Land Rover Defender 130 vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Land Rover Defender 130 and the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: IC Land Automotive Inc. (Inchcape Philippines); retail by ICATS British Motors Inc. and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Land Rover Philippines, via landrover.ph.
Land Rover Defender 130
S D250 variant
- SRP
- ₱11,590,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱201,686
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
EQS 450 4MATIC SUV AMG Line variant
- SRP
- ₱9,990,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱173,844
How they differ
- The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱9,990,000, which is ₱1,600,000 (14%) below the Land Rover Defender 130 at ₱11,590,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the EQS SUV is estimated at ₱173,844 a month against ₱201,686 for the Defender 130, a difference of ₱27,842 a month.
- The EQS SUV makes more power (360.4 PS against 249 PS for the Defender 130).
- The EQS SUV has more torque (800 Nm against 600 Nm for the Defender 130).
- The Defender 130 is the longer vehicle (5,358 mm against 5,125 mm for the EQS SUV).
- They differ in powertrain: the Defender 130 has a combustion engine, the EQS SUV a battery-electric powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Land Rover Defender 130S D250, ₱11,590,000 | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUVEQS 450 4MATIC SUV AMG Line, ₱9,990,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Ingenium 3.0L inline-6 twin-turbo diesel, 48V mild hybrid (MHEV) | Electric motor |
| Displacement (differs) | 2997 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 249 PS | 360.4 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 4000 rpm | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 600 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,250-2,250 | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | n/a | 118 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | n/a | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | n/a | 673 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | n/a | WLTP (594-673 km band) |
| Motor power (differs) | n/a | 265 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | n/a | 22 kW |
| DC fast charging (differs) | n/a | 200 kW |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 8-speed Automatic Transmission | Single-speed |
| Drivetrain (differs) | All-wheel drive (AWD) with twin-speed (high/low range) transfer box | 4MATIC all-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5358 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (differs) | 2008 mm | 1956 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1970 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3022 mm | 3210 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 218 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2552 kg | 2840 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 8 | n/a |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 89 L | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 1094 L | n/a |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 570 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | Electronic air suspension | AIRMATIC with adaptive damping |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Electronic air suspension | AIRMATIC with adaptive damping |
| Wheels (differs) | 19" Style 6010 alloy wheels | 22-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD and Emergency Brake Assist | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 9 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, 3D Surround Camera, 360° Parking Aid, Driver Condition Monitor | Driving Assistance Plus Package: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist; Parking Package with 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Roll Stability Control (RSC), Electronic Traction Control (ETC), Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 13.1" Touchscreen, Pivi Pro, Sound System | MBUX Hyperscreen: 17.7-inch OLED central display and 12.3-inch OLED passenger display, Burmester 3D sound |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Android Auto, Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay |
| Instrument panel (differs) | Interactive Driver Display | 12.3-inch driver display |
| Headlight (differs) | LED headlights with signature DRL | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | Keyless Entry, Push Button Start | KEYLESS-GO with flush door handles |
| Other features (differs) | Three-zone Climate Control with Rear Heating and Cooling Assist, 12-way semi-powered front seats, Sliding panoramic roof, Wireless device charging, Terrain Response | Airbags: two-stage front, front side, rear side, window (curtain) and driver knee; head-up display; panoramic sliding sunroof; climatised front seats |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 3 years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first | 3 years |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.