The electric Range Rover finally steps out of the shadows with nearly identical styling to the fifth-generation, petrol-powered model first shown in 2021. But the silence of the new powertrain comes at a cost: according to the headline figures, buyers will pay about $25,000 more for the zero-emission version than an equivalent gas model. On top of that, the EV concedes a full ton of towing capacity compared with its internal-combustion sibling, a meaningful trade-off for anyone pulling heavy trailers or boats.
This puts the electric Range Rover in a curious position within the large luxury SUV segment. It is not just another electric SUV; it carries the brand’s reputation for on-road serenity and off-road confidence. Yet those credentials will now be judged against new expectations, particularly for buyers in Saudi Arabia who traditionally value Range Rover's towing muscle and long-distance convenience alongside its prestige.
Saudi shoppers already have several high-end electric alternatives to consider. The Mercedes EQS SUV and BMW iX are established offerings in the Kingdom, while Tesla’s Model X provides a different, more tech-focussed kind of luxury. Those rivals cannot claim the Range Rover's heritage, but they do offer competitive pricing, mature software, and in some cases better efficiency. The new electric
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