Land Rover Defender vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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Land Rover Defender

Land Rover Defender

110 OCTA Black P635 4.4 Petrol

2.62 crore

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

SV Carbon P635 4.4 Petrol

2.35 crore

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Mild Hybrid
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

4395 cc
4395 cc

Number of Cylinders

8
8

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol-Mild Hybrid

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

8
8

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive

Max Engine Power

635 hp at 5855 - 7000 rpm
635 hp at 6000 - 7000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

750 Nm at 1800 - 5855 rpm
750 Nm at 1800 - 5855 rpm

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

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Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

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Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

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Lockable Differential/s

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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
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Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
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Official Fuel Economy

7.3 kmpl
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Drive Mode Types

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Multiple

Terrain Modes

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Auto Start/Stop

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Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, Double Wishbone
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Front Springs

Air Springs
Air Suspension

Rear Suspension Type

Independent, Multi-link
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Rear Springs

Air Springs
Air Suspension

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

20 inches
23 inches

Front Tyre Size

275/60 R20
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Rear Tyre Size

275/60 R20
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Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

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Steering Adjust type

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Electric

Steering Adjust

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Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

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Spare Wheel

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Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

5003 mm
4970 mm

Width

2064 mm
2209 mm

Height

1995 mm
1810 mm

Wheelbase

3023 mm
2998 mm

Ground Clearance

323 mm
208-255 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

786 - 1875 litres
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Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

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2485 kg

Comfort

12 Volt Port

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bottle Holder in Doors

Door Pockets

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Interior Lamps

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Hands-free Boot Opening

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Power Windows

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Front and Rear

Cabin Boot Access

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Launch Control

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Keyless Entry

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Climate Control

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2-zone

Cooled Cup Holders

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Cooled Storage

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Cruise Control

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Yes (Adaptive)

Cup Holders

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Heated ORVM

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Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

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12 Volt Port Boot

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Dead Pedal

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Digital Instrument Cluster

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Fully Digital

Glove Box

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Front Seatback Pockets

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Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

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Foldable Seatback Table

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Driver Armrest Storage

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Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

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Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

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Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

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Driving Modes

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Electric Tailgate Release

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Power Windows with One Touch-Up

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All

Accessory Power Outlet

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Vanity Mirror

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Yes with Light

UV Cut Glass

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Adjustable Underthigh Support

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Front Only

Utility Recess On Dashboard

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Ambient Lighting

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Trunk Light

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Sunroof

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Panoramic

Roof Grab Handles

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Remote Locking

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Auto Parking

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Rear Reading Lamp

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Power Windows with One Touch-Down

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All

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

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Powered Tailgate

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Push Button Start

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Rear Window Sun Shades

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Rear AC Vents

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Rear Power Outlet

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Safety

Overspeed Warning

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Adaptive Cruise Control

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Blind Spot Monitor

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Auto emergency braking (AEB)

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Automatic Headlamps

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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

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With Display

Seat Belt Warning

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Traffic Sign Recognition

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Side Airbag

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Anti Theft Alarm

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Traction Control

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Speed Assist System

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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

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Anti-Pinch Power Windows

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All

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

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Heads Up Display

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Central Locking

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Lane Keep Assist

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ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

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Child Safety Lock

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Hill Start Assist

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Height Adjustable Seat Belt

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Dashcam

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Rear Seatbelt Reminder

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With Load Sensor

Day Night Interior Mirror

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Automatic

Door Ajar Warning

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Driver Airbag

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Driver Attention Warning

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Electronic Stability Control

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Electronic Parking Brake

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Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

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Dual Tone Horn

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Parking Camera

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360 degree

Rear Washer/Wiper

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Automatic Wipers

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Rear Defogger

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Parking Sensors

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Front, Side and Rear

Passenger Airbag

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Brake Assist (BA)

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Boot Open Warning

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Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

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Exterior

ORVM turn indicators

LED taillights

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LED headlamps

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Illuminated Logo

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LED DRLs

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Connected LED

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Stop Lamp

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Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

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Antenna

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Shark Fin

Headlight Type

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LED

Headlight Height Adjuster

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Daytime Running Lights

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LED

Spoiler

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Sequential Turn Indicators

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Body Coloured Bumpers

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Pop-Out Door Handle

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Auto

Wheel Arch Cladding

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Welcome and Goodbye Animation

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Projector Headlamps

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Door Handle Finish

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Body Coloured

Front Fog Lamps

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Rub Strips

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Interior

Average Speed

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Gear Indicator

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Trip Meter

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Distance to Empty

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Average Fuel Consumption

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Shift Indicator

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Head-up Display

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Tachometer

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Digital

Low Fuel Level Warning

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Instantaneous Consumption

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Speedometer

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Digital

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

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Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

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Rear Seat Armrest

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Adjustable Rear Headrests

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Adjustable Front Headrests

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Driver's Seat Height Adjust

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Ventilated Seats

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Front & Rear

Driver's Seat Memory

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Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

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Rear Seat Backrest Recline

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Rear Seat Backrest Split

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60:40

Soft Touch Dashboard

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Front Passenger Seat Memory

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Front Seat Armrest

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Yes with Storage

Seat Count

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5

Seat Material

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Leather

Third Row Seats

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Heated Seats

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Front Only

Second Row Seat Adjustment

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Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

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Individual Chairs at Rear

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Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

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Ottoman Seats

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Soft Touch Door Trim

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Entertainment

Wireless Phone Charging

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Audio System

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Apple CarPlay

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Wireless

CD Player

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AUX Input

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Rear Entertainment Screens

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MirrorLink

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Branded Music System

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Meridian

Satellite Navigation

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On-board

Second Row USB port

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2 Type C

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

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Bluetooth Telephone Function

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Front USB port

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Type A and Type C

USB Input

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Display

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13.1-inch Touchscreen

Video Player

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Touchpad

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Voice Commands

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Web Browser

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Inbuilt Music App

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Steering Phone Controls

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Front Passenger Screen

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Steering Audio Controls

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Android Auto

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Wireless

Connected Car Features

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

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Home to Car Connectivity

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Vehicle Tracking Via App

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Remote AC On / Off via App

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Find My Car

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Phone App

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Navigation On Instrument Cluster

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Low Battery Warning

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Service Reminder Via App

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Location Based Services

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Tow Away Alert

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Geo Fence

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SOS Button

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Smart Drive Information

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Auto Crash Alert

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App Details

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Anti Theft Immobilisation

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Alexa Compatibility

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Breakdown Assistance Call Button

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Driving Analytics

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Check Vehicle Status via App

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Questions you may find useful

•12w

Hello, I am planning to buy an SUV for around Rs 1.5 crore. My options are the Mercedes-Benz GLS, Land Rover Defender, Range Rover Sport, and Porsche Cayenne. Which one should I go for?

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•12w

At this budget and with these options, there are many directions you could go, all of which have some distinct advantage. The easiest one is the Mercedes-Benz GLS, which offers maximum space for your money, including a third row of seats. It offers the choice of smooth six-cylinder petrol and diesel engines, and Mercedes has the widest sales and service network of all these brands, so you're in good hands. Do note that, of these SUVs, this is the most common, and its large size can make it cumbersome to drive around town.The Land Rover Defender could be seen as the best value for money, and the one that offers the most variety, including four- and six- cylinder engines, and various body styles and seating configurations. With a slight stretch in budget, you can even get a supercharged V8 engine, which is incredibly characterful. However, quality in this Land Rover car isn't quite as good as the rest, including its own sibling, the Range Rover Sport.The Sport will push your budget, and even then, it offers a 6-cylinder petrol or diesel in a single HSE trim. However, it is the most rounded offering, mixing sumptuous luxury with good dynamics and characterful engines, not to mention excellent badge value. If you can stretch your budget slightly, this is the one to get.The Porsche Cayenne is the one to choose only if you put driving above all else on your priority list. It is exciting from behind the wheel and is a high-quality, solidly engineered product that also has great badge value. However, its performance focus means it's not as comfortable or easy to drive at low speeds, and many seemingly basic features are optional extras, which means this Porsche car too will push the limits of your budget.Overall, the Range Rover Sport is the best bet for you, or if you want a bit more space, the Mercedes-Benz GLS.

VehicleMercedes-Benz GLS
VehicleLand Rover Defender
VehicleLand Rover Range Rover Sport
VehiclePorsche Cayenne