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BMW X6 vs Land Rover Defender - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (83600 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Land Rover Defender?

BMW X6

Land Rover Defender

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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Land Rover Defender has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 83600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Defender manages with 6 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.20 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

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 Land Rover Defender has a minimal 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 X6 is barely noticeable 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 X6 performs to a small extent 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.

X6

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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, BMW X6 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 distinct more room – 786 L compared to 580 L. That’s a difference of about 206 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs to a small extent better – up to 1875 L, which is about 345 L more than the BMW X6.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender somewhat takes the win – 819 kg compared to 695 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Land Rover Defender shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 48 km
BMW X6
Land Rover Defender

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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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 X6
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

Price
83600 - 146400 £
Price
57900 - 172000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
83 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2445 kg
Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
4960 mm
Length
5003 mm
Width
2004 - 2019 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1700 mm
Height
1995 mm
Max trunk capacity
1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1875 L
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the BMW X6 have?

The BMW X6 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.