BMW 7-Series vs Land Rover Defender
7-Series vs Defender
Key Highlights | BMW 7-Series | Land Rover Defender |
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Price | Rs.1.81 Cr | Rs.1.04 Cr |
Engine Capacity | 2998 cc | 4997 cc |
Power | 282 bhp @ 4000 rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 12.61 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
7-Series specifications | Defender specifications | |
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On Road Price | 2.15 Cr Price Breakup | 1.23 Cr Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Boot Space (Litres) | - | 397 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 2998 cc | 4997 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 282 bhp @ 4000 rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
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Exterior
7-Series Exterior | Defender Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
7-Series Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Defender Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Air Suspension | Double Wishbones Coil Suspension |
Rear Suspension | Air Suspension | Multi-link |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Steel | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 255/45 R20 | 255/60 R20 |
Rear Tyre Size | 285/40 R20 | 255/60 R20 |
Turning Radius | - | 5.65 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 155/70R19 | 255/65 R19 |
Wheels Size | R20 | R20 |
Instrumentation
7-Series Instrumentation | Defender Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
7-Series Infotainment & Communication | Defender Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | 14.9 inches | 11.4 inches |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | - | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 44 | 6+ |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
7-Series Warranty | Defender Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years/40000 kms | 3 Years/100000 Kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 6 Years/120000 Kms | 10 Years/100000 kms |
Engine & Transmission
7-Series Engine & Transmission | Defender Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 2998 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Type | B58 Turbocharged I6 | 2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | No |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 8 |
Power | 282 bhp @ 4000 rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
Torque | 520Nm @ 1850-5000 rpm | 400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm |
Fast Charging | - | No |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 12.61 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | 191 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS6 2.0 | BS VI |
Comfort & Convenience
7-Series Comfort & Convenience | Defender Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
Ventilated Seats Type | Heated and cooled | Heated and cooled |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | Yes |
Drive Modes | 3 | - |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
7-Series Safety | Defender Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Global NCAP) | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 7 | 6 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | - | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | Yes | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
7-Series Dimensions & Capacity | Defender Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5391 mm | 5018 mm |
Width | 1950 mm | 2105 mm |
Height | 1544 mm | 1967 mm |
Wheelbase | - | 3022 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 218 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 6 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 4 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 Litres | 89 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 10.6 Litres | 7 Litres |
Boot Space | - | 397 Litres |
Kerb Weight | - | 2158 kg |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of BMW 7-Series and Land Rover Defender
Safety
7-Series comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Defender has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS.
Body
7-Series has doors and seats. It is an with boot space, 74 Litres fuel tank capacity. It is 1950 mm wide, 1544 mm high and 5391 mm long. It has kerb weight and wheel base. Alternativelly, Defender is an with doors and seats ,89 Litres fuel tank capacity, 397 Litres boot space, 218 mm ground clearance.It has 1967 mm height, 5018 mm length, 2105 mm width, and 2158 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
BMW 7-Series comes with RWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.