Land Rover Range Rover P38A
The sophisticated second-generation icon that defined the modern luxury SUV.
- Power
- 225 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.3 s
- Top speed
- 124 mph
- Est. value
- $8k–$35k
About the Land Rover Range Rover P38A
The P38A generation Range Rover was the first to be developed under BMW ownership, tasked with replacing the legendary 'Classic' while moving the brand further upmarket. The 4.6 HSE was the range-topping performance variant, featuring a bored-out version of the venerable Rover V8 and a sophisticated, albeit complex, electronic air suspension system. While its predecessor was a utilitarian tool evolved into a luxury car, the P38A was designed from the outset to compete with premium German saloons, offering a significantly more refined cabin and improved road manners. Today, it is gaining recognition as a modern classic, though collectors prize well-maintained examples that have escaped the common electrical and suspension gremlins.
Land Rover Range Rover P38A specs
The Land Rover Range Rover P38A produces 225 bhp (168 kW) and 377 Nm (278 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.3 seconds and has a top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h).
| Make | Land Rover |
|---|---|
| Model | Range Rover |
| Generation | P38A |
| Trim | Range Rover 4.6 HSE |
| Years | 1994–2001 |
| Type | Luxury |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Original price | About $64,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.6-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,554 cc (4.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 225 bhp (168 kW) at 4,750 rpm |
| Torque | 377 Nm (278 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.3 s |
| Top speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,031 kg (4,478 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 111 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Land Rover Range Rover P38A worth?
A typical Land Rover Range Rover P38A is estimated to be worth $8,000 – $35,000 (about £6,000 – £26,000).
Its original price when new was about $64,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Land Rover Range Rover P38A rarity in CarSpot
The Land Rover Range Rover P38A is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 6 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Land Rover Range Rover P38A fun facts
- The 'P38A' designation comes from the office building at the Solihull plant, Block 38A, where the development team was based.
- The 4.6-litre V8 engine in the HSE was only available with an automatic transmission, as the manual gearbox of the era could not reliably handle the torque.
- Early P38A models used the Lucas GEMS engine management system, which was replaced by a more reliable Bosch Motronic system in 1999.
