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BMW iX vs Land Rover Defender comparison
Compare performance (659 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Land Rover Defender?
BMW iX 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.
iX
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.
Land Rover Defender is noticeably cheaper – starting at 57,900 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,714 £.
As for electric range, the BMW iX offers significantly more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 653 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
Defender
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers only slightly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is only 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 BMW iX delivers noticeably more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm more.
iX
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 5.
In terms of curb weight, Land Rover Defender is very slightly lighter – 2,300 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers markedly more boot space – 786 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 286 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries visibly more – 819 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 244 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW iX is decisively ahead 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 £71,600
BMW iX
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Land Rover Defender
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BMW iX
The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.
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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 iX
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
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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
0 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
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 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
1,970 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
505 - 575 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
408 - 659 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 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
700 - 1,015 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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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