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BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (625 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Land Rover Defender?
X5
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 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19200 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BMW X5 performs clearly better – achieving up to 105 km, about 57 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
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 has a slight edge – offering 635 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Land Rover Defender tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 750 Nm.
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X5
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, BMW X5 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2240 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers somewhat more room – 786 L compared to 650 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs barely noticeable better – up to 1875 L, which is about 5 L more than the BMW X5.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender a bit takes the win – 819 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW X5 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.
BMW X5
Land Rover Defender
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BMW X5
BMW X5
The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.
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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 X5
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
77100 - 143500 £
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Price
57900 - 172000 £
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
105 km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
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Fuel tank capacity
90 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
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Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
4935 mm
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Length
5003 mm
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Width
2004 - 2015 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1755 - 1765 mm
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Height
1995 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
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Max trunk capacity
1875 L
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic 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
298 - 625 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 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
G, B
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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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Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?
The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.