BMW i4 vs Land Rover Defender

Land Rover Defender Price starts at Rs. 1.03 Crore which is Rs. 31.40 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW i4 priced at Rs. 72.50 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Land Rover Defender (Diesel Model) is 14.01 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Land Rover Defender (Top Model) is powered by 2997 cc engine. The Comparison BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport vs Land Rover Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

i4 vs Defender

Key Highlights i4 eDrive40 M SportDefender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X
Engine Type ... 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV
Motor Power 210 kW ...
Max Power 335.25bhp 296bhp@4000rpm
Range 590 km/charge ...
Charging Time 31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%) ...
Top Speed 190 Km/h 191 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI) ... 11.4 Kmpl
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Basic Info BMW i4 eDrive40 M SportLand Rover Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X
Rating
36 reviews
50 reviews
Brand Name BMW Land Rover
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77.50 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.57 Crore Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement ... 2997 cc
Body Type Sedan,LuxuryAll Sedan Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 335.25bhp 296bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders ... 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 1-Speed 8-Speed AT
Drive Type RWD AWD
Colors
BMW i4 Colors
Land Rover Defender Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) ... 11.4 Kmpl
Tyre Size F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18 255/60 R20
Boot Space 470 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,49,920 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 3,03,709 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.15 Lakh i4 Insurance Rs. 6.34 Lakh Defender Insurance
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Engine Type
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3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV
Motor Power
210 kW
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Engine Displacement
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2997 cc
Battery Capacity
83.9 kWh
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Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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Max Power
335.25bhp
296bhp@4000rpm
Range
590 km/charge
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Max Torque
430Nm
650Nm@1500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
Battery Warranty
8 Year and 160000 km
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No Of Cylinders
...
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
1-Speed
8-Speed AT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Kerb Weight
1920 Kg
2550 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
Twin
Regenerative Braking
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Charging Time
31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)
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Fast Charging
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Charging Port
CCS-II
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Charging Time (A.C)
8H 20 Min -11 kW (0-100%)
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Charging Time (D.C)
31 Min-200 kW(0-80%)
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Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Diesel
0-100 kmph
5.7 Sec
7.5 Sec
Fuel Capacity
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90 Liters
Top Speed
190 Km/h
191 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
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11.4 Kmpl

Suspension Front
3
2
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
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Disc
Brakes Rear
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Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
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Electric
Tyre Size
F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18
255/60 R20

Dual Tone Dashboard
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Ventilated Seats
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Additional Interior Features
Galvanic embellisher for controls ( Switch cluster in doors on driver & front passenger side, Window lift switch, front/rear, Door lock switch), M Leather Steering Wheel, Glass roof with integrated wind deflector, Storage Compartment Package with: ( Storage pocket on the rear of the driver side's backrest, Net on left/right side trim panel in Luggage Compartment), Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Floor mats in velour, Centre armrest in rear foldable, with 2 s, Armrest front with storage compartmentInstrument panel in sensatec black with grey double seam, Ambient Interior Lighting with Dynamic Contour Lighting for Welcome, goodbye, Open door & phone call, Power socket (12 V) 1x in the centre console, front: illuminated, with bimetallic spring, 1x in the luggage compartment: with cover flap, M Sport Exterior Package ( M Aerodynamics package, Radiator grille frame and ta
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Leather Seats
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Rear Seat Headrest
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
470 Liters
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Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Smart
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Additional Exterior Features
18" M aerodynamic wheels 858 M Bicolour with mixed tyres, Dynamic Braking lights, Along with sporty front & rear diffuser elements for enhanced aerodynamics, Blanked off kidney grill, Heat protection glazing, made with tempered safety glass, Door handles flush with the door surface, Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, function on driver side, mirror heating, automatic parking function,, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, Welcome Light Carpet Follow-me-home function, Low beam & high beam (Bi-LED technology) LED rear lights, Daytime driving lights & Side Indicator (LED technology), BMW Iconic LED headlights, Automatic operation of tailgate,
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Rain Sensing Wiper
Trunk Light
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Rear Spoiler
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Length*Width*Height
4783*2073*1448 mm3
5099*2008*1970 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
3022 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
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219 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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Addtional Comfort Features
BMW Rear Wheel Drive - With near actuator wheel slip limitation, Air Suspension on rear axle with Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Servotronic Steering Assist, Cruise Control with braking function, Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear, Rear backrest, foldable and dividable by 40:20:40 with through-loading, Driving Experience Switch with 3 driving modes Comfort/Eco Pro/Sport
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USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Gear Shift Indicator
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Luggage Hook and Net
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Additional Entertainment Features
17 speakers with 464 W Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Live Cockpit Plus:- (Fully Digital 12.3" Instrument Display, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, iDrive Controller, Touch functionality on the Curved Display, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW"), Smartphone Integration - Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with wireless functionality, 2x dual USB Type C 3A charging function in the rear centre console, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW", Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (464 W, 17 speakers), Fine-wood Trim oak grain op
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Smart Entry
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Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
2 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Autonomous Parking
Semi
...
Drive Modes
3
...
No of Speakers
18
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AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
...
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
...
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
...
USB Auxiliary Input
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic
Moon Roof
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
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4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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Knee Airbags
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ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
8
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
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Central Locking
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Advance Safety Features
Three-point seat belts for all seats, including belt stopper, belt latch tensioner & belt force limiter, ISOFIX child seat mounting for outer rear seats, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with extended contents such as: (Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Automatic Stability Control (ASC), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, Airbags: (Airbags for driver and front passenger, Side airbags for driver and front passenger, Head airbags for 1st and 2nd seat row), Adaptive Recuperation System, Rear-view camera integrated into the BMW badge, Parking Assistant with lateral parking aid, Keyless Start/Stop button in blue, Reversing Assistant
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Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
...
Rear Wash Wiper
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Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
...
3

SOS Button
...
RSA
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Live Location
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Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
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Live Weather
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Over Speeding Alert
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Remote Ac On Off
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Remote Door Lock Unlock
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Land Rover Defender
  • It's bigger
  • better and easier to live with. Up to date tech. Comfier
  • upmarket interiors.
Land Rover Defender
  • Not as cushy a ride as it's other stablemates. Might take the self satisfaction out of off-roading for the hard-core enthusiast.

Is BMW I4 Better Than Land Rover Defender?

100% users have chosen BMW i4 over Land Rover Defender in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 134 users have also rated BMW i4 and Land Rover Defender on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
Land Rover Defender is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, safety and features. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor i4 Defender
Mileage 4.1 4.3
Performance 4.1 4.7
Comfort 4.1 4.8
Maintenance 4.1 4.1
Safety 4.1 4.8
Features 4.4 4.7
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BMW i4 Vs Land Rover Defender FAQs

Which car is best between BMW i4 vs Land Rover Defender?
Land Rover Defender is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, safety and features. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW i4 vs Land Rover Defender?
The BMW i4 is cheaper than Land Rover Defender by Rs. 79.50 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW i4 vs Land Rover Defender?
As per the users experiences the BMW i4 has better performance.

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