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Mercedes G Class vs Land Rover Defender - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (605 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (106600 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or Land Rover Defender?
G Class
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Land Rover Defender has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57900 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48733 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Defender manages with 6 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.70 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class performs clearly better – achieving up to 468 km, about 420 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
Defender
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Defender has a barely noticeable edge – offering 635 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes G Class takes 4.40 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes G Class performs barely noticeable better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Land Rover Defender tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes G Class pulls evident stronger with 1164 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm difference.
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G Class
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers noticeable more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.
In curb weight, Land Rover Defender is slight lighter – 2300 kg compared to 2485 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers slightly more room – 786 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes G Class performs minimal better – up to 2010 L, which is about 135 L more than the Land Rover Defender.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender to a small extent takes the win – 819 kg compared to 715 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes G Class is barely ahead 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.
Mercedes G Class
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Mercedes G Class
Mercedes G Class
The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
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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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Mercedes G Class
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
106600 - 171000 £
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Price
57900 - 172000 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
468 km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
116 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
100 L
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Fuel tank capacity
90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2485 - 3085 kg
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Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
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Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
4624 - 4873 mm
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Length
5003 mm
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Width
1931 - 1984 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1973 - 1983 mm
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Height
1995 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1990 - 2010 L
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Max trunk capacity
1875 L
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Payload
415 - 715 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
180 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
760 - 1164 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Land Rover
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What drive types are available for the Mercedes G Class?
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.