BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender

Land Rover Defender Price starts at Rs. 1.03 Crore which is Rs. 7.90 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW X5 priced at Rs. 96.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW X5 (Diesel Model) is 12 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Land Rover Defender (Diesel Model) is 14.01 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW X5 (Top Model) is powered by 2993 cc engine , while Land Rover Defender (Top Model) is powered by 2997 cc engine. The Comparison BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport vs Land Rover Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

X5 vs Defender

Key Highlights X5 xDrive30d M SportDefender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X
Engine Type TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder engine 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV
Max Power 281.68bhp@4000rpm 296bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 12 Kmpl 11.4 Kmpl
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Basic Info BMW X5 xDrive30d M SportLand Rover Defender 3.0 l Diesel 130 X
Rating
28 reviews
51 reviews
Brand Name BMW Land Rover
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.09 Crore Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.57 Crore Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2993 cc 2997 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 281.68bhp@4000rpm 296bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 8-Speed AT
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Colors
BMW X5 Colors
Land Rover Defender Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 12 Kmpl 11.4 Kmpl
Tyre Size 21 255/60 R20
Boot Space 645 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 2,11,822 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 3,03,709 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 4.51 Lakh X5 Insurance Rs. 6.34 Lakh Defender Insurance
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Engine Type
TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder engine
3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV
Motor Power
12bhp
...
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
2997 cc
Motor Type
48V Electric Motor
...
Max Power
281.68bhp@4000rpm
296bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
650Nm@1500-2500rpm
650Nm@1500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
8-Speed AT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
2170 Kg
2550 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Twin
Mild Hybrid
...

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
6.1 Sec
7.5 Sec
Fuel Capacity
80 Liters
90 Liters
Top Speed
243 Km/h
191 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
12 Kmpl
11.4 Kmpl

Suspension Front
3
2
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
21
255/60 R20
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Runflat
...

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Black, Sensatec Black
...
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 Instrument Display
...
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
6
...
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
645 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Smart
...
Additional Exterior Features
Illuminated Kidney (Iconic Glow) Grille, BMW Adaptive LED Headlights with(BMW Selective Beam, High-beam assistant,Blue Design Element, Accent lighting with turn indicators), Sun Protection Glazing, Exterior mirrors(anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror), Two-part tailgate, BMW Individual roof rails High-Gloss Shadow Line
...
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4922*2004*1745 mm3
5099*2008*1970 mm3
Wheelbase
2975 mm
3022 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
219 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 Instrument Display
...
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
464 W Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Digital Key Plus
...
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
2 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
All
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
...
Drive Modes
4
...
Internal Storage
...
No of Speakers
16
...
Rear Entertainment System
...
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
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
Front
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
DVD Playback
...
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 & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Sunroof
Panoramic
Panoramic
Moon Roof
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Hill Descent Control
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Automatic Start/Stop function, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Brake Energy Regeneration, Active Park Distance Control (PDC), Attentiveness Assistant, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Electronic Vehicle Immobiliser, Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function, ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls, Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Crash Sensor and Dynamic Braking Lights, Emergency Spare Wheel
...
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Both
...
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

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

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 X5 Better Than Land Rover Defender?

56% users have chosen BMW X5 over Land Rover Defender in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 121 users have also rated BMW X5 and Land Rover Defender on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
BMW X5 has out rated Land Rover Defender on all the rating factors.
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 X5 Defender
Mileage 5.0 4.3
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 5.0 4.8
Maintenance 5.0 4.1
Safety 5.0 4.8
Features 5.0 4.7
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BMW X5 Vs Land Rover Defender FAQs

Which car is best between BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender?
BMW X5 has out rated Land Rover Defender on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender?
The BMW X5 is cheaper than Land Rover Defender by Rs. 47.50 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender?
The BMW X5 delivers better mileage 12 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender?
For the xDrive30d M Sport version, 2993 cc Diesel engine of X5 produces 281.68bhp@4000rpm of power and 650Nm@1500-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the 3.0 l Diesel 130 X version, 2997 cc Diesel engine of Defender produces 296bhp@4000rpm of power and 650Nm@1500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW X5 has better performance.

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