2024 Land Rover Defender vs. 2024 Ford Bronco

Two of the most popular premium off-road-ready SUVs on the market are the Land Rover Defender and Ford Bronco. It’s not uncommon for Minneapolis drivers to confuse this Ford SUV for a Range Rover. They have a lot of similarities, after all: they both sport boxy yet sleek bodies, and they are both engineered to handle whatever the trails can throw their way. 

Aside from their brand names and aforementioned similarities, how do the Defender and Bronco differ from one another? Not only is the Land Rover Defender more powerful, but it offers more space and engine options compared to the Bronco. Along with a Ford Bronco size comparison, we dive more into the Defender vs. Bronco performance specs in the following guide.

Defender vs. Bronco: Engine Options

Lots of St. Paul drivers may think this Ford SUV is the same as a Range Rover, but the engine options for the Defender and Bronco truly reflect that these SUVs differ a lot from one another. The Land Rover Defender has five available engine options, ranging from a standard inline 4-cylinder to a powerful V-8 gasoline option. On the other hand, there are only three options available for the Bronco, from inline 4-cylinder to V6 engines.

While the basic 4-cylinder engines in both SUVs have a similar power range, those looking for additional horsepower and torque in their Edina travels will most likely favor the Defender engine options. Compare the Defender vs. Bronco engines below.

Defender Engines:

• 2.0L P300 I4 Gasoline Engine:  296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque

• 3.0L P300 I6 Gas MHEV Engine: 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque

• 3.0L P400 I6 Gasoline MHEV Engine: 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque

• 5.0L P500 V8 Gas Engine: 493 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque

• 5.0L P525 V8 Gas Engine: 518 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque

Bronco Engines:

• • 2.3L EcoBoost® Engine: 270 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque

• 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 Engine: 330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque

• 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 Engine: 418 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque

Defender vs. Bronco: Towing Capacity

Not only does the Defender outcompete the Bronco in terms of horsepower and torque, it also has a higher towing and payload capacity.

Defender vs. Bronco: Towing Capacity:

• 2024 Land Rover Defender Towing Capacity: Up to 8,200 pounds
• 2024 Ford Bronco Towing Capacity: Up to 4,500 pounds

Defender vs. Bronco: Payload Capacity:

• 2024 Land Rover Defender Payload Capacity: Up to 1,984 pounds
• 2024 Ford Bronco Payload Capacity: Up to 1,370 pounds

Defender vs. Ford Bronco: Size Comparison

Our guide is not complete without a Defender and Ford Bronco size comparison! Here are some things to consider when choosing between the Defender vs. Bronco:

• The Land Rover Defender can accommodate up to eight passengers, while the Ford Bronco’s maximum seating capacity is five. This distinction makes the Land Rover a more suitable choice for larger families, particularly with the Defender 130 configuration offering the maximum seating capacity.
• For those who prefer to ride solo, both models offer two-door configurations. However, opting for the Land Rover provides access to more luxurious features. Positioned between these options is the Defender 110, a four-door model that can accommodate up to seven passengers.

Get to Know the Defender in Richfield!

Despite their differences, the Ford Bronco and Defender are both excellent SUVs. Land Rover Richfield invites you to get to know one of these off-road kings by exploring our new Defender inventory! We’ll be happy to let you test drive the different Defender configurations and even help you create a custom order and have your dream Defender ordered and shipped to our lot in just a few months’ time. Have any questions? Contact us online or give us a call at 952-209-3000 today.