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Ford Puma vs Land Rover Defender comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Land Rover Defender?

Ford Puma vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences

Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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Land Rover Defender

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Puma is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Puma offers considerably more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 369 km more than the Land Rover Defender.

Defender

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 467 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.

Puma

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, Ford Puma is considerably lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 984 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers noticeably more boot space – 786 L compared to 523 L. That’s a difference of about 263 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries significantly more – 819 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 350 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Defender 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 £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/100km
  • Electric Range 48 km
Ford Puma
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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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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Ford Puma
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,805 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Land Rover
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