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Land Rover Defender vs XPeng X9 comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (57,900 £ vs 66,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Defender or XPeng X9?

Land Rover Defender vs XPeng X9: Key differences

Land Rover Defender

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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XPeng X9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more electric range
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Land Rover Defender is moderately cheaper – starting at 57,900 £ , while the XPeng X9 costs 66,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,657 £.

As for electric range, the XPeng X9 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 615 km, about 567 km more than the Land Rover Defender.

X9

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 markedly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the XPeng X9 takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers moderately more torque with 750 Nm compared to 640 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

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 more seats – 8 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Land Rover Defender is somewhat lighter – 2,300 kg compared to 2,690 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers very slightly more boot space – 786 L compared to 721 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The XPeng X9 sits just ahead 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.

from £66,500
X9

XPeng X9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 320 - 503 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 535 - 615 km
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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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Reviews Land Rover Defender

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Dythe fourika
24 May 2026, 22:30:46

Fan of Subaru Forester cars, old 1997 model, automatic, petrol.

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XPeng X9

The XPeng X9 is a high-tech electric flagship that blends a roomy, upscale cabin with a sleek, modern design aimed at families and tech-minded drivers. It showcases advanced driver-assistance systems and a sophisticated infotainment setup, delivering a quietly refined and convenient driving experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Price
66,500 - 74,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
48 km
Electric Range
535 - 615 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
MPV
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Curb weight
2,690 - 2,750 kg
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Trunk capacity
721 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,008 mm
Width
1,988 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
494 - 819 kg
Payload
575 - 610 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Power HP
320 - 503 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
450 - 640 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Power kW
235 - 370 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
XPeng
What drive types are available for the Land Rover Defender?

The Land Rover Defender is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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