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Land Rover Defender vs Skoda Karoq Comparison

Land Rover Defender

Skoda Karoq

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2026 Land Rover

Defender

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2025 Skoda

Karoq

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CarExpert Rating

CarExpert Rating

Very Good

Read the 2025 Land Rover Defender 130 review

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

CarExpert Rating

Very Good

Read the 2025 Skoda Karoq review

This rating has been converted from our previous rating system. Read about our new review ratings.

Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

Based on the Land Rover Defender 130 P400 OUTBOUND LE13 (294kW)

Based on the Skoda Karoq SPORTLINE (4x4) 140TSI

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Long distance driving

Towing

Fuel Efficiency

85L - 90L

289 to 1179 km

50L

325 to 360 km

ANCAP Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year
warranty

7 year
warranty

MSRP

$98,400 - $304,500

$38,490 - $55,090

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CarExpert's Take

Jack Quick

Contributor

Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Turns heads
Ginormous boot
Effortless highway cruiser

Misses

Only has five seats
Large rear blind spots
More standard equipment expected

Jack Quick

Contributor

Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Dynamic driving experience
Physical buttons and knobs for all key functions
Plenty of 'Simply Clever' touches

Misses

Switchgear getting a little dated
Misses out on cool removable rear seats
Expensive with options ticked

Reviews

2025 Land Rover Defender 130 review

2025 Land Rover Defender 130 review

This 5.4-metre offroad-focused Defender may only have five seats and an awkward rear-end, but it draws attention like nothing else.

Jack Quick

2025 Skoda Karoq review

2025 Skoda Karoq review

The Karoq Sportline 4x4 has bucketloads of 'Simply Clever' touches and dynamic driving prowess, though its asking price is creeping up and up.

Jack Quick

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Specs

Type
TURBO, SUPERCHARGER, ELECTRIC COMPRESSOR & SUPERCHARGER		TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, TURBO
Size (cc)
1997 - 4999		1395 - 1984
Size (L)
4.4L, 5.0L, 3.0L, 2.0L		2.0L, 1.4L
Cylinders
8, 6, 4		4
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16 - 32		16
Power
183kW - 467kW		110kW - 140kW
Power RPM
4000 - 6000		4200 - 5000
Torque
550Nm - 750Nm		250Nm - 320Nm
Torque RPM
1250 - 2500		1500
Bore Stroke
-		80
Compression Ratio
-		-

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