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BMW 4 Series Convertible vs Land Rover Defender comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (52,100 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Convertible or Land Rover Defender?

BMW 4 Series Convertible vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Convertible

  • somewhat cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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Land Rover Defender

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  • slightly more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 4 Series Convertible is somewhat cheaper – starting at 52,100 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,743 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Convertible uses 5.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Defender

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Defender offers slightly 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 4 Series Convertible is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

4 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Convertible is visibly lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers substantially more boot space – 786 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 401 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries substantially more – 819 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 399 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Defender is far ahead overall 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.

from £57,900
Defender

Land Rover Defender

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 14.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 48 km
BMW 4 Series Convertible
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

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BMW 4 Series Convertible

The BMW 4 Series Convertible blends coupe-like elegance with open-top drama, its sleek profile and distinctive grille demanding attention whether the roof’s up or down. Behind the wheel it serves up taut handling and a refined ride, making it a rewarding choice for drivers who want sporty character without sacrificing everyday comfort — and yes, it looks spectacular when you drop the top.

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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 4 Series Convertible
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,100 - 96,600 £
Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
136 - 231 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
4
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,765 - 2,055 kg
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
345 - 420 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Land Rover
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