Land Rover Defender vs. Jeep Wrangler
When comparing the Land Rover Defender to the Jeep Wrangler, the Land Rover Defender has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Jeep Wrangler has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Land Rover Defender versus the Jeep Wrangler, the Jeep Wrangler is a better car than the Land Rover Defender.
Land Rover Defender versus Jeep Wrangler Pricing
A used 2023 Land Rover Defender ranges from $76,957 to $149,935 while a used 2023 Jeep Wrangler is priced between $35,002 to $58,438. For a new model, the Land Rover Defender's price is between $65,630 and $120,771, with the Jeep Wrangler priced between $35,288 and $55,990.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Land Rover Defender’s base engine makes 296 horsepower, and the Jeep Wrangler base engine makes 285 horsepower. The Defender is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles. The Wrangler is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 438 miles. The Defender uses premium unleaded, and the Wrangler uses regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Land Rover Defender has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Jeep Wrangler has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$65,630 - $120,771
Used Asking Price:
$76,957 - $149,935
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$35,288 - $55,990
Used Asking Price:
$35,002 - $58,438
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
8.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
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Summary Review
The Jeep Wrangler is a compact SUV with off-road prowess few vehicles can match. The current Wrangler was redesigned for the 2018 model year, with new models costing an average of $41,959 and 3-year-old models averaging $34,489.
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Exceptional off-road capability
- Intuitive infotainment system
- Powerful engine options
- Pricing climbs quickly with higher trims and options
- Fuel economy isn’t great
- Lots of road and wind noise
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
110 30th Anniversary Edition, 110 75th Anniversary Edition, 110 Carpathian Edition, 110 S, 110 SE, 110 Standard, 110 V8, 110 X, 110 X-Dynamic SE, 130 First Edition, 130 S, 130 SE, 130 X, 130 X-Dynamic SE, 90 75th Anniversary Edition, 90 Carpathian Edition, 90 S, 90 SE, 90 V8, 90 X, 90 X-Dynamic SE
Trim Levels
Freedom, Rubicon, Sport, Sport S, Willys, Willys Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
296 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 20 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
405 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
298 / 438 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Cargo Space:
34 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
78.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
150.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4815 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
77.4 inches
Length:
197.6 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3948 lbs
Width:
73.9 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
166.8 inches
Wheelbase:
96.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R17
