BMW X7 vs Land Rover Defender

BMW X7 Price starts at Rs. 1.26 Crore which is Rs. 28.81 Lakh costlier than base model of Defender priced at Rs. 97.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW X7 (Diesel Model) is 14.31 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Defender (Diesel Model) is 11.5 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW X7 (Top Model) is powered by 2993 cc engine , while Defender (Top Model) is powered by 2997 cc engine.

X7 vs Defender

Key Highlights X7 xDrive40d M SportDefender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition One
Engine Type 3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8
Max Power 335.25bhp@4400rpm 626bhp@5855-7000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 14.31 Kmpl ...

X7 vs Defender Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW X7 xDrive40d M SportLand Rover Defender 4.4 l V8 Petrol 110 OCTA Edition OneLand Rover Range Rover 3.0 I Diesel LWB HSE
Rating
38 reviews
54 reviews
43 reviews
Brand Name BMW Land Rover Land Rover
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.32 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 2.62 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Crore Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2993 cc 4395 cc 2997 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 335.25bhp@4400rpm 626bhp@5855-7000rpm 346bhp@4000-4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 8 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed 8-Speed 8-Speed
Drive Type 4WD AWD AWD
Colors
BMW X7 Colors
Land Rover Defender Colors
Land Rover Range Rover Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 14.31 Kmpl ... ...
Tyre Size 285/45 R21 ... 285/45 R22
Boot Space ... ... 1050 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags 9 6 6
EMI
Rs. 2,54,767 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 5,06,633 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 4,46,858 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 5.37 Lakh X7 Insurance Rs. 10.39 Lakh Defender Insurance Rs. 9.20 Lakh Range Rover Insurance
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Displacement
2993 cc
4395 cc
2997 cc
Engine Type
3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel
Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8
D350 Ingenium Twin-turbocharged l6 MHEV
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
4395 cc
2997 cc
Max Power
335.25bhp@4400rpm
626bhp@5855-7000rpm
346bhp@4000-4000rpm
Max Torque
700Nm@1750-2250rpm
750Nm@1800-5855rpm
700Nm@1500-3000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
8
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed
8-Speed
8-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Fuel Supply System
...
...
CRDI
Turbo Charger
Drive Mode Types
ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT and ADAPTIVE
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
5.9 Sec
4 Sec
6.3 Sec
Fuel Capacity
80 Liters
...
90 Liters
Top Speed
245 Km/h
210 Km/h
234 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
14.31 Kmpl
...
...
Secondary Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
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Alloy Wheel Size Front
21
20
22
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
21
20
22
Suspension Front
3
3
Suspension Rear
6
4
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
285/45 R21
...
285/45 R22
Tyre Type
Radial & Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
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Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
"Door sill finishers with M designation,Individual Extended Leather Trim Merino,BMW Individual Headliner Alcantara Anthracite,Vehicle key with exclusive M lettering,BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Floor mats in Velour,Glass application CraftedClarity for interior elements,3rd Row seats fully foldable into floor of luggage compartment and dividable by 50:50,M Leather steering wheel including multifunction buttons, an M badge, steering wheel rim in leather ‘Walknappa’ Black with black stitching and contoured thumb rests,Power socket (12 V) 1x centre console front, centre console rear, luggage compartment on righ,Effective reduction of noise level in the interior,Less noise in the interior created by wind and engine,A comfortably peaceful ambience,Widescreen Curved Display,Fully Digital 12.3” Instrument Display,Navigation Function with 3D maps, Touch
...
...
Rear Reading Lamp
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Upholstery
...
Leather
Leather
Leather Seats
...
...
Rear Seat Headrest
...
4
4
Digital Cluster
...
...
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
...
Air Conditioner
...
Ambient Light Colour
...
64
...
Glove Box
...
Seating Capacity
6
5
5
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
...
...
1050 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and wheel arch trims in body color, M designation on the sides, M Sport brake with blue painted brake callipers with M designation, Specific design elements in Black Chrome and Dark Shadow metallic, Tailpipe trim strip in M Sport package specific geometry, Fully Adaptive LED Headlights, Aluminium Running Board, Two part tailgate, Panorama 3part glass roof, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, with a light graphic composed of over 15,000 lighting elements, BMW Individual roof rails High Gloss Shadow Line, Fine wood trim Fineline Black with metal effect High Gloss
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...
Rain Sensing Wiper
Wheel Covers
...
ORVM
...
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
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Boot Opening
...
Powered
Hands-Free
Automatic Driving Lights
...
Integrated Antenna
LED DRLs
LED Fog Lamps
LED Taillights
Puddle Lamps
...
...
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
...
Roof Rails
...
LED Headlamps
Length*Width*Height
5181*2000*1835 mm3
4813*2105*1995 mm3
5252*2209*1870 mm3
Wheelbase
3105 mm
3023 mm
3197 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
...
219 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5
5

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
...
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
...
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
...
Rear Curtain
Available
...
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
BMW Gesture Control, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, Drive Recorder, Anti-Theft Recorder, Surround view cameras with 360 degree view including top view, panorama view and 3D view
Meridian Surround Sound System
Meridian 3D Surround Sound System
Smart Entry
...
...
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
3 Zone
5 Zone
Massage Seats
...
...
Front
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Driver's Seat Only
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
All
Drive Modes
5
...
...
No of Speakers
16
14
18
Adjustable Steering
...
4
...
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth
USB Ports
Available
Available
Available
Additional Features
M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and wheel arch trims in body color, M designation on the sides, M Sport brake with blue painted brake callipers with M designation, Specific design elements in Black Chrome and Dark Shadow metallic, Tailpipe trim strip in M Sport package specific geometry, Fully Adaptive LED Headlights, Aluminium Running Board, Two part tailgate, Panorama 3part glass roof, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, with a light graphic composed of over 15,000 lighting elements, BMW Individual roof rails High Gloss Shadow Line, Fine wood trim Fineline Black with metal effect High Gloss
Meridian Surround Sound System
Meridian 3D Surround Sound System
No of Tweeter
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
Cupholders
Front Only
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Sunblind
...
...
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Integrated 2-Din Audio
...
...
AC
...
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt &Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Touchscreen Size
14.9
13.1 inch
13.1 inch
Lumbar Support
...
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
2
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
Touchscreen
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Touch Screen Size
...
...
11.4 inch
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
...
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Touchscreen
...
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
Front
Driver's Seat Only
...
Paddle Shifters
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Adjustable Headrest
Voice Commands
Powered Seats
Front
Front
Front
Cooled Glovebox
...
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
...
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
...
...
Speakers Rear
...
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic
Panoramic
Moon Roof
...
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
4
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
...
3
3
Blind Spot Monitor
...
...
Hill Descent Control
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
Curtain Airbag
...
Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Anti Theft Device
...
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
...
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Side Airbag Rear
Speed Alert
Airbags
9
6
6
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
9
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
"Cruise Control with braking function,Launch Control Function,Integrated Brake System,Fully Integrated High Beam Assistant,Rain sensor and automatic driving lights,Sun Protection Glazing,anti-dazzle function (drivers side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror,Brake Energy Regeneration,Active Park Distance Control,Head airbags for 1st and 2nd seat row,Automatic Differential Brake,Active Protection with Attentiveness Assistant,Cornering Brake Control (CBC) and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC,Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function,ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats 2nd seat row and 3rd seat row,Warning triangle with first-aid kit,M Sport Brake"
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...
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
...
5 Star
...
Lane Watch Camera
...
...
Driver Airbag
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
...
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Wash Wiper
Day Night IRVM
...
Keyless Entry
Passenger Airbag
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
...
3
3
Side Airbag

Automatic Emergency Braking
...
...
Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
...
...
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
...
...
Road Depature Mitigation System
...
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...

Inbuilt Apps
...
...
Pivi Pro
SOS Button
...
RSA
...
...
Live Location
...
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Live Weather
...
...
ECall And ICall
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Crash Notification
...
Tow Away Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
...
In Car Remote Control App
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...

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 X7 Better Than Land Rover Defender?

57% users have chosen BMW X7 over Land Rover Defender in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 140 users have also rated BMW X7 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 has out rated BMW X7 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 X7 Defender
Mileage 3.3 4.3
Performance 3.3 4.7
Comfort 3.3 4.8
Maintenance 3.3 4.1
Safety 3.8 4.8
Features 3.8 4.7
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Which car is best between BMW X7 vs Land Rover Defender?
Defender has out rated BMW X7 on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW X7 vs Land Rover Defender?
The BMW X7 is cheaper than Defender by ₹1.30 Crore.
Which car offers better performance BMW X7 vs Land Rover Defender?
For the xDrive40d M Sport version, 2993 cc Diesel engine of X7 produces 335.25bhp@4400rpm of power and 700Nm@1750-2250rpm 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 X7 has better performance.

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