Land Rover Defender OCTA vs Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Land Rover Defender OCTA and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class 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 OCTA
OCTA P635 variant
- SRP
- ₱24,590,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱427,909
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
G 450 d variant
- SRP
- ₱16,990,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱295,656
How they differ
- The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱16,990,000, which is ₱7,600,000 (31%) below the Land Rover Defender OCTA at ₱24,590,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the G-Class is estimated at ₱295,656 a month against ₱427,909 for the Defender OCTA, a difference of ₱132,253 a month.
- The Defender OCTA makes more power (635 PS against 367.2 PS for the G-Class).
- The Defender OCTA has the larger engine (4,395 cc against 2,989 cc for the G-Class).
- The Defender OCTA is the longer vehicle (5,003 mm against 4,825 mm for the G-Class).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Land Rover Defender OCTAOCTA P635, ₱24,590,000 | Mercedes-Benz G-ClassG 450 d, ₱16,990,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 4.4L twin-turbo V8 petrol, mild hybrid (MHEV) | 3.0L turbodiesel inline-6, 48V mild hybrid |
| Displacement (differs) | 4395 cc | 2989 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 635 PS | 367.2 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 5855 rpm | 4000 rpm |
| Max torque | 750 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,800-5,855 | 1,350-2,800 |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 6e |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 8-speed Automatic Transmission | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | All-wheel drive (AWD) with twin-speed (high/low range) transfer box | Permanent all-wheel drive with three 100% differential locks |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5003 mm | 4825 mm |
| Width (differs) | 2064 mm | n/a |
| Height (differs) | 1995 mm | 1973 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3023 mm | 2890 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 250 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2510 kg | 2555 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | n/a |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 90 L | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 786 L | n/a |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 645 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | Suspension with adaptive damping |
| Wheels (differs) | 22" Style 7026, Gloss Black alloy wheels | 19-inch 5-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD and Emergency Brake Assist | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Assist, 3D Surround Camera, 360° Parking Aid, Rear Collision Monitor, Rear Traffic Monitor, Driver Condition Monitor, Wade Sensing | Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Assist with exit warning, 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, Meridian Surround Sound System | MBUX with 12.3-inch media display, Burmester 3D sound |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Android Auto, Apple CarPlay | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | Interactive Driver Display, Head-up Display | 12.3-inch digital instrument display |
| Headlight (differs) | Matrix LED headlights with signature DRL | n/a |
| Keyless system (differs) | Keyless Entry, Push Button Start | KEYLESS-GO |
| Other features (differs) | Three-zone Climate Control with Rear Cooling Assist, 14-way heated and cooled electric memory performance front seats, Sliding panoramic roof, Wireless device charging, Terrain Response 2 with Dynamic Program, Electronic Active Differential with Torque Vectoring by Braking | n/a |
| 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.