2025 Land Rover
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2024 Toyota
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| MPG - City | Info not available | 25 - 27 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | Info not available | 32 - 35 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 44.6 - 76.1 ft3 | 69.7 - 69.8 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 296 - 518 hp | 203 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 7,716 - 8,201 lbs | 1,500 - 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 180.5 - 211.7 in | 180.9 - 181.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 79.1 in | 73.0 - 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 39.1 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.6 in
Rear 40.4 in |
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Land Rover Defender offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota RAV4.
The Land Rover Defender offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Land Rover Defender will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota RAV4, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Land Rover Defender is much wider than the Toyota RAV4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Land Rover Defender, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota RAV4.
Handling
The Land Rover Defender has a significantly larger turning radius than the Toyota RAV4, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Land Rover Defender is clearly the choice over the Toyota RAV4 for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Land Rover Defender greatly out-muscles the Toyota RAV4.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Land Rover Defender does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota RAV4.
Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Land Rover Defender more than the Toyota RAV4, due to its significantly greater seating capacity.
The Land Rover Defender has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota RAV4.