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BMW XM vs Land Rover Defender - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (748 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (116100 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Land Rover Defender?
XM
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Land Rover Defender has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58285 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW XM manages with 4.70 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BMW XM performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 80 km, about 32 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 XM has a somewhat edge – offering 748 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW XM pulls evident stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.
XM
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 slightly more seating capacity – 8 vs 7.
In curb weight, Land Rover Defender is slightly lighter – 2300 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly perceptible more room – 786 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 259 L.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender clearly perceptible takes the win – 819 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 294 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Land Rover Defender holds a solid 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 XM
Land Rover Defender
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from about £57,900
Land Rover Defender
BMW XM
The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.
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Land Rover Defender
4 (1 Reviews)
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 XM
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
116100 - 159300 £
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Price
57900 - 172000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 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
78 - 80 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
105 - 119 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
7
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2695 - 2795 kg
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Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 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
2005 mm
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Width
2008 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 - 525 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
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
476 - 748 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 - 1000 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
350 - 550 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
2998 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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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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What drive types are available for the BMW XM?
The BMW XM 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.