2025 BMW
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2025 Land Rover
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| MPG - City | 17 - 23 MPG | Info not available |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 27 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.3 ft3 | 44.6 - 76.1 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 375 - 523 hp | 296 - 626 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 6,603 lbs | 7,716 - 8,201 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 194.3 in | 180.5 - 211.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 79.1 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in |
Front 39.1 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in |
Front 40.6 in
Rear 40.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Land Rover Defender than in the BMW X5, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The BMW X5 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Defender, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the BMW X5 is a better financial choice over the Land Rover Defender, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
The BMW X5 is about the same width as the Land Rover Defender.
When looking at overall length, the BMW X5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Land Rover Defender.
Handling
The BMW X5 has the same turning radius as the Land Rover Defender, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Land Rover Defender is clearly the choice over the BMW X5 for pulling heavy loads.
The BMW X5 has a little less horsepower than the Land Rover Defender.
Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Land Rover Defender, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X5 and the Land Rover Defender.
The BMW X5 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Land Rover Defender.