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Land Rover Defender vs Porsche Taycan Wagon – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Defender or Porsche Taycan Wagon?

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

Defender @ media.landrover.com

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.

Land Rover Defender has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £, while the Porsche Taycan Wagon costs 88700 £. That’s a price difference of around 30857 £.

As for range, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs clearly better – achieving up to 652 km, about 604 km more than the Land Rover Defender.

Taycan Wagon @ Porsche Presse Deutschland

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 Porsche Taycan Wagon has a noticeable edge – offering 952 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 317 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan Wagon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.40 s, while the Land Rover Defender takes 4 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Land Rover Defender tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan Wagon pulls evident stronger with 1110 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers clearly more seating capacity – 8 vs 4.

In curb weight, Porsche Taycan Wagon is minimal lighter – 2190 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly more room – 786 L compared to 446 L. That’s a difference of about 340 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs clearly better – up to 2078 L, which is about 866 L more than the Porsche Taycan Wagon.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender noticeable takes the win – 819 kg compared to 605 kg. That’s a difference of about 214 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Taycan Wagon proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Taycan Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Porsche Taycan Wagon

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 952 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 - 19 kWh
  • Electric Range : 537 - 652 km

Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender boasts a rugged design that seamlessly blends traditional aesthetics with modern innovation, making it a true icon in the world of off-road vehicles. Its performance capabilities are matched by a luxurious interior, offering comfort and cutting-edge technology for drivers and passengers alike. Whether tackling rough terrains or cruising through city streets, the Defender exudes versatility and reliability, maintaining its reputation as a robust yet refined companion for any adventure.

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Porsche Taycan Wagon

The Taycan Wagon seamlessly blends the elegance of a luxury estate with the exhilarating performance Porsche is renowned for. Its sleek design not only boasts practicality but also exudes a sporty flair, making it a standout in both city streets and open highways. With a commitment to sustainability, this electrifying model illustrates that eco-friendly driving can be both thrilling and stylish.

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Land Rover Defender
Porsche Taycan Wagon
Defender
Taycan Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
57900 - 172000 £
Price
88700 - 182100 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 19 kWh
Electric Range
48 km
Electric Range
537 - 652 km
Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
135 - 324 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
89 - 91 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
4
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
Curb weight
2190 - 2400 kg
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Trunk capacity
405 - 446 L
Length
4323 - 5358 mm
Length
4962 - 4974 mm
Width
2008 mm
Width
1966 - 1967 mm
Height
1967 - 1995 mm
Height
1388 - 1412 mm
Max trunk capacity
1263 - 2078 L
Max trunk capacity
1171 - 1212 L
Payload
494 - 819 kg
Payload
475 - 605 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Power HP
408 - 952 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
175 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
410 - 1110 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Power kW
300 - 700 kW
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Land Rover Defender?

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.