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Land Rover Defender vs Dacia Bigster comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (57,900 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Defender or Dacia Bigster?

Land Rover Defender vs Dacia Bigster: Key differences

Land Rover Defender

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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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Dacia Bigster

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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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

Defender

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.

Dacia Bigster is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,295 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Bigster uses 4.7 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Bigster

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 477 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Dacia Bigster takes 9.7 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.

Defender

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 more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Bigster is significantly lighter – 1,425 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 875 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers moderately more boot space – 786 L compared to 667 L. That’s a difference of about 119 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries substantially more – 819 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 354 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Defender is clearly superior overall 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
Land Rover Defender
Dacia Bigster

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Dacia Bigster

The Bigster is poised to redefine the SUV segment with its bold design and spacious interior, catering to the needs of both families and adventure seekers alike. Emphasizing sustainability and practicality, this model reflects a modern approach to automotive engineering, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers. With its striking presence on the road, the Bigster not only captures attention but also embodies a new era of versatile mobility.

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Land Rover Defender
Dacia Bigster

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Price
20,600 - 28,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
48 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
co2
106 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Curb weight
1,425 - 1,611 kg
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 667 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
2,008 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
Payload
434 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,799 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Dacia
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