Land Rover Defender vs Jeep Wrangler

Off Road or On, the Land Rover Defender is the Best SUV for Long Island Drivers

It's hard to compete with the Land Rover name brand when it comes to groundbreaking performance, world-class luxury, and exhilarating performance. Here on Long Island, whether you're searching for a beach you can four-wheel drive on or you stay mostly on the highways, the team at Land Rover Huntington has the legendary brand name and models you're looking for. Our collection of Land Rover SUVs , including the new Land Rover Defender, is unsurpassed and ready to show up the competition.

Available in multiple configurations, the Land Rover Defender is a highly customizable model that's been turning heads and collecting loyal fans ever since it first debuted in our Huntington collection. But while it has a lot to offer, we know it's not the only rugged and off-road ready SUV vying for your attention.

If you're ready to see what the world looks like from the elevated ground clearance and commanding view of the road of a rough and tumble, adventure-ready SUV, we're ready to help. Read on to learn more about how our SUV stands up to competition and comes out ahead in several key areas.

The Land Rover Defender and the Jeep Wrangler, Side By Side

 
  
 

Style and Design

Both SUVs shine whether on the road or off, thanks to their off-road ready stance and aggressive exterior designs. Both are also available in your pick of either a four-door or two-door style, depending on your preference. However, while the Wrangler can seat either five or four, the Defender offers more customizable configurations, with a five-passenger, six-passenger, or seven-passenger capacity available depending on your needs.

Power and Performance

While both SUVs give drivers a variety of powertrain options for customization purposes, including two efficient and innovative hybrid options, you can expect more power right out of the gate from the Defender than you can with the Wrangler. For example, while our Land Rover SUV starts off with 296 horsepower and 295 from its base turbocharged engine, the Wrangler starts off with just 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque from its base engine.

Features

The Land Rover Defender packs a punch, whether it's driving or pampering you with amenities. It comes with a long list of features that drivers love standard, with more available as you move up through the various trims. It also far outshines the Wrangler in terms of features, which doesn't have as many standard. Highlights on the Defender include standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED headlights, power-adjustable front seats, and an adjustable air suspension.

Safety

As with tech and comfort features, the Land Rover Defender also comes with far more standard safety features than the Jeep Wrangler. Forward collision mitigation, a blind-spot monitor, lane-keeping assistance, and much more, are all standard for the Defender and listed only as optional for the Wrangler.

You'll Prefer the Land Rover Defender over the Jeep Wrangler If...

  • ...you enjoy the flexibility to add extra seats or a third row to your SUV
  • ...you want more features right at the base model
  • ...you prefer a touch of luxury and refinement on your commute
  • ...you need more cargo space for important gear (the Defender holds 34 cubic feet while the Wrangler just 12.9 cubic feet)
  • ...you like to go further on a tank of gas (the Defender averages 405 miles in the city and 476 miles on the highway; the Wrangler 298 miles in the city and 438 miles on the highway)
  • ...you like a spacious and comfortable interior (the Defender has more space for passengers to stretch out in than the Wrangler

Test Drive Your Next Land Rover Defender in Huntington

When you're ready to experience firsthand all the winning qualities that set the Land Rover collection, and the Defender SUV, apart from the competition, we're ready to introduce you. Make your way to see us in person on East Jericho Turnpike, and let's get you set up behind the wheel of the perfect Land Rover for your needs.

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