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BMW 2 Series vs Land Rover Defender comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Land Rover Defender?
BMW 2 Series vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
2 Series
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW 2 Series is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,172 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
Defender
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Defender offers somewhat more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers somewhat more torque with 750 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
2 Series
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is significantly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers substantially more boot space – 786 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 396 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries clearly more – 819 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 419 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Land Rover Defender stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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Land Rover Defender
BMW 2 Series
Land Rover Defender
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BMW 2 Series
The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.
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Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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BMW 2 Series
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
4
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Land Rover
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