Land Rover Defender vs Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
Defender vs AMG C43
Key Highlights | Land Rover Defender | Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 |
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Price | Rs.1.04 Cr | Rs.99.40 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 4997 cc | 1991 cc |
Power | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 402 bhp |
Mileage/Range | 14 kmpl | 14.5 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Defender specifications | AMG C43 specifications | |
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On Road Price | 1.23 Cr Price Breakup | 1.15 Cr Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 397 Litres | 455 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 4997 cc | 1991 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 402 bhp |
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Exterior
Defender Exterior | AMG C43 Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Electrically Adjustable |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | - | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Additional Exterior Features | - | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Defender Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | AMG C43 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double Wishbones Coil Suspension | McPherson Struts with Adaptive Damping |
Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Four-Link Axle with Adaptive Damping |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | - |
Front Tyre Size | 255/60 R20 | 245/35 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 255/60 R20 | 245/35 R19 |
Turning Radius | 5.65 meters | 5.9 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 255/65 R19 | 245/35 R19 |
Wheels Size | R20 | R19 |
Instrumentation
Defender Instrumentation | AMG C43 Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | 50 |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Shift Indicator | Yes | No |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Avg fuel economy display | - | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
Defender Infotainment & Communication | AMG C43 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 | 10.25 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | - | No |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | No | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 6+ | 6+ |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Defender Warranty | AMG C43 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years/100000 Kms | 3 Years/ Unlimted Kms |
Extended Warranty | 10 Years/100000 kms | - |
Engine & Transmission
Defender Engine & Transmission | AMG C43 Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 4997 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Type | 2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine | DOHC |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | No | - |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 9 |
Power | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm | 402 bhp |
Torque | 400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm | 500 Nm @ 5000 rpm |
Fast Charging | No | - |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 14 kmpl | 14.5 kmpl |
Top Speed | 191 kmph | 250 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS VI | BS6 Phase 2 |
Comfort & Convenience
Defender Comfort & Convenience | AMG C43 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | No |
Ventilated Seats Type | Heated and cooled | - |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | 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 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Electronic Parking Brake | Yes | Yes |
Safety
Defender Safety | AMG C43 Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | 5 star (Euro Ncap) |
Airbags | 6 | 7 |
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 | Yes |
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 | AMG C43 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5018 mm | 4791 mm |
Width | 2105 mm | 2033 mm |
Height | 1967 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase | 3022 mm | 2875 mm |
Ground Clearance | 218 mm | - |
No. of Seats | 6 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 Litres | - |
Engine Oil Capacity | 7 Litres | 6.5 Litres |
Boot Space | 397 Litres | 455 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2158 kg | 1840 kg |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Land Rover Defender and Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
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. AMG C43 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, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Additional Safety Features, 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, AMG C43 is an with doors and seats 455 Litres boot space, It has 1450 mm height, 4791 mm length, 2033 mm width, and 1840 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Land Rover Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And AMG C43 comes with AWD and 9 Automatic transmission.