Lamborghini Urus vs Land Rover Defender: Specs Compared
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The Lamborghini Urus and Land Rover Defender are evenly matched on fuel economy — both peak at 20 mpg combined — so the decision comes down to engine choice, drivetrain, and class.
Across 3 measured categories, the Lamborghini Urus leads in 2. Figures are EPA test data, not manufacturer claims.
2019–2026
Lamborghini Urus
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 10 configurations
2020–2026
Land Rover Defender
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 54 configurations
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Lamborghini Urus | Land Rover Defender |
|---|---|---|
| Best combined MPG | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Best city MPG | 19 mpg ✓ | 18 mpg |
| Best highway MPG | 21 mpg | 23 mpg ✓ |
| Lowest annual fuel costEPA estimate at 15,000 miles per year | $3,800 | $3,800 |
| Lowest CO2 output | 166 g/mi ✓ | 444 g/mi |
| Engines offered | SIDI; PHEV, SIDI, 4.0, SIDI & PFI | SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI |
| Transmissions | Automatic (S8) | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrains | 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel types | Premium and Electricity, Premium | Premium |
| EPA class | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Years covered | 2019–2026 | 2020–2026 |
| Configurations on record | 10 | 54 |
Source: EPA fuel economy records via fueleconomy.gov. Best-case values across all recorded configurations for each model.
Lamborghini Urus vs Land Rover Defender dimensions and size
The Lamborghini Urus is 13.8 inches longer than the Land Rover Defender on a wheelbase 0.8 inches shorter, and 30.9 lbs heavier. At over 200 inches, the larger of the two is past the comfortable limit of a standard 192-inch single garage bay once you allow walking room.
| Dimension | Lamborghini Urus (2026) | Land Rover Defender (2026) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 201.2 in | 187.4 in | 13.8 in |
| Width (excl. mirrors) | 79.5 in | 79.1 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 64.6 in | 77.6 in | 13 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 118.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb weight | 4,850 lbs | 4,819 lbs | 31 lbs |
Width excludes mirrors; add 8–12 inches for mirrors out. Figures are for the newest model year on record for each vehicle. See both drawn to scale.
Lamborghini Urus vs Land Rover Defender: what the numbers mean
Running cost over five years: at the EPA's 15,000-mile-a-year assumption the Lamborghini Urus burns about $3,800 of fuel annually against $3,800 for the Land Rover Defender. That $0 yearly gap compounds to roughly $0 over five years and $0 over eight — often more than the price difference between two trims of the same vehicle, and the single largest running-cost line item separating these two.
City versus highway split: the Lamborghini Urus is the stronger commuter at 19 mpg city, while the Land Rover Defender pulls ahead on the interstate at 23 mpg highway. If most of your driving is stop-and-go traffic the city figure is the one to weigh; for long-distance highway mileage the reverse is true, and the two vehicles effectively swap places depending on how you drive.
Powertrain choice: the Lamborghini Urus is recorded with 4 distinct engine configurations (SIDI; PHEV, SIDI, 4.0), the Land Rover Defender with 2 (SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI). Across 10 recorded Lamborghini Urus configurations and 54 for the Land Rover Defender, the wider the engine spread the more the real-world fuel efficiency depends on which version you actually buy, so check the specific model year and drivetrain rather than the headline number.
Drivetrain and class: the Lamborghini Urus is offered with 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, the Land Rover Defender with 4-Wheel Drive. All-wheel drive typically costs one to two mpg combined against the same vehicle in front- or rear-wheel drive, which is worth remembering when the gap between these two is small. The EPA classes them as Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD and Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD respectively — the class drives the interior volume, cargo space and passenger space each one is measured against.
Tailpipe emissions: at their cleanest configurations the Lamborghini Urus emits 166 g/mile of CO2 versus 444 g/mile for the Land Rover Defender. Emissions track fuel consumption almost exactly, so the cleaner vehicle here is also the cheaper one to fuel.
Urus vs Defender: common questions
Which is better on gas, the Lamborghini Urus or the Land Rover Defender?
The Lamborghini Urus and Land Rover Defender are evenly matched on fuel economy — both peak at 20 mpg combined — so the decision comes down to engine choice, drivetrain, and class.
Which costs less to run per year?
By EPA estimates at 15,000 miles a year, the Land Rover Defender runs about $3,800 a year in fuel at its most efficient configuration, versus about $3,800 for the Lamborghini Urus — a difference of roughly $0 per year.
What engines do the Urus and Defender offer?
Lamborghini Urus: SIDI; PHEV, SIDI, 4.0, SIDI & PFI. Land Rover Defender: SIDI; Mild Hybrid, SIDI.
Are they in the same vehicle class?
Yes — the EPA classifies both the Lamborghini Urus and the Land Rover Defender as Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, so they compete directly.
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