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Land Rover Defender vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

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?

Land Rover Defender vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Land Rover Defender

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • noticeably more trunk space
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ZEEKR 001

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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:

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.

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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 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.

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 km
Land Rover Defender
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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ZEEKR 001

The 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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Land Rover Defender
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
48 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
135 - 324 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,008 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
494 - 819 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
ZEEKR
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