Compare performance (530 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Land Rover Defender?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 4 Series Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,657 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Coupe uses 4.8 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.
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 4 Series Coupe is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.5 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.
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 4 Series Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers considerably more boot space – 786 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 346 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries considerably more – 819 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 404 kg.
The Land Rover Defender holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.
detailsThe 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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Price
46,200 - 93,900 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 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
126 - 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
1,600 - 1,895 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 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
1,852 - 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
355 - 415 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
184 - 530 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 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
300 - 700 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
135 - 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, F, 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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