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Land Rover Defender vs BMW X5 — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Land Rover Defender and the BMW X5: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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Both models share a near-identical entry price (MAD 1,190,000 vs MAD 1,199,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Land Rover Defender | BMW X5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Land Rover | BMW |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 300 ch | 489 ch |
| Consumption | 8.6 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 1,190,000 | MAD 1,199,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 1,690,000 | MAD 1,599,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Land RoverDefender
Pros
- 900 mm wading depth — segment record for raid SUVs
- D7x aluminium platform — rigid + lightweight + corrosion-resistant
- Adjustable air suspension + optional front + rear diff lockers
- Premium tactile cabin + 11.4" Pivi Pro screen — successful luxury + raid fusion
- Defender 90 (3-door) or 110 (5/7-seat) configuration — flexibility
Watch-outs
- 1,190,000 MAD entry price — high barrier, V8 reaches 1,690k
- Perceived electronic reliability below Land Cruiser 300
- Limited Premium Maroc network — 2 main dealerships (Casa, Rabat)
BMWX5
Pros
- xDrive50e PHEV 110 km EV WLTP — longest EV range in MA premium D-SUV
- M60i V8 530 hp / 0-100 in 4.3 s — 150k MAD cheaper than AMG GLE 53
- Optional true 7 seats — 3rd row adults short trips
- iDrive 8.5 + Curved Display + AR Navigation — best segment tech
- Standard smart xDrive AWD + run-flat tyres (puncture safety)
Watch-outs
- 1,199k entry pricier than Audi Q7 (1,029k) — 170k MAD premium
- 3rd row less spacious than Mercedes GLE 7-seater (X5 shorter)
- No V8 diesel like discontinued M50d in 2020 — only V6 xDrive30d
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Frequently asked — Land Rover Defender vs BMW X5
Land Rover Defender or BMW X5: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the Land Rover Defender (entry MAD 1,190,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Land Rover Defender and the BMW X5?
The Land Rover Defender starts at MAD 1,190,000 versus MAD 1,199,000 for the BMW X5, a 1% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Land Rover Defender and BMW X5 be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.