BMW X7 vs Defender

Should you buy BMW X7 or Defender? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW X7 price starts at Rs 1.26 Cr ex-showroom for xDrive40i M Sport Signature (Petrol) and Defender price starts Rs 1.07 Cr ex-showroom for 2.0 l Petrol 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol). X7 has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Defender has 5000 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X7 has a mileage of 14.31 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Defender has a mileage of 11.5 kmpl (Diesel top model).

X7 Vs Defender

Key Highlights	BMW X7	Defender
On Road Price	Rs.1,61,18,763^*	Rs.1,83,36,796^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	2993	2997
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

BMW X7
xDrive40d M Sport
1.37 Cr^*
View July Offers
VS
Defender
3.0 l Diesel 130 X
1.56 Cr^*
View July Offers
Add Car

Hide Common FeaturesHighlight Differences

Add car
VS
Brand / Model
Variant
BMW X7
xDrive40d M Sport
Rs1.37 Cr^*
*Ex-showroom Price
View July Offers
VS
Add car
Brand / Model
Variant
Defender
3.0 l Diesel 130 X
Rs1.56 Cr^*
*Ex-showroom Price
View July Offers
Add car
Brand / Model
Variant

Basic Information
Variant	xDrive40d M Sport	3.0 l Diesel 130 X
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.1,61,18,763^*	Rs.1,83,36,796^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.3,07,978/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.3,65,715/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.5,57,913	Rs.6,30,796
User Rating	4.4 Based on 115 Reviews	4.5 Based on 346 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Variant

xDrive40d M Sport

3.0 l Diesel 130 X

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.1,61,18,763^*

Rs.1,83,36,796^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.3,07,978/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.3,65,715/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.5,57,913

Rs.6,30,796

User Rating

4.4

Based on 115 Reviews

4.5

Based on 346 Reviews

Brochure

Download Brochure

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel	3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV
Displacement (cc)	2993	2997
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	66 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	335.25bhp@4400rpm	345bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	700Nm@1750-2250rpm	700Nm@1500-3000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Yes	Twin
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	8-Speed
Drive Type	4WD	AWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

3.0 L 6-cylinder diesel

3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 MHEV

Displacement (cc)

2993

2997

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

335.25bhp@4400rpm

345bhp@4000rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

700Nm@1750-2250rpm

700Nm@1500-3000rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Twin

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

8-Speed

Drive Type

4WD

AWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	14.31	11.4
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	80	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	245	191

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	Air suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Air suspension
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt &Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	-	Rack & Pinion
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	245	191
0-100kmph (Seconds)	5.9	6.8 s
Tyre Size	285/45 R21	-
Tyre Type	Radial & Tubeless	Radial Tubeless

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	5181	5099
Width (mm)	2000	2008
Height (mm)	1835	1970
Wheel Base (mm)	3105	3022
Grossweight (kg)	-	3380
Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)	220	-
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	-	499
Seating Capacity	6	5

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	5 Zone	3 Zone
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	No
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	-
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	-
Memory Function Seats	Front	Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	All
Drive Modes	5	-
Drive Mode Types	ECO PRO, COMFORT, SPORT and ADAPTIVE	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	Front Only	Front & Rear
Heated Seats	Front Only	Front Only
Air Conditioner	-	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	-	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Leather Seats	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Glove Box	-	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light, Footwell Lamp
Additional Features	"Door sill finishers with M designation,Individual Extended Leather Trim Merino,BMW Individual Headliner Alcantara Anthracite,Vehicle key with exclusive M lettering,BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Floor mats in Velour,Glass application CraftedClarity for interior elements,3rd Row seats fully foldable into floor of luggage compartment and dividable by 50:50,M Leather steering wheel including multifunction buttons, an M badge, steering wheel rim in leather ‘Walknappa’ Black with black stitching and contoured thumb rests,Power socket (12 V) 1x centre console front, centre console rear, luggage compartment on righ,Effective reduction of noise level in the interior,Less noise in the interior created by wind and engine,A comfortably peaceful ambience,Widescreen Curved Display,Fully Digital 12.3” Instrument Display,Navigation Function with 3D maps, Touch Functionality,iDrive Controller,Augmented View in touch display, 15 pre-defined selectable light designs, X7 illuminated trim element on dashboard, customizable with ambient light setting, Welcome Light Carpet more	- more
Digital Cluster	-	Yes
Upholstery	-	Leather
Ambient Light Colour	-	64

Interior

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Wheel
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Mineral White MetallicTanzanite Blue MetallicMineral WhiteCarbon Black MetallicDravit Grey MetallicSparkling Copper Grey MetallicDravite Grey MetallicBlack Sapphire+3 MoreX7 Colours	Tasman Blue Matte White DTBorasco Grey Matte DTWoolstone Green Matte DTSantorini Black White DTFuji WhiteBorasco Grey Matte White DTGondwana Stone Matte White DTSargasso Blue DTCarpathian Grey Matte DTWoolstone Green+36 MoreDefender Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	-
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and wheel arch trims in body color, M designation on the sides, M Sport brake with blue painted brake callipers with M designation, Specific design elements in Black Chrome and Dark Shadow metallic, Tailpipe trim strip in M Sport package specific geometry, Fully Adaptive LED Headlights, Aluminium Running Board, Two part tailgate, Panorama 3part glass roof, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge, with a light graphic composed of over 15,000 lighting elements, BMW Individual roof rails High Gloss Shadow Line, Fine wood trim Fineline Black with metal effect High Gloss more	- more
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	-	Front & Rear
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	-	Powered
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	285/45 R21	-
Tyre Type	Radial & Tubeless	Radial Tubeless

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	9	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	All Windows
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Blind Spot Camera	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	-	5
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	-	5

Safety

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Departure Prevention Assist	-	Yes
Road Departure Mitigation System	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	-	Yes

ADAS

Advance Internet
Remote Vehicle Status Check	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	Yes
Live Weather	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	-	Yes
Crash Notification	-	Yes
SOS Button	-	Yes
RSA	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	-	Yes
Tow Away Alert	-	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	13.1
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	16	14
Additional Features	BMW Gesture Control, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, Drive Recorder, Anti-Theft Recorder, Surround view cameras with 360 degree view including top view, panorama view and 3D view more	Meridian Surround Sound System more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Subwoofer	-	1
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

BMW X7
- Strong road presence owing to its large size and sporty styling
- Generous cabin space makes it great for chauffeur-driven owners
- Rich interior quality and luxurious cabin design
- Punchy performance and sharp handling make it a joy to drive!
- Air suspension offers good ride comfort over different road conditions
- Loaded with features: Dual sunroofs, powered seats, 14.9-inch touchscreen with dial controller, 16-speaker Harman Kardon music system, heated and ventilated front seats
Defender
- Legendary road presence: Unmatchable look thanks to its rugged yet modern design
- Can go anywhere: Unmatched off-road capability, made easy with electronics
- More than just an off-roader: Comfortable, spacious, and practical for family use
- Packs a punch: Powerful petrol engine with highway composure

BMW X7
- Missing rear seat amenities: No rear entertainment screen, no tablet or remote controller for rear passengers, no massage seats
- Seats offer average underthigh support for tall passengers
- No adaptive cruise control
Defender
- High price: Feels expensive for what equipment and premiumness it offers
- Not so premium: Interior quality not as plush as price suggests
- Bumpy city drives: Suspension can feel firm on smaller bumps in the city
- Brakes could be sharper

Research more on X7 and Defender

Expert Reviews
Recent News

BMW X7: First Drive Review In India
The BMW X7 does almost everything right for a luxury 7-seater SUV and throws in a drive experience t...
By TdkMar 27, 2024

BMW And Mini Cars Updated Prices After GST Cut; BMW Cars Receive A Massive Price Cut Of Up To Rs 13.6 Lakh
Apart from price reduction, the BMW Group is also offering easy finance plans and assured buyback of...
By ShreyashSep 13, 2025
BMW X7 Signature Edition Launched In India, Priced At Rs 1.33 Crore
The limited edition of the BMW X7 gets a handful of cosmetic changes inside and out, and is availabl...
By RohitSep 19, 2024
15 Luxury SUVs Were Launched In India In 2023!
Out of the 15 luxury SUVs launched this year, 6 were electric models...
By AnshDec 22, 2023
Top 10 Automatic 7-seaters In The Market For Convenient Driving
From the most affordable MPV to a bonus car that is used mainly for off-roading, this list has every...
By CarDekhoNov 26, 2025
Land Rover SUVs New Prices After GST Rate Cut, Now Affordable By Up To Rs 30.40 Lakh
The flagship Range Rover gets the biggest price slash of over Rs 30 lakh, while the Defender gets a ...
By ShreyashSep 28, 2025
Land Rover Cars New Prices After GST Rate Cut: MASSIVE PRICE DROP Of Over Rs 30 Lakh On Range Rover SV; Defender And Discovery Models Price Reduce By Up To Rs 18.60 Lakh
Land Rover is not waiting for the September 22 GST rollout and has already made the revised prices e...
By DipanSep 14, 2025

Videos of BMW X7 and Defender

Full Videos
Shorts

6:27
The Defender Octa is everything you need. And MORE.
10 months ago35.1K Views
4:32
🚙 2020 Land Rover Defender Launched In India | The Real Deal! | ZigFF
5 years ago147.5K Views
8:53
Land Rover Defender Takes Us To The Skies | Giveaway Alert! | PowerDrift
5 years ago691.3K Views

BMW X7 Highlights and price
1 year ago

X7 comparison with similar cars

VS
BMWX7
Rs.1.26 - 1.37 Cr^*
Porsche Macan
Rs.89.65 Lakh^*
X7 vs Macan
VS
BMWX7
Rs.1.26 - 1.37 Cr^*
Mercedes-Benz GLS
Rs.1.32 - 1.43 Cr^*
X7 vs GLS
VS
BMWX7
Rs.1.26 - 1.37 Cr^*
Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Rs.1.43 - 2.35 Cr^*
X7 vs Range Rover Sport
VS
BMWX7
Rs.1.26 - 1.37 Cr^*
Volvo XC90
Rs.97.80 Lakh^*
X7 vs XC90
VS
BMWX7
Rs.1.26 - 1.37 Cr^*
Audi Q8
Rs.1.13 Cr^*
X7 vs Q8

Compare any two cars

Defender comparison with similar cars

VS
Land RoverDefender
Rs.1.07 - 2.62 Cr^*
Land Rover Range Rover
Rs.2.40 - 3.83 Cr^*
Defender vs Range Rover
VS
Land RoverDefender
Rs.1.07 - 2.62 Cr^*
Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Rs.1.43 - 2.35 Cr^*
Defender vs Range Rover Sport
VS
Land RoverDefender
Rs.1.07 - 2.62 Cr^*
Toyota Land Cruiser 300
Rs.2.18 - 2.25 Cr^*
Defender vs Land Cruiser 300
VS
Land RoverDefender
Rs.1.07 - 2.62 Cr^*
Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Rs.87.50 Lakh^*
Defender vs Range Rover Velar
VS
Land RoverDefender
Rs.1.07 - 2.62 Cr^*
Kia EV9
Rs.1.30 Cr^*
Defender vs EV9

Compare any two cars

Compare cars by SUV

Nissan Tekton
Rs10.49 - 18.59 Lakh^*
Compare with
Duster
Creta
Tata Sierra
Rs11.49 - 21.29 Lakh^*
Compare with
Seltos
Harrier
Maruti Suzuki Brezza
Rs8.26 - 13.01 Lakh^*
Compare with
FRONX
Grand Vitara
Tata Punch
Rs5.70 - 10.67 Lakh^*
Compare with
Tiago
Nexon
Mahindra Thar
Rs9.99 - 17.62 Lakh^*
Compare with
Thar ROXX
Jimny
View All Suv Cars

Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW X7 and Defender?

A ) The mileage of X7 is 14.31 kmpl & the mileage of Defender is 11.4 kmpl. BMW X7 gives better mileage than Defender.

FAQs

*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi

BMW X7 vs Defender

X7 Vs Defender