2025 INFINITI QX60 vs 2025 Land Rover Defender

$50,200 · Crossover

$56,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 INFINITI QX60 steps out with sophisticated curves and a compelling efficiency story, sipping fuel to achieve 24 combined MPG while offering a welcoming $50,200 entry point. Conversely, the 2025 Land Rover Defender thrills with rugged capability and a distinct presence, boasting 296 horsepower and standard All-Wheel Drive, though it commands a higher $56,900 MSRP. The QX60 prioritizes daily economy, delivering 28 highway MPG on its premium fuel requirement, whereas the Defender settles for 19 combined MPG, reflecting its performance focus. While the Defender offers slightly more usable space at 15.6 cu ft of cargo capacity versus the QX60's 14.5 cu ft, the QX60 provides 286 lb-ft of torque for smooth cruising. This comparison pits polished daily usability against raw, adventure-ready power.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 INFINITI QX60

The QX60 wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy rating of 24 MPG, saving money on fuel costs.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Defender

The Defender takes the family nod by offering slightly more cargo capacity at 15.6 cubic feet and the inherent security of standard All-Wheel Drive.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Land Rover Defender

Enthusiasts will gravitate towards the Defender for its higher output of 296 horsepower and more aggressive off-road styling potential.

💰 Best Value

2025 INFINITI QX60

The INFINITI QX60 presents better overall value by having a significantly lower MSRP, undercutting the Defender by $6,700.

Choose the INFINITI QX60 if...

Your budget is paramount, as the QX60 starts $6,700 lower than the Defender at $50,200.
Fuel economy matters more than peak power, given the QX60’s 24 combined MPG rating.
You prefer the smoother operation of a front-wheel-drive setup for typical paved road driving.

Choose the Land Rover Defender if...

You demand more output, as the Defender delivers 296 horsepower compared to the QX60's 268 hp.
All-Weather capability is essential, thanks to the Defender's standard All-Wheel Drive system.
You need the slightly taller stance and marginally more utility, reflected in its 77.5-inch height and 15.6 cu ft cargo area.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	INFINITI QX60	Land Rover Defender
Length	198.2"	180.5"
Width	-	-
Height	69.7"	77.5"
Wheelbase	114.2"	101.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	—
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	268 hp @ 5600 rpm	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	286 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	18/21 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	19 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	428.4/499.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	—	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	9	11
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Front Head Room	40.8 in.	40.6 in.
Front Leg Room	42.1 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.6 in.	—
Front Hip Room	58.8 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	2-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Manual
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	2-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Manual
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	37.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	59.7 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	56.7 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/60R18	255/65R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Outside Rear Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	19 in

Suspension

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 INFINITI QX60 and 2025 Land Rover Defender.

Is the fuel requirement difference significant between the two crossovers?

Yes, the difference is substantial; the QX60 requires premium unleaded but achieves 24 combined MPG, while the Defender only recommends premium while delivering a lower 19 combined MPG. This means more frequent and costly fill-ups for the Defender.

How does the driving experience differ given their power outputs?

The Defender pulls ahead with 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, suggesting quicker acceleration off the line. The QX60 offers 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque, engineered more for refined, comfortable cruising.

Which vehicle is physically larger on the road?

Despite the Defender's rugged image, the QX60 is significantly longer at 198.2 inches compared to the Defender’s 180.5 inches. However, the Defender stands noticeably taller at 77.5 inches versus the QX60’s 69.7 inches.

Does the QX60's FWD setup hurt its capability compared to the Defender's AWD?

For standard daily driving, the QX60’s Front-Wheel Drive is adequate and aids in its better fuel economy. The Defender’s All-Wheel Drive system is crucial for its intended off-road prowess, offering superior traction in challenging conditions.

Is the Defender's extra cost justified by its standard features?

The Defender costs $6,700 more, which generally accounts for its standard AWD system, slightly higher power, and rugged design philosophy. Buyers must weigh if that performance and capability justify the extra initial investment over the feature-rich QX60.