2025 Land Rover Defender vs. 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Review

Picture of the 2025 Land Rover Defender

2025 Land Rover
Defender

MSRP*: $56,900 to $167,800
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Picture of the 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

2024 Land Rover
Range Rover Velar

MSRP*: $61,500 to $78,400
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 44.6 - 76.1 ft3 70.1 ft3
Engine
  • 296-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 296-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 395-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 493-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 518-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 626-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 394-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 296 - 626 hp 247 - 394 hp
Towing Capacity 7,716 - 8,201 lbs 5,291 - 5,511 lbs
Exterior Length 180.5 - 211.7 in 188.9 in
Exterior Width 79.1 in 80.3 in
Leg Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 37.2 in
Head Room Front 40.6 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.0 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Land Rover Defender than in the Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The Land Rover Defender offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, 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). The Land Rover Defender will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Land Rover Defender is a little narrower than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Land Rover Defender, which is slightly longer than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

Handling
The Land Rover Defender has a larger turning radius than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Land Rover Defender is clearly the choice over the Land Rover Range Rover Velar for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Land Rover Defender greatly out-muscles the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Land Rover Defender does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Land Rover Defender and the Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The Land Rover Defender has less cargo space than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.