Toyota Land Cruiser vs Land Rover Defender

CarWale brings you comparison of Toyota Land Cruiser and Land Rover Defender. The Toyota Land Cruiser price is Rs. 2.10 Crore and Land Rover Defender price is Rs. 1.04 Crore. The Toyota Land Cruiser is available in 3346 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and Land Rover Defender is available in 1997 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol).

Land Cruiser vs Defender Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Land Cruiser	Defender
Price	Rs. 2.10 Crore	Rs. 1.04 Crore
Engine Capacity	3346 cc	1997 cc
Power	304 bhp	296 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol

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Toyota Land Cruiser

ZX Diesel

Rs. 2.10 Crore

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Land Rover Defender

110 X-Dynamic HSE 2.0 Petrol

Rs. 1.04 Crore

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Toyota Land Cruiser

ZX Diesel

Land Rover Defender

110 X-Dynamic HSE 2.0 Petrol

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)		191
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)		7.4
Engine	3346 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	V6 3.3L Turbo	2.0L Turbocharged I4
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	304 bhp @ 4000 rpm	296 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	700 Nm @ 1600 rpm	400 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Drivetrain	AWD	4WD / AWD
Transmission	Automatic - 10 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS 6	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others		Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Double Wishbone Independent;	Double Wishbone with Coil Springs and Electronic Air Suspension
Rear Suspension	4-Link Rigid	Multi-link with Coil Springs and Electronic Air Suspension
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		6.42
Steering Type	Power assisted (Hydraulic)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Alloy	Alloy
Front Tyres	265 / 55 R20	255 / 60 R20
Rear Tyres	265 / 55 R20	255 / 60 R20

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Full-time	Full-time
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Hill Descent Control
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
Differential Lock		Electronic

Safety

Overspeed Warning		1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating		5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	10 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Passenger Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Four Zone)	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Two Zones, Vents on Roof , Common Fan Speed Control	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Third Row AC Zone	Vents on Roof
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera with Guidance	360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Electric Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	1

Lighting

Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED on front, Halogen on rear	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates		Illuminated
Soft-close Door
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote	Electric Tailgate Release

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	12.3	11.4
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	14	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger		Optional
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive
DVD Playback

Mobile App Features
Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, backrest bolsters in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, backrest bolsters in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment		2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Bench
Ventilated Seats	All	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Single Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours		Ebony
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Multi-Function Display	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator		Dynamic
Heads Up Display (HUD)		Optional
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Attitude Black	Pangea Green Metallic
	Dark Blue Mica	Santorini Black Metallic
	Dark Red Mica Metallic	Tasman Blue Metallic
	Precious White Pearl	Gondwana Stone Metallic
	Super White	Eiger Grey Metallic
	Super White	Fuji White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

86 Ratings

5.0/5

3 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.9Exterior	5.0Exterior
	4.9Comfort	5.0Comfort
	4.9Performance	5.0Performance
	4.3Fuel Economy	5.0Fuel Economy
	4.6Value for Money	5.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Land cruiser has been a childhood automotive crush of mine, packed with performance, and luxury, and also catches a lot of attention on the road.

Mileage is fantastic and horsepower is awesome

Good very good I bought it 9 years ago and it is working now just like a pro it didn't disappoint me Mileage is fantastic and horsepower is awesome East and West Defender is the best But 1 problem is that is expensive but according to its price it is just fantastic No words for it The waiting period is very much but when you get it you will forget all the other cars and you will again and again just wow! Thank you Have a nice day

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Land Cruiser vs Defender Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Toyota Land Cruiser and Land Rover Defender?

Toyota Land Cruiser price is Rs. 2.10 Crore and Land Rover Defender price is Rs. 1.04 Crore. Hence Land Rover Defender is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of Land Cruiser compared to Defender?

For the ZX Diesel variant, 3346 cc Diesel engine of Land Cruiser produces 304 bhp @ 4000 rpm of power and 700 Nm @ 1600 rpm of torque. For the 110 X-Dynamic HSE 2.0 Petrol variant, 1997 cc Petrol engine of Defender produces 296 bhp @ 5500 rpm of power and 400 Nm @ 1500 rpm of torque.

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Toyota Land Cruiser vs Land Rover Defender

Length (mm)	4985	5018
Width (mm)	1980	2105
Height (mm)	1945	1967
Wheelbase (mm)	2850	3022
Ground Clearance (mm)		218
Kerb Weight (kg)		2186

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	110	90

Sunroof / Moonroof	Electrically Adjustable	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit		Cladding - Black/Grey

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Check Vehicle Status via App
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder
Third Row Cup Holders

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000	100000