2025 Land Rover Defender vs 2025 Lexus GX

$56,900 · Crossover

$64,735 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Land Rover Defender (Car 1) and the 2025 Lexus GX (Car 2) is the torque output, where the GX delivers 479 lb-ft compared to the Defender’s 295 lb-ft, representing a 184 lb-ft advantage. This power disparity is reflected in the 53 hp difference, as the GX produces 349 hp versus the Defender's 296 hp. Financially, the Defender offers a lower entry point at $56,900, undercutting the GX’s $64,735 MSRP by $7,835. For efficiency, the Defender achieves slightly better fuel economy, returning 19 combined MPG against the GX's 17 combined MPG. Size variations are also notable: the Defender is 180.5 inches long, whereas the larger GX spans 197.1 inches. Furthermore, the Defender provides superior dedicated cargo volume at 15.6 cubic feet versus the GX’s 10.3 cubic feet.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Defender

The Defender achieves better fuel economy at 19 combined MPG, offering lower running costs for daily driving compared to the GX’s 17 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Defender

The Defender offers 15.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, substantially more usable space than the Lexus GX's 10.3 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lexus GX

The Lexus GX delivers significantly more capability with 479 lb-ft of torque and 349 hp, surpassing the Defender’s 295 lb-ft and 296 hp figures.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Defender

The Defender presents a better entry price point, costing $7,835 less than the Lexus GX while still offering AWD capability.

Choose the Land Rover Defender if...

You prioritize initial purchase price savings, benefiting from a $56,900 MSRP.
Maximizing storage space is critical, as the Defender offers 15.6 cu ft of cargo volume.
You seek slightly better fuel economy with a 19 combined MPG rating versus 17 combined MPG.

Choose the Lexus GX if...

High towing or raw power is necessary, evidenced by its class-leading 479 lb-ft of torque.
You require a more substantial on-road presence with greater overall vehicle length (197.1 inches).
A 10-speed automatic transmission is preferred over the Defender's 8-speed unit.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Defender	Lexus GX
Length	180.5"	197.1"
Width	-	78.0"
Height	77.5"	75.6"
Wheelbase	101.9"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear 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
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	296 hp @ 5500 rpm	349 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Hi-Lo	Manual Hi-Lo
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	18/21 MPG	15/21 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	428.4/499.8 mi.	316.5/443.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	21.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	—
Speaker System	11	10
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Infotainment Display	—	14.0 in
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Front Head Room	40.6 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	41.2 in.
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	2-way	8-way
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Manual	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	2-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Manual	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Shoulder Room	—	59.5 in.
Front Hip Room	—	56.5 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Rear Head Room	37.2 in.	43.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	36.6 in.	36.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Shoulder Room	—	57.2 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	56.4 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/65R19	✓
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Matching	Full Size Matching
Spare Tire Location	Outside Rear Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Dimensions	—	20 x 7.5 in

Suspension

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Lexus
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 10000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Defender and 2025 Lexus GX.

How do the drivetrains and off-road capabilities compare?

The Land Rover Defender uses an All-Wheel Drive system, whereas the Lexus GX employs a Four-Wheel Drive system, suggesting potentially more robust low-range capability in the GX. Both utilize shiftable automatic transmissions, but the GX has a 10-speed unit compared to the Defender's 8-speed.

Which vehicle offers a more engaging driving experience based on performance metrics?

The Lexus GX is superior for raw performance, generating 349 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. The Defender trails significantly with 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, making the GX the clear choice for driving enthusiasts.

What is the definitive difference in purchase price between the two models?

The 2025 Lexus GX has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $64,735, which is $7,835 more expensive than the 2025 Land Rover Defender starting at $56,900.

For families needing space, which vehicle handles cargo better?

The Land Rover Defender provides 15.6 cubic feet of dedicated cargo capacity, significantly outpacing the Lexus GX’s 10.3 cubic feet. This metric suggests the Defender can accommodate more luggage or gear for family trips.

Is there a notable difference in fuel consumption for regular drivers?

Yes, the Defender is marginally more efficient, achieving 19 combined MPG (18 city/21 highway). The GX lags slightly, rated at 17 combined MPG (15 city/21 highway), requiring more frequent stops for fuel.

Do both vehicles require the same type of fuel?

Both vehicles recommend or require premium unleaded gasoline for optimal operation. Specifically, the Defender recommends premium unleaded, while the Lexus GX mandates the use of premium unleaded fuel.