BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender

Defender Price starts at Rs. 1.00 Crore which is Rs. 6.30 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW X5 priced at Rs. 93.70 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW X5 (Diesel Model) is 12 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Defender (Diesel Model) is 11.5 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW X5 (Top Model) is powered by 2993 cc engine , while Defender (Top Model) is powered by 2997 cc engine.

X5 vs Defender

Key Highlights X5 xDrive30d M SportDefender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One
Engine Type TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder engine Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8
Max Power 281.68bhp@4000rpm 626bhp@5855-7000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 12 Kmpl ...

X5 vs Defender Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW X5 xDrive30d M SportLand Rover Defender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition OneLand Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0 l Diesel Dynamic HSE
Rating
28 reviews
54 reviews
36 reviews
Brand Name BMW Land Rover Land Rover
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.05 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 2.62 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 1.38 Crore Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2993 cc 4395 cc 2998 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 281.68bhp@4000rpm 626bhp@5855-7000rpm 345.98bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 8 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 8-Speed 8-Speed
Drive Type 4WD AWD AWD
Colors
BMW X5 Colors
Land Rover Defender Colors
Land Rover Range Rover Sport Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 12 Kmpl ... ...
Tyre Size 21 ... ...
Boot Space 645 Liters ... 530 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags 6 6 6
EMI
Rs. 2,03,117 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 5,06,633 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 2,66,297 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 4.34 Lakh X5 Insurance Rs. 10.39 Lakh Defender Insurance Rs. 5.60 Lakh Range Rover Sport Insurance
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Displacement
2993 cc
4395 cc
2998 cc
Engine Type
TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder engine
Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8
3.0L AJD Turbocharged V6
Motor Power
12bhp
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Engine Displacement
2993 cc
4395 cc
2998 cc
Motor Type
48V Electric Motor
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Max Power
281.68bhp@4000rpm
626bhp@5855-7000rpm
345.98bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque
650Nm@1500-2500rpm
750Nm@1800-5855rpm
700Nm@1500-3000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI
No Of Cylinders
6
8
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
8-Speed
8-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
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Kerb Weight
2170 Kg
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2360 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
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Super Charge
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Mild Hybrid
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
6.1 Sec
4 Sec
5.9 Sec
Fuel Capacity
80 Liters
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86 Liters
Top Speed
243 Km/h
210 Km/h
234 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
12 Kmpl
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Alloy Wheel Size Front
21
20
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Alloy Wheel Size Rear
21
20
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Suspension Front
3
3
electronic air suspensio
Suspension Rear
4
4
electronic air suspensio
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
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Brakes Rear
Disc
Ventilated Disc
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Steering Type
Electric
Electric
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Minimum Turning Radius
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12.53m
Tyre Size
21
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Tyre Type
Tubeless, Runflat
Radial Tubeless
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Dual Tone Dashboard
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Ventilated Seats
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Additional Interior Features
Black, Sensatec Black
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Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
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Digital Cluster Size
12.3
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Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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Rear Reading Lamp
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Upholstery
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Leather
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Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps,LED Fog Lights
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,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Interior Lighting
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Ambient light, Footwell Lamp
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Fabric Upholstery
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Leather Seats
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Rear Seat Headrest
4
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Digital Cluster
Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 Instrument Display
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Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
6
64
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Digital Odometer
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Glove Box
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Cargo Volume
645
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Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
5
5
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Boot Space
645 Liters
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530 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Smart
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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
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...
Rain Sensing Wiper
Wheel Covers
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ORVM
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Powered & Folding
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Boot Opening
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Powered
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Automatic Driving Lights
Chrome Garnish
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Cornering Headlamps
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Cornering Foglamps
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Integrated Antenna
LED DRLs
LED Fog Lamps
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LED Taillights
Halogen Headlamps
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Sun Roof
Panoramic
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
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Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
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Tinted Glass
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Side Stepper
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Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
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Turn Indicator in ORVM
Xenon Headlights
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Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
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Antenna
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Roof Rails
LED Headlamps
Length*Width*Height
4922*2004*1745 mm3
4813*2105*1995 mm3
4946*2209*1820 mm3
Wheelbase
2975 mm
3023 mm
3095 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5
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Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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Addtional Comfort Features
Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3 Instrument Display
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...
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
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Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Gear Shift Indicator
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Luggage Hook and Net
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Lane Change Indicator
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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
Meridian Surround Sound System
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Smart Entry
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Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
3 Zone
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Driver's Seat Only
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
All
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
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Drive Modes
4
...
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Internal Storage
...
...
No of Speakers
16
14
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Rear Entertainment System
...
...
Adjustable Steering
4
...
Android Auto
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Apple CarPlay
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Bluetooth
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Cassette Player
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Power Boot
...
...
USB Ports
Available
Available
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Additional 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
Meridian Surround Sound System
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No of Tweeter
Power Windows
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Front & Rear
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Power Windows Front
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Power Windows Rear
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Rear Window Washer
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Cupholders
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Front & Rear
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Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
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Audio System Remote Control
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CD Changer
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CD Player
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Cupholders Rear
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Driving Experience Control Eco
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Integrated 2-Din Audio
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Remote Trunk Opener
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AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
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Tilt & Telescopic
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Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Adjustable Driver Seat
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Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Touchscreen Size
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13.1 inch
inch
Lumbar Support
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Wireless Phone Charging
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Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Touchscreen
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
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Dual Trip Meter
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Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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Memory Function Seats
Front
Driver's Seat Only
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
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Paddle Shifters
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Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
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Low Fuel Warning Lamp
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Adjustable Headrest
Voice Commands
Clock
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Powered Seats
Front
Front
Front & Rear
Cooled Glovebox
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Seat Belt Warning
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Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
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USB Auxiliary Input
...
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DVD Playback
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Touch-screen Display
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GPS Navigation System
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Speakers Front
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Speakers Rear
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Automatic Headlamps
...
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Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
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Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
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Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Moon Roof
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...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
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4
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Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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Knee Airbags
...
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ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
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Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror
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Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
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3
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Blind Spot Monitor
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Hill Descent Control
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Hill Assist
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Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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360 View Camera
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Curtain Airbag
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Available
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Anti Theft Alarm
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Anti Theft Device
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Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
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Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Side Airbag Rear
Speed Alert
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Fog Lights Front
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Airbags
6
6
6
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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No of Airbags
6
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
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Traction Control System (TCS)
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Engine Immobilizer
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Central Locking
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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
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Global NCAP Safety Rating
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5 Star
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Child Safety Lock
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Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
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5 Star
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Driver Airbag
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
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Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
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Front & Rear
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Rear Wash Wiper
Day Night IRVM
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Keyless Entry
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Passenger Airbag
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3
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Side Airbag

Forward Collision Warning
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Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
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Lane Departure Warning
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Driver Attention Warning
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Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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Adaptive High Beam Assist
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
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Lane Departure Prevention Assist
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Road Depature Mitigation System
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
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Real Time Vehicle Tracking
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SOS Button
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RSA
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Remote Vehicle Status Check
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Navigation With Live Traffic
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Live Weather
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ECall And ICall
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Over Speeding Alert
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Crash Notification
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Tow Away Alert
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Valet Mode
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In Car Remote Control App
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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
Defender
  • It's bigger, better and easier to live with
  • Up to date tech
  • Comfier, upmarket interiors
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?

52% users have chosen BMW X5 over Land Rover Defender in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 127 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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Which car is best between BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender?
BMW X5 has out rated Defender on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW X5 vs Land Rover Defender?
The BMW X5 is cheaper than Defender by ₹1.57 Crore.
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 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One version, 4395 cc Petrol engine of Defender produces 626bhp@5855-7000rpm of power and 750Nm@1800-5855rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW X5 has better performance.

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