Range Rover Vogue / Autobiography Review

2017-2023

The flagship Range Rover Vogue / Autobiography (L405 facelift and new L460 series) represents the absolute pinnacle of luxury travel and status presentation in Kenya. Sourced from the UK or Japan, total landed prices range from KSh 9.8M to KSh 24M+.

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mandai score 8/10

*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car

What’s good

  • Peerless luxury ride comfort with Executive Class rear seating.
  • Massive road command and executive status in Nairobi.
  • P400e zero-emission electric commuting mode.

What’s not so good

  • High CRSP customs duty baseline investment.
  • Requires specialized technician servicing.

5 doorsPetrol, Diesel, Plug-in hybridAutomatic

At a glance

Model
Range Rover Vogue / Autobiography (L405 / L460 Series)
Production years
2017–2023
Body type
5-Door Flagship Luxury SUV (SWB / LWB)
Seating capacity
4 or 5
Fuel types
Clean Diesel, Petrol, PHEV
Engine sizes
1,997 cc (2.0L PHEV) / 2,996 cc (3.0L MHEV) / 4,395 cc (4.4L V8) / 4,999 cc (5.0L V8)
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Permanent AWD with Electronic Air Suspension & All-Wheel Steering
Ground clearance
220 mm (up to 295 mm Air)
Source market
UK / Japan (RHD)

Fuel consumption

14.2 km/L7.0 L/100km combined
Combined14.2 km/L
City11.8 km/L
Highway16.0 km/L

Manufacturer / import-market figures: 14.2 km/L (TDV6) / 33.0 km/L (P400e PHEV) / 8.5 km/L (V8). Tank: 86 L (about 1221 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.

Running cost

KES 1,598 per 100 kmKES 16 per km
City driving
KES 1,923 / 100 km
Highway driving
KES 1,419 / 100 km
1,000 km a month
KES 15,983
Full tank (86 L)
KES 19,519

Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.

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Trims & variants

Setup

2.0L turbo petrol + electric motor (404 hp / 640 Nm), 48 km EV range.

Package tiers

Autobiography adds Executive Class rear seats, semi-aniline leather, soft-close doors, and Meridian 1700W 3D sound.

PackageLevelKey features
Vogue SEFlagship luxuryPerforated Semi-Aniline leather, 21-inch alloys, Soft door close, Meridian 825W.
AutobiographyUltimate luxuryExecutive Class rear seats, 22-inch wheels, Pixel-laser LED headlights, Suedecloth headlining.
SVAutobiographyBespoke executivePower rear tables, refrigerated compartment, mohair mats, hand-finished trim.

About the Range Rover Vogue / Autobiography

The 2.0L P400e PHEV (1,997 cc) qualifies for KRA's 25% excise tax bracket, while 3.0L TDV6/D350, 4.4L SDV8, and 4.4L/5.0L V8 models trigger the 35% luxury excise duty rate.

Buying tips for Kenyan importers

  1. Verify air suspension electronic damper responses.
  2. Scan high-voltage battery SOH on P400e hybrid models.

Disclaimer

Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.

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