Land Rover Defender vs Lexus NX
Defender vs NX
Key Highlights | Land Rover Defender | Lexus NX |
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Price | Rs.1.04 Cr | Rs.68.02 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 4997 cc | 2499 cc |
Power | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 153 bhp @ 5700 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 14 kmpl | 18.32 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Defender specifications | NX specifications | |
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On Road Price | 1.23 Cr Price Breakup | 78.64 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.3 | 3.8 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 397 Litres | 475 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 4997 cc | 2499 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 153 bhp @ 5700 rpm |
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Exterior
Defender Exterior | NX Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | - | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Defender Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | NX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double Wishbones Coil Suspension | Independent MacPherson struts with coil springs |
Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Independent double-wishbone type with coil springs |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 255/60 R20 | 225/60 R18 |
Rear Tyre Size | 255/60 R20 | 235 / 50 R20 |
Turning Radius | 5.65 meters | 5.7 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 255/65 R19 | 225/60 R18 |
Wheels Size | R20 | R20 |
Instrumentation
Defender Instrumentation | NX Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Shift Indicator | Yes | Dynamic |
Tachometer | Digital | Yes |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Infotainment & Communication
Defender Infotainment & Communication | NX 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 | 11.4 inches | 7 inch |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | - | Yes |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | No | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 6+ | 10 |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Defender Warranty | NX Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years/100000 Kms | 3 Years/100000 kms |
Extended Warranty | 10 Years/100000 kms | - |
Engine & Transmission
Defender Engine & Transmission | NX Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 4997 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Type | 2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine | 2.5L A25A-FXS I4 |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | No | DOHC |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 6 |
Power | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 153 bhp @ 5700 rpm |
Torque | 400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm | 210 Nm @ 4200-4400 rpm |
Battery Type | - | Nickel Metal Hydride |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 14 kmpl | 18 kmpl |
Top Speed | 191 kmph | 180 kmph |
Comfort & Convenience
Defender Comfort & Convenience | NX Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | - |
Ventilated Seats Type | 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 | - |
Drive Modes | - | 3 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
Defender Safety | NX Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 6 | 8 |
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 | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | No |
Lane Departure Warning | 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
Defender Dimensions & Capacity | NX Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5018 mm | 4640 mm |
Width | 2105 mm | 1845 mm |
Height | 1967 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase | 3022 mm | 2660 mm |
Ground Clearance | 218 mm | 185 mm |
No. of Seats | 6 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 Litres | 56 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 7 Litres | 4.5 Litres |
Boot Space | 397 Litres | 475 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2158 kg | 1785 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
Defender Pros & Cons | NX Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Land Rover Defender and Lexus NX
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. NX 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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.
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, NX is an with doors and seats ,56 Litres fuel tank capacity, 475 Litres boot space, 185 mm ground clearance.It has 1645 mm height, 4640 mm length, 1845 mm width, and 1785 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Land Rover Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And NX comes with AWD and 6 Automatic transmission.