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Land Rover Defender vs Polestar 4 comparison
Compare performance (635 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (57,900 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Defender or Polestar 4?
Land Rover Defender vs Polestar 4: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Defender
Costs and Efficiency:
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.
Polestar 4 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,800 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 572 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
4
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Defender offers a bit more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers very slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 64 Nm more.
Defender
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, Polestar 4 is marginally lighter – 2,230 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers noticeably more boot space – 786 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 260 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries clearly more – 819 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 364 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 4 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.
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Polestar 4
Land Rover Defender
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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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Polestar 4
The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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Land Rover Defender
Polestar 4
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
2 - 8
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,840 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Payload
455 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
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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
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Land Rover
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Brand
Polestar
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