Quick summary: After the price cut, the Made in India Defender 110 starts at Rs 99 lakh ex-showroom. That puts it right next to the BMW X5 (Rs 96.90 lakh to Rs 1.13 crore) and the Mercedes-Benz GLE (Rs 1 crore to Rs 1.17 crore). The Defender is the clear pick for off-road ability and standard kit, while the X5 and GLE feel more like road cars.
For a long time the Land Rover Defender 110 cost a lot more than German luxury SUVs. The Defender 110 price cut has changed that. Here is how it now stacks up on price against the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Price comparison
| SUV and variant | Fuel | Ex-showroom price |
|---|---|---|
| Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE P300 | Petrol | Rs 99 lakh |
| Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE P400 | Petrol | Rs 1.18 crore |
| Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE D350 | Diesel | Rs 1.18 crore |
| BMW X5 xDrive40i | Petrol | Rs 96.90 lakh |
| BMW X5 xDrive30d | Diesel | Rs 98.90 lakh |
| BMW X5 xDrive40i M Sport | Petrol | Rs 1.11 crore |
| BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport | Diesel | Rs 1.13 crore |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 300d 4Matic AMG Line | Diesel | Rs 1 crore |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4Matic | Petrol | Rs 1.11 crore |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 450d 4Matic | Diesel | Rs 1.17 crore |
Defender prices are from Land Rover India's official price list. BMW and Mercedes prices are from car4you model pages and match what other Indian outlets list for October 2026. Always check the final price with your dealer.
Petrol: Defender P300 vs X5 xDrive40i vs GLE 450
The Defender P300 at Rs 99 lakh sits between the X5 xDrive40i at Rs 96.90 lakh and the GLE 450 at Rs 1.11 crore. The Defender uses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder with 300 PS and 400 Nm, while the German cars use six-cylinder engines. So the X5 and GLE will feel stronger on the road. The Defender answers back with air suspension, Terrain Response 2 and Wade Sensing as standard, plus room for seven in a 5+2 layout. If you want a six-cylinder Defender petrol, the P400 with 400 PS costs Rs 1.18 crore.
Diesel: Defender D350 vs X5 xDrive30d vs GLE 450d
This is the closest fight. The Defender D350 makes 350 PS and 700 Nm and costs Rs 1.18 crore. The GLE 450d is Rs 1.17 crore, almost the same money. The X5 xDrive30d M Sport is Rs 1.13 crore. The Defender D350 comes loaded, with 29 extra standard features including an active differential, Meridian sound, a head-up display and heated and cooled front seats.
Which one should you buy?
- Buy the Defender 110 if you go off the road, travel to the hills, or want a rugged look with a lot of kit. It can wade through 900 mm of water and tow up to 3,500 kg.
- Buy the BMW X5 if you want the sportiest drive on good roads and the lowest starting price.
- Buy the Mercedes GLE if comfort and a plush cabin matter most.
What about the Audi Q7 and Mercedes GLS?
The Audi Q7 is cheaper than all of these and is a seven-seater, so it is worth a look if you do not need off-road ability. The Mercedes-Benz GLS costs more and is a rival to the Defender 130 rather than the 110. We have kept their prices out of this table until we confirm the latest list.
Also read: Made in India vs imported Defender, BMW X5 on-road price.
FAQ
Is the Defender 110 cheaper than the BMW X5?
No. The X5 starts at Rs 96.90 lakh and the Defender 110 at Rs 99 lakh, so the X5 is about Rs 2 lakh cheaper at the base.
Defender D350 or Mercedes GLE 450d, which is better value?
They cost almost the same. The Defender gives more standard kit and off-road ability, while the GLE is the more comfortable road car.
Which is the cheapest diesel among these?
The BMW X5 xDrive30d at Rs 98.90 lakh.
Does the Defender 110 have seven seats?
Yes, it can seat up to seven in a 5+2 layout.
Are these on-road prices?
No, all prices here are ex-showroom. On-road prices will be higher because of road tax, insurance and TCS.