Land Rover Defender vs Rivian R1S
Overview | |
Years produced1983-2008 | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$63,500 | MSRP$76,990 |
Listings380 | Listings142 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryAs the rest of the lineup has trended toward luxury, the Land Rover Defender has stayed true to the brand’s roots of tough off-roaders ideal for the military and farmers alike. That’s mainly because Land Rover put off updates for decades, but a redesigned Defender that’s more passenger car than farm implement arrived for 2020, bringing the nameplate back to the U.S. Changes for 2026 include subtle styling changes, a larger touchscreen, and new color and accessory options. Verdict: The Defender offers an unmatched combination of off-road capability and everyday civility. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 296 hp I4 | Engine533 hp Electric |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity92.5 kWh |
MPG City18 | MPG City85 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway72 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)9.5 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 296 hp I4 | Engine Name533 hp Electric |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)9.5 hours |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity92.5 kWh |
MPG City18 | MPG City85 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway72 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.0 cu ft | Cargo Space17.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4830 lbs | Curb Weight6515 lbs |
Height77.4 in | Height76.8 in |
Length197.5 in | Length200.8 in |
Width82.9 in | Width88.4 in |
Wheelbase119.0 in | Wheelbase121.1 in |
Maximum Payload2015 lbs | Maximum Payload2017 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7715 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1983-2008 | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $63,500 | $76,990 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | As the rest of the lineup has trended toward luxury, the Land Rover Defender has stayed true to the brand’s roots of tough off-roaders ideal for the military and farmers alike. That’s mainly because Land Rover put off updates for decades, but a redesigned Defender that’s more passenger car than farm implement arrived for 2020, bringing the nameplate back to the U.S. Changes for 2026 include subtle styling changes, a larger touchscreen, and new color and accessory options. Verdict: The Defender offers an unmatched combination of off-road capability and everyday civility. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 296 hp I4 | 533 hp Electric |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 92.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 18 | 85 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 72 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 9.5 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 296 hp I4 | 533 hp Electric |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 9.5 hours | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 92.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 18 | 85 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 72 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.0 cu ft | 17.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4830 lbs | 6515 lbs |
Height | 77.4 in | 76.8 in |
Length | 197.5 in | 200.8 in |
Width | 82.9 in | 88.4 in |
Wheelbase | 119.0 in | 121.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 2015 lbs | 2017 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7715 lbs | 7700 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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