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Land Rover Defender vs BMW 3-Series

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Land Rover Defender or BMW 3-Series? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Defender and 3-Series. Land Rover Defender Price starts at Rs.1.04 Cr (ex-showroom) for 2.0L Petrol PHEV 110 X-Dynamic HSE and BMW 3-Series Price starts at Rs.75.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for M340i XDrive Petrol AT. Land Rover Defender is 4 cylinder, 4997 cc Engine can generate 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm power whereas BMW 3-Series is a 6 cylinder, 1998 cc Engine can generate 368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Defender provides a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model), and 3-Series has a mileage of 11.86 kmpl (base model).

Defender vs 3-Series

Key HighlightsLand Rover DefenderBMW 3-Series
PriceRs.1.04 CrRs.75.90 Lakh
Engine Capacity4997 cc1998 cc
Power296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm
Mileage/Range14 kmpl11.86 kmpl
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Land Rover Defender 2.0L Petrol PHEV 110 X-Dynamic HSE car
2.0L Petrol PHEV 110 X-Dynamic HSE
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M340i XDrive Petrol AT
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.23 Cr
Price Breakup
87.75 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.7
Boot Space (Litres)
397 Litres
480 Litres
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Engine Displacement
4997 cc
1998 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm
368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm
Colors
Images
Defender Images
Defender Images
Defender Images
3-Series Images
3-Series Images
3-Series Images
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Exterior

Sunroof Type
Panoramic
Electrically
Sunroof
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Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
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Rear Defogger
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Bootlid Opener
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Rain Sensing Wipers
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Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Double Wishbones Coil Suspension
Double Joint Spring Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Five-link axle
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Wheels
Alloy
Alloy
Spare Wheel
Alloy
Steel
Front Tyre Size
255/60 R20
225/40 R19
Rear Tyre Size
255/60 R20
255/35 R19
Turning Radius
5.65 meters
6 meters
Tyre Size Spare
255/65 R19
135/80 R16
Wheels Size
R20
R19

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
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Android Auto
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Voice Command
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Infotainment Screen
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Multifunction Display
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Touchscreen Size
11.4 inches
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Bluetooth Compatibility
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Gesture Control
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Integrated Music System
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Speakers
6+
16
AM/FM Radio
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USB Compatibility
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Wireless Charger
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 Kms
3 Years/40000 Kms
Extended Warranty
10 Years/100000 kms
Upto 6 Years/ 200000 kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
4997 cc
1998 cc
Engine Type
2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine
B58 Turbocharged I6
No. of Cylinders
4
6
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
Six Cylinder
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gears
8
8
Power
296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm
368 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm
Torque
400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm
500 Nm @1900 - 5000 rpm
Fast Charging
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Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
ARAI Certified Economy
14 kmpl
13.02 kmpl
Top Speed
191 kmph
250 kmph
Emission Norm
BS VI
BS6 Phase 2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
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Ventilated Seats Type
Heated and cooled
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AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
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Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
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Start / Stop Button
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Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
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Drive Modes
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4
Keyless Entry
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Safety

NCAP Rating
5 Star (Euro NCAP)
5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
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EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
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EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
5018 mm
4713 mm
Width
2105 mm
1827 mm
Height
1967 mm
1440 mm
Wheelbase
3022 mm
2515 mm
Ground Clearance
218 mm
130 mm
No. of Seats
6
5
No. of Doors
4
4
Fuel Tank Capacity
89 Litres
15.39 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
7 Litres
6.1 Litres
Boot Space
397 Litres
480 Litres
Kerb Weight
2158 kg
1670 kg
Body Type
SUV
Sedan

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Comes with a Powerful Engine
  • Rugged Nature
  • Well-sorted Ride and Handling Dynamics
  • Base Engine Delivers Ample Performance
  • Heated front and rear seats
  • Turbocharged six-cylinder engine
Cons
  • Expensive to Buy
  • Not A True Blue Off Roader Anymore
  • Quirky Looks are not to everyone's tastes
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Detailed Comparison of Land Rover Defender and BMW 3-Series

Safety

Defender comes loaded with 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. 3-Series has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), 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, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

Defender has doors and seats. It is an with 397 Litres boot space, 89 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 218 mm. It is 2105 mm wide, 1967 mm high and 5018 mm long. It has 2158 kg kerb weight and 3022 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, 3-Series is an with doors and seats ,15.39 Litres fuel tank capacity, 480 Litres boot space, 130 mm ground clearance.It has 1440 mm height, 4713 mm length, 1827 mm width, and 1670 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Land Rover Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And 3-Series comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.

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Land Rover Defender and BMW 3-Series Owner Reviews

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      S pranith
      23 Aug 2025
      5.0
      For my family, comfort, and social status, I prefer to buy a Land Rover Defender. I would like to know the price and other details, so please provide them.
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      Garry
      1 Year ago
      5.0
      I used to own this car. It was incredibly comfortable with a generous amount of rear space, making it ideal for long journeys. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would certainly recommend it
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      N vasudevareddy
      2 Year ago
      4.4
      It is equipped with advanced safety features such as automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a robust body structure designed to provide protection in the event of a collision. Additionally, it offers excellent off-road capabilities, contributing to overall safety in various driving conditions.
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      Ashik
      2 Year ago
      4.4
      It is considered to offer good value for money due to its rugged build, off-road capabilities, and versatile design. It provides a blend of luxury and functionality, making it a worthwhile investment for those seeking a capable and reliable vehicle.
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      Anonymous
      2 Year ago
      5.0
      Very good experience to defender car amazing features
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