2024 Defender vs. Jeep Wrangler
Huntington area shoppers looking for their next SUV may consider the new Defender and other models in its segment. Land Rover Huntington is here to break down how the Defender stacks up with its counterparts, and help you decide which vehicle is the better fit for you.
2024 Defender vs. 2024 Jeep Wrangler
Engines and Power Output
For starters, the engines in the Defender outmatch those in the Jeep Wrangler. The standard 2.0-liter turbo engine in the 2024 Defender churns out 296 horsepower and up to 295 lb-ft of torque, outdoing the standard 285-horsepower, 260 lb-ft 3.6-liter V6 in the 2023 Wrangler.
Looking at the top end of available engines, the Wrangler's 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine produces 470 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, coming up short to the Defender, whose 5.0-liter supercharged V8 boasts 518 horsepower and 625 lb-ft of torque.
Standard Features
The Defender also provides plenty of standard features that the Wrangler makes optional, including a remote start system, navigation, blind spot assist, parking sensors and more. Additionally, features like rain-sensing and variable intermittent windshield wipers or LED headlights are standard in the Defender and unavailable in the Wrangler altogether. If you looking for specific features on any of our Defender models you can view our trim level comparisons of the Defender 90, 110, and 130.
2024 Defender 90 Trim Comparison
2024 Defender 110 Trim Comparison
2024 Defender 130 Trim Comparison
Warranty and Roadside Assistance
Important aspects like warranty and roadside assistance can be overlooked, but the Defender features superior coverage with four years/50,000 miles compared to three years/36,000 miles in the Wrangler.
Shop for the New Defender at Land Rover Huntington
Huntington area shoppers who are interested in the new Defender can schedule a test drive or visit us in person for a closer look at the luxury SUV. If you have any questions about the Defender or any available models in our new inventory, you can always contact us online at Land Rover Huntington.