Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Land Rover Defender has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £, while the Maserati Grecale costs 71500 £. That’s a price difference of around 13653 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Defender manages with 6 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Maserati Grecale with 8.80 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Maserati Grecale performs decisively better – achieving up to 501 km, about 453 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
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 somewhat edge – offering 635 HP compared to 558 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Grecale is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Maserati Grecale performs slightly better – reaching 285 km/h, while the Land Rover Defender tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Maserati Grecale pulls barely noticeable stronger with 820 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.
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 noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Maserati Grecale is evident lighter – 1870 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers distinct more room – 786 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 251 L.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender to a small extent takes the win – 819 kg compared to 690 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.
The Maserati Grecale proves to be offers a more balanced package and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Maserati Grecale is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Maserati Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
57900 - 172000 £
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Price
71500 - 107400 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.90 kWh
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Electric Range
48 km
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Electric Range
501 km
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Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
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Battery Capacity
98 kWh
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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co2
0 - 254 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
89 - 91 L
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Fuel tank capacity
64 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2 - 8
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Seats
5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
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Curb weight
1870 - 2480 kg
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Trunk capacity
535 L
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Length
4323 - 5358 mm
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Length
4846 - 4865 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Width
1948 - 1979 mm
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Height
1967 - 1995 mm
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Height
1651 - 1670 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1263 - 2078 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Payload
630 - 690 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
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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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
Reduction Gearbox, 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
301 - 558 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
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Max Speed
175 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 285 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
450 - 820 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Power kW
221 - 410 kW
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Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 - 3000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Land Rover
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Brand
Maserati
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.