Defender Octa vs i7 M70 xDrive
Land Rover · BMW
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the i7 M70 xDrive beats the Defender Octa comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the i7 M70 xDrive thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Defender Octa is $153,000 vs $168,000 for the i7 M70 xDrive — a $15,000 gap. Power: i7 M70 xDrive makes 24 hp more (626 vs 650). Drivetrain: i7 M70 xDrive is electric; Defender Octa runs on petrol.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Defender Octa or the i7 M70 xDrive?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the i7 M70 xDrive is faster, beating the Defender Octa by 0.12 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Defender Octa vs the i7 M70 xDrive?
The Defender Octa hits 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, while the i7 M70 xDrive does it in 3.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Defender Octa produces 626 hp; the i7 M70 xDrive produces 650 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Defender Octa tops out at 250 km/h, and the i7 M70 xDrive reaches 250 km/h.
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