The Range Rover SV Sawai Collection is Land Rover’s newest India-only special, and it is one of the rarest Range Rovers ever sold here. Launched on October 31 at Rs 4.90 crore (ex-showroom), it is limited to 18 cars, split into three editions named after the Rajasthan cities of Jaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer.
Each edition gets its own paint, cabin colours and embroidery, all designed by the Range Rover Bespoke division. Underneath, all three are long-wheelbase Range Rover SVs with the 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8.
Here is what each edition looks like, what you get for the money, and who it is for.
What is the Range Rover SV Sawai Collection?
The Range Rover SV Sawai Collection is a limited run of 18 long-wheelbase Range Rover SVs made for India, priced at Rs 4.90 crore ex-showroom. It comes in three editions, Sawai Jaipur, Sawai Jodhpur and Sawai Jaisalmer, with six cars each. Each one celebrates the architecture and culture of its city through colour and embroidery.
“Sawai” is a historic royal title linked with exceptional ability, wisdom and distinction. Land Rover says the collection reflects those qualities through craftsmanship.
This is the third Range Rover collection created for India. It follows the Range Rover SV Ranthambore Edition and the Range Rover SV Masara Edition.
What do all three Sawai editions share?
Every car gets 23-inch “Champagne” alloy wheels, an “Atlas Silver” pack with silver body accents and 24-karat gold-plated surrounds for the Range Rover lettering, a first for the brand. Inside, a plaque shows the edition name and “1 of 6”. All three use the four-seat long-wheelbase SV layout.
The rear seats recline and offer heating, cooling and massage. There are rear entertainment screens and fold-out tables. In each edition, the controls get a white ceramic finish, and the two rear seats come with dedicated cushions carrying matching embroidery.
The door sills also carry edition-specific scuff plates with “1 of 6” branding. These touches matter because buyers of cars like this are paying as much for the story as for the hardware.
How are the Jaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer editions different?
The three editions differ in exterior paint, cabin colours, seat embroidery and carpets. Jaipur has a rose-tinted body inspired by the Pink City. Jodhpur uses a soft blue linked to the Blue City. Jaisalmer gets a golden finish styled on the Golden City’s sandstone walls. Each edition is limited to six cars.
| Three editions | Sawai Jaipur | Sawai Jodhpur | Sawai Jaisalmer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior | Rose-tinted (terracotta pink) | Soft blue | Golden (sandstone) |
| Cabin colours | Ecru and Deep Garnet | Perlino and Riviera | Perlino and Caraway |
| Seat belts | Ebony | Perlino | Perlino |
| Embroidery theme | Hawa Mahal “Jharokha” windows | Stone and wood “Jali” screens | Block printing and Jaisalmer Fort |
| Steering wheel | Deep Garnet and Ebony leather | Perlino leather, Ash Burr veneer | Perlino leather, Ash Burr veneer |
| Carpets | Ebony | Liberty Blue | Caraway |
| Units | 6 | 6 | 6 |
The Sawai Jodhpur Edition is the most unusual. Its soft blue paint is a rare choice for a flagship SUV, and the Liberty Blue carpets carry the theme inside.
What engine powers the Range Rover Sawai Edition?
All three Sawai editions use a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V8. Autocar India lists it at 537hp and 750Nm, driving all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic gearbox. There is no diesel, plug-in hybrid or six-cylinder option for this collection, so every one of the 18 cars has the same powertrain.
| Range Rover SV Sawai Collection specs | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4.4-litre twin-turbo petrol V8 |
| Power / torque | 537hp / 750Nm |
| Gearbox / drive | 8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive |
| Body | Long-wheelbase SV, four seats |
| Wheels | 23-inch Champagne alloys |
| Price (ex-showroom) | Rs 4.90 crore |
| Production | 18 cars, 6 per edition |
Range Rover SV Sawai Collection: confirmed vs not confirmed
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Rs 4.90 crore ex-showroom price | Confirmed |
| 18 units, six per edition | Confirmed |
| 4.4-litre V8, 8-speed auto, AWD | Confirmed |
| Delivery dates | Not announced |
| On-road price by city | Not announced; depends on state taxes |
| How many cars are still unsold | Not disclosed |
Who will buy a Range Rover SV Sawai?
The buyers are collectors and families who already own luxury SUVs and want something nobody else has. Six cars per edition is a tiny number, even for India’s top end. Land Rover has not said whether all 18 are already allocated, so serious buyers should ask a dealer quickly rather than wait.
The wider market helps explain the launch. India’s luxury car sales have been rising, and limited editions let brands earn more from the same model without building a new one.
What should you check before booking a limited-edition Range Rover?
Check four things before paying a booking amount: the delivery date in writing, the exact edition and unit number, the insurance value, and how special paint and trim will be repaired. With only six cars per edition, a damaged panel or a stained seat cannot simply be swapped from stock at the nearest dealer.
Ask the dealer whether body panels in the edition colour are stocked in India or painted to order. Special finishes often take longer to match, and a repair can keep the car off the road for weeks. The same goes for embroidered seats and cushions, which are unique to each edition.
Insurance is the next point. Ask your insurer for an agreed-value policy that reflects the car’s rarity, rather than a standard valuation that treats it like any long-wheelbase SV. Keep every document that proves the edition, including the build plaque details, because they support resale value later.
Finally, ask about tyres. The 23-inch Champagne wheels need large, expensive tyres, so check availability and replacement cost before you buy.
CarBike Insight Analysis
The Range Rover SV Sawai Collection is not a new car; it is a new story told on an existing one. That is not a criticism. Indian buyers at this level often value personalisation and rarity more than an extra 20hp, and Land Rover has read that well.
The rear seat is where these cars are judged, and the four-seat SV layout is the right base. Massage, cooling and fold-out tables make it a chauffeur car first, which suits how many owners use a long-wheelbase Range Rover in Indian cities.
The honest caveats are about running costs. A petrol V8 will use fuel heavily in traffic, 23-inch wheels make tyres expensive, and insurance on a Rs 4.90 crore car is a large yearly bill. Resale should be better than a normal SV because only 18 exist, but special paint can also narrow the pool of second-hand buyers.
Who should buy? Collectors who want a Range Rover with a clear India connection. Who should look elsewhere? Buyers thinking about the future of luxury SUVs should note JLR’s plans for the Range Rover Electric in India. Anyone who wants a sportier Italian alternative could compare the updated Maserati range for India.
FAQ
What is the price of the Range Rover SV Sawai Collection?
The Range Rover SV Sawai Collection costs Rs 4.90 crore, ex-showroom. On-road prices will be higher and vary by state because of registration and taxes. Land Rover has not published city-wise on-road prices for the collection.
How many Range Rover Sawai Edition cars will be made?
Only 18 cars will be made. There are three editions, Sawai Jaipur, Sawai Jodhpur and Sawai Jaisalmer, and each is limited to six units. A “1 of 6” plaque inside and on the scuff plates marks every car.
What engine does the Range Rover SV Sawai have?
It uses a 4.4-litre twin-turbo petrol V8 with 537hp and 750Nm, according to Autocar India. Power goes to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic gearbox. No diesel or hybrid version is offered for this collection.
What is different about the Sawai Jodhpur Edition?
The Sawai Jodhpur Edition has a soft blue body, a Perlino and Riviera cabin, Jali-inspired seat embroidery, Ash Burr veneer on the steering wheel and Liberty Blue carpets. It is limited to six cars, like the other two editions.
Is the Sawai Collection the first India-only Range Rover?
No. It is the third Range Rover collection made for India. It follows the Range Rover SV Ranthambore Edition and the Range Rover SV Masara Edition, both earlier limited runs created by the Range Rover Bespoke team.
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