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Land Rover Defender vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (57,900 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Defender or Toyota RAV4?

Land Rover Defender vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Land Rover Defender

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (12 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Defender

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.

Toyota RAV4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,152 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota RAV4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 89 km more than the Land Rover Defender.

RAV4

Engine and Performance:

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 309 HP. That’s roughly 326 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 Toyota RAV4 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Defender

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is noticeably lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly more boot space – 786 L compared to 514 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries noticeably more – 819 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 209 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 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.

from £37,700
RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 185 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 133 - 137 km
Land Rover Defender
Toyota RAV4

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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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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Land Rover Defender
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
48 km
Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
135 - 324 g/km
co2
30 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,008 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
494 - 819 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Toyota
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