Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Land Rover Defender
Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mercedes-Benz E-Class or Land Rover Defender? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between E-Class and Defender. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Price starts at Rs.78.51 Lakh (ex-showroom) for E 200 and Land Rover Defender Price starts at Rs.98.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 110 X-Dynamic HSE 2.0L Petrol PHEV. Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 4 cylinder, 1999 cc Engine can generate 201 bhp @ 5800-4000 rpm power whereas Land Rover Defender is a 4 cylinder, 1997 cc Engine can generate 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, E-Class provides a mileage of 16.1 kmpl (base model), and Defender has a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model).
E-Class vs Defender
| Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Land Rover Defender |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.78.51 Lakh | Rs.98.00 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Power | 201 bhp @ 5800-4000 rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 16.1 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| E-Class specifications | Defender specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 90.77 Lakh Price Breakup | 1.13 Cr Price Breakup |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| User Rating | 4.8 | 4.2 |
| Boot Space (Litres) | 540 Litres | 397 Litres |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Engine Displacement | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 201 bhp @ 5800-4000 rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| E-Class Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Defender Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut | Double Wishbone with Coil Springs and Electronic Air Suspension |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link | Multi-link with Coil Springs and Electronic Air Suspension |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
Spare Wheel | No, With Puncture Kit | - |
Front Tyre Size | 225 / 55 R18 | 255/60 R20 |
Rear Tyre Size | 225 / 55 R18 | 255/60 R20 |
Turning Radius | - | 5.65 meters |
Wheels Size | 18-inch | R20 |
Wheels Type | Alloy Wheels | - |
Exterior
| E-Class Exterior | Defender Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | No | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Outside door handles | Body Coloured | - |
Bumpers | Body Coloured | - |
Antenna | Glass Antenna | - |
Rear Spoiler | No | - |
Roof Rails | No | - |
Bonnet | Manual Lift | - |
Outside Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable | - |
Tail Gate | Powered | - |
Outside Rear View Mirrors | Body Coloured With Indicators | - |
Instrumentation
| E-Class Instrumentation | Defender Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Low Fuel Level Warning | - | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | No | - |
Shift Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
| E-Class Infotainment & Communication | Defender Infotainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
Voice Command | - | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | 12.3 inch | 11.4 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | - |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | No | No |
Integrated Music System | Standard Company Fitted | Yes |
Speakers | 8 | 6+ |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes - Front | Yes |
Front tweeters | Yes | - |
Android Auto and Apple Carplay | Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay | - |
Warranty
| E-Class Warranty | Defender Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Years/Unlimited Kms | 3 Years/100000 Kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 6 Years | 10 Years/100000 kms |
Engine & Transmission
| E-Class Engine & Transmission | Defender Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Engine Capacity | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Type | M254 4-Cylinder Petrol | 2.0L Turbocharged I4 |
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 | 9 | 8 |
Power | 201 bhp @ 5800-4000 rpm | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
Torque | 320 Nm @ 1600 rpm | 400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm |
Fast Charging | - | No |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 16.1 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
Top Speed | 240 kmph | 191 kmph |
Acceleration | 7.5 secs (0-100 km/h) | - |
Comfort & Convenience
| E-Class Comfort & Convenience | Defender Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Ventilated Seats | No | Yes |
Ventilated Seats Type | No | 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 |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | Yes |
Drive Modes | 4 | - |
Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Yes |
Parking Assist | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| E-Class Safety | Defender Safety | |
|---|---|---|
Airbags | 8 | 6 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | - | 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 | 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 |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| E-Class Dimensions & Capacity | Defender Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 5092 mm | 5018 mm |
Width | 1860 mm | 2105 mm |
Height | 1493 mm | 1967 mm |
Wheelbase | 2961 mm | 3022 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 218 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 89 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6.5 Litres | 7 Litres |
Boot Space | 540 Litres | 397 Litres |
Kerb Weight | - | 2186 kg |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Land Rover Defender
Safety
E-Class 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, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Blind Spot Monitor, ADAS, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera. 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, Parking Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, ADAS.
Body
E-Class has doors and seats. It is an with 540 Litres boot space, 66 Litres fuel tank capacity. It is 1860 mm wide, 1493 mm high and 5092 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2961 mm 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 2186 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes with RWD and 9 Automatic transmission. And Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Land Rover Defender FAQs
What is the on-road price of Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
The on-road price of Mercedes-Benz E-Class is Rs. 90.77 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Land Rover Defender?
The on-road price of Land Rover Defender is Rs. 1.13 Cr in New Delhi.