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Land Rover Defender vs Rolls-Royce Cullinan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (635 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (57900 £ vs 275400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Defender or Rolls-Royce Cullinan?

Land Rover Defender

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan

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

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.

Land Rover Defender has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Cullinan costs 275400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 217543 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Defender manages with 6 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Cullinan with 16 L. The difference is about 10 L per 100 km.

Defender

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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 635 HP compared to 600 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Rolls-Royce Cullinan takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Rolls-Royce Cullinan pulls a bit stronger with 900 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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 evident more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, Land Rover Defender is to a small extent lighter – 2300 kg compared to 2660 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers distinct more room – 786 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 231 L.

When it comes to payload, Rolls-Royce Cullinan minimal takes the win – 840 kg compared to 819 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 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.

Land Rover Defender
Rolls-Royce Cullinan

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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
  • Electric Range : 48 km

Land Rover Defender

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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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Rolls-Royce Cullinan

The Cullinan seamlessly combines the hallmark luxury of Rolls-Royce with the rugged versatility of an SUV, making it a true standout in the automotive landscape. Its impeccably crafted interior envelops passengers in a serene atmosphere, complemented by advanced technology and unparalleled comfort. With its commanding presence on the road, the Cullinan redefines what it means to travel in style without compromising on capability.

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Land Rover Defender
Rolls-Royce Cullinan

Costs and Consumption

Price
57900 - 172000 £
Price
275400 - 324600 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
Consumption L/100km
16 - 16.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
48 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
135 - 324 g/km
co2
363 - 380 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
90 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
Curb weight
2660 kg
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
5003 mm
Length
-
Width
2008 mm
Width
2000 mm
Height
1995 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1875 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
494 - 819 kg
Payload
840 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Power HP
571 - 600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.2 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Power kW
420 - 441 kW
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3
Engine capacity
6749 cm3

General

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

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.