Compare performance (635 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (57,900 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Defender or KGM Rexton?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
KGM Rexton is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,723 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Defender uses 6 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the KGM Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.
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 202 HP. That’s roughly 433 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 KGM Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 7.
In terms of curb weight, KGM Rexton is somewhat lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers only slightly more boot space – 786 L compared to 784 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.
When it comes to payload, the KGM Rexton carries very slightly more – 845 kg compared to 819 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.
The Land Rover Defender stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe Rexton is a roomy, rugged SUV that prioritizes comfort and practical utility, making it a sensible choice for families and buyers who need genuine off-road capability. It offers solid refinement and a generous equipment level for the money, though the brand still trails more mainstream rivals in recognition.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Price
41,100 - 50,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.2 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
48 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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co2
216 - 219 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
Off-Roader
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
2 - 8
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,105 kg
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
2,008 mm
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Width
1,960 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
494 - 819 kg
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Payload
730 - 845 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel
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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
200 - 635 HP
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Power HP
202 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
441 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Power kW
149 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Land Rover
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Brand
KGM
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