range Rover SUVs offer a Meridian™ Signature Sound System with 34 speakers, while the Burmester® 3D Surround Sound System in the G-Class only has 15 speakers. The G-Class features 12.3-inch twin displays for multimedia and digital instruments. Next-generation Pivi Pro - an award-winning infotainment system - incorporates all controls on a singular 13.1-inch touchscreen to offer easy connectivity. This curved floating glass interface of the Range Rover is larger than its rival. A 12.3-inch Interactive Driver Display in the Range Rover works in harmony with Pivi Pro.
Range Rover vs. BMW X5
Performance
The Range Rover offers more power with its 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine that generates 395 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque, leading to better acceleration. In comparison, the X5 40i models are equipped with a 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo six-cylinder engine producing 375 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque. Both SUVs provide plug-in hybrid options. The Range Rover electric hybrid can travel 53 miles on fully electric power, making it ideal for a weekend trip to Myrtle Beach, SC without using fuel. Although the X5 PHEV has an increased range, at 38 miles, it still doesn't match the Range Rover's electric range.
Capability
The BMW X5 can tow up to 7,200 pounds, which is substantial but falls short of the Range Rover and its higher towing capacity of 7,715 pounds. While the X5 is equipped with xDrive, BMW's smart all-wheel-drive system, this feature is not included on the base models. Every new Range Rover available in Wilmington, NC, is a 4x4 with All Wheel Drive, All Wheel Steering, and Configurable Terrain Response®. The X5 has less than nine inches of ground clearance and cannot ford water, whereas the Range Rover offers nearly a foot of ground clearance for obstacle clearance and can handle water crossings up to nearly three feet deep.
Interior
The Range Rover Long Wheelbase version can seat up to seven passengers, while various five-passenger setups are available, offering luxury SUV buyers more choices. It also provides more cargo space at 41 cubic feet compared to the 34 cubic feet in the five-passenger X5. Additionally, the Range Rover features an exclusive Rear Seat Entertainment system with 11.4-inch high-definition screens to keep your passengers entertained.
You can also enjoy a calmer ride to events thanks to the new Range Rover and its advanced Active Noise Cancellation. The X5 lacks this feature, as well as PM 2.5 filtration and nanoe™X technology. The Range Rover also offers Cabin Air Purification Pro, which effectively reduces allergens, bacteria, and odors inside the cabin. Additionally, it provides four-zone Climate Control, whereas the X5 features only dual-zone Climate Control.
Technology
The X5 has a BMW Curved Display that combines a 14.9-inch Central Information Display with a 12.3-inch instrument cluster. By comparison, the Range Rover is equipped with the award-winning Pivi Pro system, featuring a 13.1-inch curved, floating-glass touchscreen and a 12.3-inch Interactive Driver Display. Additionally, the Range Rover's Meridian™ Signature Sound System complements the HiFi Sound System found in the X5.
Test Drive a New Range Rover SUV in Wilmington, NC
Boasting superior capability, comfort, and cargo capacity, the Range Rover easily outshines competitors. Experience this new SUV at your Wilmington, NC Range Rover dealership. Head to Land Rover Cape Fear to take a test drive today.
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Wilmington, NC 28403
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