Head to head
Land Rover Defender 90 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e
The Land Rover Defender 90 is a short-wheelbase off-road 4x4. The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e is a plug-in hybrid suv.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Land Rover Defender 90 | Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | up to 6 | up to 7 (7-seat option available on GLE) |
| Body | 3-door, short wheelbase | - |
| System power | - | 375hp (280kW), 650Nm |
| 0-62mph | - | 6.1 seconds |
Sources: Land Rover Defender 90, Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Defender 90 if...
The smallest and most compact Defender body, aimed at buyers wanting real off-road capability without the length of the 110 or 130. It is used commercially as a rugged utility vehicle as much as a leisure 4x4.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Buy or hire the GLE 400e if...
A plug-in hybrid large SUV aimed at buyers wanting seven-seat flexibility with the option of short electric-only running. It suits family and executive hire where low local emissions running matters alongside SUV space.
Listed by
- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Land Rover Defender 90 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e?
The Land Rover Defender 90 is a short-wheelbase off-road 4x4; the Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e is a plug-in hybrid SUV.
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