Pros Refined and silky inline-six, punchy acceleration, modern and high-budget interior.
Cons Opting for the coupe version costs $4150 and reduces practicality, optional extras can bring the total to more than six figures, BMW offers a twin-turbo V-8 at this price point.
Fully redesigned for 2021.AMG GLE 53 makes 429 hp from a turbo inline six-cylinder.AMG GLE 63 S cranks out 603 hp from a twin-turbo V8.EQ Boost adds up to 21 hp and 184 lb-ft.
Pros Premium-feeling well-trimmed interior Many standard safety and technology features Effortless acceleration from either engine
Cons Roofline compromises backseat headroom Cargo space is similar to a compact SUV's Only two trim levels available On-road performance abilities limit off-road capability
Pros Super smooth inline-six Stunning interior Capable handling Good list of standard options Improved styling over previous generation
Cons It can get expensive when you add options Limited practicality compared to GLE SUV Fuel consumption suffers under hard driving
Pros Strong off-road capabilities Wealth of customization options High-tech safety and off-road features Smooth ride for an off-road-oriented SUV
Cons Options can get pricey Cargo door is heavy and opens toward the curb
Pros Modern design looks cool Awesome off-road capabilities Lots of personalisation options
Cons A Discovery is better at seating seven Top models are Range Rover money Land Rover's poor reliability record
Land Rover is introducing a V-8 engine into the Defender lineup for 2022: the 518-hp Supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 that's found in the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models. The V-8 will be available on both the two-door 90 and four-door 110 models; a high-end Carpathian Edition model will also sport the V-8 engine.
Pros Ultra-capable off-road, surprisingly refined on-road, well-equipped interior.
Cons Disappointing fuel economy, desirable features carry high price tags, six-cylinder isn't as quick as we'd hoped.
