Compare performance (635 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (57,900 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Defender or ZEEKR 001?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
ZEEKR 001 is slightly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,437 £.
As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 572 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
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 somewhat 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 ZEEKR 001 is only 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 only slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 64 Nm more.
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 5.
In terms of curb weight, ZEEKR 001 is very slightly lighter – 2,200 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers noticeably more boot space – 786 L compared to 539 L. That’s a difference of about 247 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries noticeably more – 819 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 299 kg.
The ZEEKR 001 is far 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.
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.
detailsThe Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
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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
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Electric Range
585 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
Estate
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Seats
2 - 8
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Trunk capacity
539 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
2,008 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Payload
505 - 520 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-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 - 7.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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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
2026
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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
ZEEKR
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