The Defender is a fantastic car, but I think the Urban package is a complete miss. It makes the Defender feel like it's pretending to be a G-Wagon, which it isn't and shouldn't be. The Defender is a car that should look slightly out of place on the road, like it belongs more in some muddy field. Perhaps I'm desperately clinging to the spirit of the old Defender, but the new Defender only exists because of the old Defender's charm.
I like both, but the Defender is much more discrete. As a discrete guy, naturally I'm very attracted to that, and that's the reason I'd always pick a Defender over any G Wagon.
I could never buy a jaguar SVR when a Range Rover SVR exists. The Range Rover looks way better and has a 4x4 transfer case and it has more headroom and can fit 3 people across
@@Vincetagram you guys can get the g550 professional edition in the US. Sure it's not diesel but it has the off-road kit and isn't as massive as the 4x4 version
The G Wagon has been my fav vehicle for years and years. There is just something about the style, the off-road prowess and the sound (of the AMG version) that clicks all the boxes for me
I kind of agree. The g wagon isn’t my style, but it’s still an amazing vehicle. I’d take the jag svr off that defender v8 over one as well. They are a bit more understated, still look aggressive enough and are $85k+ cheaper new. The g63 amg is a status suv. The jag and defender are for people who don’t care about getting the head nods. You want a comfortable ride, stunning interior and enough power to get in trouble with. And I believe you could even get the svr with a blower in older models if I’m not mistaken.
G wagon is a legacy car, people can moan as much as they want but it is good at what it was built to do, its unapologetically itself. it sells in droves and holds it value like nothing else in its sector, apart from maybe the first URUS's. Its just such a solid cool car. There isnt anything like a G wagon, theres no other car in that sector that has that level of luxury and performance and then can go off-roading with the best of the best and keep up. Carwow has done numerous G wagon off road tests and the proof is in the pudding.... its fine if people dont personally like G wagons but to act like its an "objectively" inferior car to JLR products is crazy😂
Great video! You earned a subscriber from Ghana🇬🇭. G-wagon is everything! I think the Germans did a great job by maintaining the old military body but focusing on the inside. The new Defender however, has changed in looks and doesn’t feel like the old one at all. I can also understand why Sam prefers Rover over Benz lol.. Brits always prefers what’s theirs even if the other is better 😅. Kudos
@@casamia995your reply has nothing to do with anything he says, fool🙄Just because it's too expensive for you, doesn't mean it's too expensive for other people.
I see that statement made in a vacuum often on the internet, but it leaves out the fact that all of my buddies with G wagons, other high end Benzes, Bentleys, BMWs... they all have issues too.
I think the difference in feel/handling is the Gwagon being body on frame, which is a huge plus if you offroad it. Of course, 99.9% of SUV owners never do, so the Defender is probably a better choice for almost everyone.
….body stiffness on the new Defender is higher than the G Wagon’s… and due to Defenders chassis construction, axle articulation is greater than the G Wagon ones too… funny, but facts! Still, my heart beats most for the G!😊
12:40 it's the other way around here in Germany. I drive a nicely gondwana stone satin (ppf) full black packed Defender and everyone is turning their head. The Defender in general is really rare over here - you see a well specced one maybe once a month. But you see a dozen G-Wagons every day.
Brilliant video as always sam BUT.....There's absolutely no way you just compared the monolithic and unbreakable off-roading land yacht legend that is the G wagon.... to a car thats trim pieces fall off just from being outside for too long, let alone off-roading. Iv seen so many new defenders with hanging off panels and irresponsive front and rear lights its actually not funny. These 2 cars just arent rivals and its weird that you thought they could be.
Excellent video regarding video quality and commentary made about both cars! However, I recently rented a p300 base model Defender and noticed that the car was 'floaty' and not sitting on the floor when driving on highway with big turns. Would that just be an issue with the base model defender or is it the same for higher specs defender like the p400 and V8 editions as well? Thanks !
From the beginning you could already hear the bias. Cool review but I wonder if you could have one where you genuinely tested the vehicles on their merits and less on your bias against the one. Maybe if you reviewed each car alone without the link we'd get something smooth. But hella hilarious watching. Loved it
This was a twin test that I've been waiting to see!! .. 'Give me a brick wall and I'll drive through it!' ... Loved the test and your energy and enthusiasm, Sam!! .. Keep up the great work!!👍🙂
I think the point was missed here. The G wagon is more of a dedicated offroader, it's not meant for backroad blasts on twisty country lanes. With it's body on frame construction, three locking diffs, it's the one that is better suited for off road trails and muddy terrain. It does lose some of that in the G63 version, but the DNA is still there. No it's not going to be doing that, but neither are you going to be diving with your Rolex Submariner either
Personally would go for the defender or the new XM My brother swapped his g400d for the new XM and what a difference 😍 Haven’t driven the v8 defender but I think my P400 defender is more than enough
You are getting it wrong Sam, and all those who own one to be seen in it. The G-class is not GOOD to drive, but it is COOL to drive and it is not the performance but the feeling. ... and no the Defender is not really a competition. G-class has no direct rivals G-glass is in its' own class
Gotta be a G-wagon Sam. LR/RR will always have problems. Electrics usually. My cousin rewired his old V8 defender with his own wiring loom, no more problems!! He stopped issues from his garage yet they couldn't in a mahoosive factory !
@@bohlalenchabeleng1370 When he was in the military he used to strip down, fix, then rebuild Challenger tanks. Now he does I.T. maintaining business networks.
This test isn't fair. You have compare standard g63 to urban something defender which I see has different suspension and maybe even distances which make ride completely different to standard defender v8. You should take brabus g63 and then compare it.
Both are my favourite want both infront of my house, in same colour. Can you provide a picture of both together. Please !!! I can't find it anywhere on internet
The G400 diesel is the coolest G Wagon. But even that one being the cheapest in the lineup is like twice the price of a Defender with an equivalent engine
I currently have a 2020 Lexus GX 460 Just ordered a 2024 Defender I had to order it because I had a few things added. I wish I could have picked red leather seating like I have in my GX But Land Rover does offer that color option. If anyone has had both a Lexus GX and Defender can you tell me which one you prefer. Thanks
Incredibly uncool video... i loved it. Especially the fact that you clearly hate everything about the G-Wagon but can't help trying to love it for the sake of mass opinion. Loving the Defender but talking about a half priced Jag F-PACE... and borrowing these expensive vehicles from the showroom and naming the place but then basically calling the vehicles rubbish. And that cheers with the coffee but not taking a sip. Brilliant stuff. I feel like i just watched an ex choirboy let loose.
Thank you for your insights about both vehicles. Everybody has their own take and their own preferences. I appreciate the comparison of them on-road, which is what most people will be doing the vast majority of the time. But I think you missed a very big point of the G-wagon, and that is its off-road ability and durability. That soft suspension that makes it not so great going down twisty roads, makes it excel off-road, which wasn't tested. I think if you would take them both off-road in various conditions for a few hours, you would have realized where the G-Wagon really shines. The new Defender is beautiful and I'm sure does handle better on the road, but that's the problem, for somebody like me who does take their vehicles off road and overlanding, the defender wouldn't cut it. Sadly, the basis for its coolness factor, as a great off-roader, doesn't apply so much anymore. Whereas the G wagon's still 100% does.
G wagon is an ego purchase usually from someone who actually hasn’t one clue about driving at all . There shocking to drive , massively expensive & built quality isn’t fantastic either .
Ohh the new Defender, what a disappointment ( aesthetics wise ) The old ones were SO iconic, why would you get rid of that to make a wannabe Rangerover.. Surprised the older models haven't sky-rocketed in price.
I drove a g wagon 4x4 conversion on my channel awhile back as well as a brabus 4x4 and a 'regular' g63 off camera. They're incredible machines for off roading but aren't all that great as a daily imo. It's literally a military truck with a modern mercedes reskin and luxury interior. You could make teh interior rolls royce level but you can't change the fact that it still is a heavy duty truck unless you completely redesign the chassis and suspension as a unibody luxury SUV, not to mention it has the aerodynamics of a cinderblock and will never be as useable or as comfortable as a GLE. Those are the same reasons why the jeep wrangler will never be as comfortable as a grand cherokee, a defender will never be as comfortable as a RR sport, and a bronco will never be as comfortable as a ford explorer.
Hi Sam, great video. Are you able to please share the name of the piece of music playing between 3:01 and 3:35? It’s awesome and I’d love to follow the artist. Thanks! 🙏🏼
I sold my 22 plate f pace svr and have been regretting it ever since. The main reason being that I can’t find anything anyway near as food for the price. I’m looking at a G63 but they are so expensive to run. Then I’m looking at cayenne but it doesn’t have the character. Then a 911 is tempting but hard to put the kids in. If you’re reading this and wondering what’s the best car to put your family in, but have old school genuine petrol head fun in too, then the F Pace SVR should be top of your list.
Can I ask, insurance-wise how are you able to drive these cars ? Is there a type of insurance you have or is it covered under the garage/showroom policy ?
I have owned a 2015 Brabus G63 and now a current model 400d, and I think that the Alexander guy sums it up when he talks about personality. Most new cars are pretty damned good these days, but very few actually talk to you. I owned a 2022 911GTS and couldn’t fault it…it was amazing….but it was, well, dull! Sometimes a car that’s flawed but has personality will outscore something that’s perfect.
There’s no comparison about the 2 cars. I love the defender, I m even in love with the defender however the g wagon is by far no comparison with the defender.
If you can afford the G wagon ,you buy the G wagon , the G500 makes more sense to compare but , the G wagon is a statement ,the Defender V8 is a wannabe.
@martingallagher4979 u say has nowt to do with offroading when that's the heritage of the car 😂 So if you don't buy it for offroading u buy it for that shitty box design that hasn't changed in a decade 😂
@@ethanahmed08 i don’t know anyone who would pick a defender over g wagon in looks. a G is more iconic and original. there’s no statement defender makes except that it’s $100k cheaper and worst in almost every way
@kaleonacapoy G is not original. Its just a box. Defender looks way meaner and has more of a design. Funny thing is I've seen hundreds of new defenders in my area the past few years but a g wagon is a rare sighting 🤔 guess the defender is the better choice if you have some taste
If only LR has half the reliability as the G Wag and as luxurious, other than that its no competition in terms of market value and road presence. LR reputation is so bad right now its not even worth it
They say Land Rovers not that great. My daughter owned one did not last her long too many mechanical problems. My dream car is a G wagon. Yes I saw a red one I fell in love ❤. I dream all the time of owning one. Never lose hope. I visualize it and smell the new car scent,the wonderful sensation inside it and driving it. 😍
I think a much better comparison is the Range Rover SV special edition to the G Wagon. The clearance on the Range Rover is 13 inches versus 9.5 in for the G Wagon. The back seat of the SV more luxurious than the G wagon in my opinion. The Defender is a lower grade from the Range Rover SV. Price of one can be as high $365, 000
Gwagun doesn't have proximity sensor or request sensor door, no apple car play or Android auto, no ventilated seats, no heads up display, no wireless phone charger, no sun roof, this are few of the features that the G wagun doesn't have. Why does it cost more than twice the price of the defender. Defender has tons of features and also similarly capable.
wow, that defender looks so much better side by side to the g wagon... and in the US you definitely see a lot more g wagons on the street (usually used) than defenders
Look at it This Way, You may need to buy 2 defenders for the price of G waggon. Because the defender will always break down that way you've got a spare.
Sam - your videos are the best by any auto TH-camr - it’s not because you’re most technically sound or drive the best, but because you come across as the best human, relatable, down to earth, humorous. Excellent overall rounded package. Good Luck. Oh and btw - I completely disagree with you on this one. G63 will blow the Defender or nothing else away. There’s nothing like it on the road. When all everyone cares about is being politically correct the G63 doesn’t care about popular opinions and delivers the best unapologetic driving experience imho.
One thing to note about Mercedes AMG vs the Defender is, Mercedes will boost the sound of the exhaust through the speakers while that is not the case with the defender. If you stand behind booth of them, I think the defender has a better sound. And you get true interior sound of your revs in the defender vs Mercedes. Although the Mercedes is really nice, I just can’t justify paying $250k for a vehicle when I can get something just as nice or close for $130k less.
Great video Sam, thanks for the upload. I love both to be honest, but I think I would stick with the G-Wagon purely for the looks and wow factor. A bit off topic here, I like the over shirt jacket you are wearing, could you let us know brand&model? Ta!
I have seen many accident videos. Many celebrities were gravely injured to dead in small to big crashes in g wagons. While defender always saves peaple. One incident where a guy totally totalled his car in an accident ( not by his mistake) he went to the showroom following week to book another defender. One of the main reasons g wagon owners noticed where the boat like handling. It is really badly tuned to control body roll and handle all the power.
The Defender is a fantastic car, but I think the Urban package is a complete miss. It makes the Defender feel like it's pretending to be a G-Wagon, which it isn't and shouldn't be. The Defender is a car that should look slightly out of place on the road, like it belongs more in some muddy field. Perhaps I'm desperately clinging to the spirit of the old Defender, but the new Defender only exists because of the old Defender's charm.
Totally agree
I’d argue that it shouldn’t even be called a defender. If anything ivv to is more of a discovery replacement. Im
@@ThrottleBody Very true, but the Disco brand is less marketable.
If you want a real Defender check out the Ineos Grenadier
Plenty of urban ones on the road. Those that buy aren’t interested in 1948-2016
I like both, but the Defender is much more discrete. As a discrete guy, naturally I'm very attracted to that, and that's the reason I'd always pick a Defender over any G Wagon.
Another top quality upload! I don't understand why Sam doesn't have 1mil+ subs, the quality of STG vids is on another level!
Uploaded 8 minutes ago, your comment 5 minutes ago.. You've watched 3 minutes out of a 17 min video
His viewers watch the full video so he still gets paid bank. Whereas other TH-camrs just post catchy thumbnails and people skim through
Agree he’s knocking out some amazing content.
@@matthewkobylinski510most of the money comes from brand deals. You need shit loads of views to make any ad sense
🤦🏾♂️ You simps ruin comment sections.
Why is no one talking about the woman walking at 6:45, where is she going? There's no civilization in a 50 mile radius
Theresa may ?
“Sell drugs to the sheep” 🤣🤣🤣 Great review!
"Some mobster.. trying to sell drugs to the sheep" Thank you, Sam. That made my day!
…or “look, is that a sheep fight? I think those sheep are fighting!” 😆 hilarious
Cracked me up 😂
Kinda highlights that he knows no drug dealers 🤣😂 they’re all on clios and corsas.
😂😂
“I’d get a half price F pace SVR” yes I agree absolutely. The F pace SVR is such an under rated car !
it sounds silly - it's trying too hard and sounds like a fart in a bucket - so I bought a Macan turbo
now that's a shitty lie, the f pace has one of the best sounding SUV engines ever, that v8 is superb @@pw8764
I could never buy a jaguar SVR when a Range Rover SVR exists. The Range Rover looks way better and has a 4x4 transfer case and it has more headroom and can fit 3 people across
@@DiaperSNiFFERyes but we’re talking about coupe looks
@@bekabeka71 I guess velar is still better then?
the g350d / g400d I think is the perfect one to have, personally prefer the look and is more understated
I agree. I wish we got those in america. I'd take a lifted narrow body g400d over a g550 4x4 all day.
Couldn't agree more. G400d, green over tan, clear glass, silver wheels.
@@vincentkr3w literally exactly how i’d have it but with brown leather, maybe 2-3in lift kit and some beadlocks
Agree 100%. I took ownership of a new G400d four months ago. It's more practical and than the G63 and not so "in your face". I absolutely love it.
@@Vincetagram you guys can get the g550 professional edition in the US. Sure it's not diesel but it has the off-road kit and isn't as massive as the 4x4 version
The G Wagon has been my fav vehicle for years and years. There is just something about the style, the off-road prowess and the sound (of the AMG version) that clicks all the boxes for me
I don't care for the fact that it's hard to differentiate looks-wise between a 2005 and a 2023 G
@@Christoph-sd3zi Why? Is it a status thing? To go against that point - G-wagons hold their value very well. So, a 2005 is still a status symbol.
As Sebastian Vettel said, even if not cheering for Ferrari, everybody is a Ferrari fan. I’d say same applies in road car wold for the G wagon!
I kind of agree. The g wagon isn’t my style, but it’s still an amazing vehicle. I’d take the jag svr off that defender v8 over one as well. They are a bit more understated, still look aggressive enough and are $85k+ cheaper new. The g63 amg is a status suv. The jag and defender are for people who don’t care about getting the head nods. You want a comfortable ride, stunning interior and enough power to get in trouble with. And I believe you could even get the svr with a blower in older models if I’m not mistaken.
No!! I dont like of the G Wagon as i dont like almost anything from Mercedes
G wagon is a legacy car, people can moan as much as they want but it is good at what it was built to do, its unapologetically itself. it sells in droves and holds it value like nothing else in its sector, apart from maybe the first URUS's. Its just such a solid cool car. There isnt anything like a G wagon, theres no other car in that sector that has that level of luxury and performance and then can go off-roading with the best of the best and keep up. Carwow has done numerous G wagon off road tests and the proof is in the pudding.... its fine if people dont personally like G wagons but to act like its an "objectively" inferior car to JLR products is crazy😂
That's really not true. Noone detests Ferrari, lots of people detest the G wagon
@Berley_1234 Well done, you just stated a fact about history mate, was there a point to that??😂
Defender any day over any suv
It's super Cool>>>
Urban have really fallen off recently. Their cars look so tacky
I love seeing the white defenders at the ski lodge. Especially the two doors!
Great video! You earned a subscriber from Ghana🇬🇭. G-wagon is everything! I think the Germans did a great job by maintaining the old military body but focusing on the inside. The new Defender however, has changed in looks and doesn’t feel like the old one at all. I can also understand why Sam prefers Rover over Benz lol.. Brits always prefers what’s theirs even if the other is better 😅. Kudos
you will never drive G-wagen because is too expensive😅😅😅😅
@@casamia995your reply has nothing to do with anything he says, fool🙄Just because it's too expensive for you, doesn't mean it's too expensive for other people.
@@casamia995why would you even say that?
You’re right that an F-Pace SVR makes far more sense as an on road SUV! But also it’s another fantastic video with wonderful cinematic quality 👌
Two of my dream cars…Powerful Machines ❤
Defender 90 with black pack and p400 with air suspension
I take the Defender any day!! Great content as always!
A great review. Exactly my take on the G Wagon. I have a current Defender and love it. Reliability is the main issue however..
I have a new Defender as well. 2.5 years in … no problems. My 2012 LR4 had no problems whatsoever. What is your concern about reliability?
I see that statement made in a vacuum often on the internet, but it leaves out the fact that all of my buddies with G wagons, other high end Benzes, Bentleys, BMWs... they all have issues too.
Yes, expensive cars are generally expensive to maintain and when they do break they are also expensive to repair. But…some do break more than others😊
I’m not sure the G wagon is that reliable either. It’s durable, but idk about reliable
Our UK roads are packed with LR. Can they really be so unreliable?
I think the difference in feel/handling is the Gwagon being body on frame, which is a huge plus if you offroad it. Of course, 99.9% of SUV owners never do, so the Defender is probably a better choice for almost everyone.
The Defender is great offroad.
….body stiffness on the new Defender is higher than the G Wagon’s… and due to Defenders chassis construction, axle articulation is greater than the G Wagon ones too… funny, but facts! Still, my heart beats most for the G!😊
@@wuchengranschiiet9992 Not as good as the G
G wag on top
12:40 it's the other way around here in Germany. I drive a nicely gondwana stone satin (ppf) full black packed Defender and everyone is turning their head. The Defender in general is really rare over here - you see a well specced one maybe once a month. But you see a dozen G-Wagons every day.
Nice to see the Durham Dales (M2 review) and now the North York Moors featuring in your videos Sam. It’s brilliant up here in the North East 👍🏻
Beautiful video and some stunning backdrops. Great work and a fab (if unintended) advert for Yorkshire!
Amazing camera work mate!
Which one is more reliable the G wagon or defender.
10:46 Are "after market" those "air vents" on the bonnet on the Defender V8?. Also very strange to see small touch-screen in the V8.
The g63 is really undistructable. Whistlindiesel proved it well.
Brilliant video as always sam BUT.....There's absolutely no way you just compared the monolithic and unbreakable off-roading land yacht legend that is the G wagon.... to a car thats trim pieces fall off just from being outside for too long, let alone off-roading. Iv seen so many new defenders with hanging off panels and irresponsive front and rear lights its actually not funny. These 2 cars just arent rivals and its weird that you thought they could be.
I concur! I’d buy a Defender in a heartbeat, but I’d never buy a G-Wagon. …basically for the exact reason stated in this video!
I take the Defender any day!! Great content as always!
Excellent video regarding video quality and commentary made about both cars! However, I recently rented a p300 base model Defender and noticed that the car was 'floaty' and not sitting on the floor when driving on highway with big turns. Would that just be an issue with the base model defender or is it the same for higher specs defender like the p400 and V8 editions as well? Thanks !
Before I watching this I will always go for that defender 😍
From the beginning you could already hear the bias. Cool review but I wonder if you could have one where you genuinely tested the vehicles on their merits and less on your bias against the one. Maybe if you reviewed each car alone without the link we'd get something smooth. But hella hilarious watching. Loved it
This was a twin test that I've been waiting to see!! .. 'Give me a brick wall and I'll drive through it!' ... Loved the test and your energy and enthusiasm, Sam!! .. Keep up the great work!!👍🙂
My mistake, I thought he was a gurning buffoon.
I have a defender and I love it and I think it's way better looking the the G-wagon but there's something I love about the G-wagon
Love my new Defender! So far she performs great on and off road/construction sites here in Florida…It is definitely a house on wheels😎
Would you recommend Defender Octa over the new G63 AMG?
I think the point was missed here. The G wagon is more of a dedicated offroader, it's not meant for backroad blasts on twisty country lanes. With it's body on frame construction, three locking diffs, it's the one that is better suited for off road trails and muddy terrain. It does lose some of that in the G63 version, but the DNA is still there. No it's not going to be doing that, but neither are you going to be diving with your Rolex Submariner either
Apart from in Dubai, hardly any owner takes their G-Wagon off-road. In terms of off-road capability, Land Rover cars are the best.
Can you send me that image of the G wagon in the beginning of the video..i tlooks so dope.. or tell me from where yu got pls
First thing I noticed is the road noise in the Defender. It is a lot louder inside than the G wagon.
Out of the two, I would (and did) pick the Wrangler 392
WOW, sorry I’ve driven all three, That Jeep’s quality is WAAY below both of them, Defender with V8 for similar pricing better……
Personally would go for the defender or the new XM
My brother swapped his g400d for the new XM and what a difference 😍
Haven’t driven the v8 defender but I think my P400 defender is more than enough
XM 😂😂😂😂😂😂 not even the same level on a g wagon
@@Nnn30055g wagons are trash you are right
@@-LK34- bmw fan boy
@@Nnn30055 Mercedes’ are shit
@ssh3005 ah yes, the BMW Xm that has a higher starting price than the g wagon 'Is not on the same level as a g wagon' makes sense.
You are getting it wrong Sam, and all those who own one to be seen in it.
The G-class is not GOOD to drive, but it is COOL to drive and it is not the performance but the feeling.
... and no the Defender is not really a competition. G-class has no direct rivals G-glass is in its' own class
I feel you, but Panamera is life 😍
If only I had one. I'll stick to my ford focus 😭
Personally I think it’s too heavy feeling
Gotta be a G-wagon Sam. LR/RR will always have problems. Electrics usually. My cousin rewired his old V8 defender with his own wiring loom, no more problems!! He stopped issues from his garage yet they couldn't in a mahoosive factory !
Is your cousin an engineer or something?
@@bohlalenchabeleng1370 When he was in the military he used to strip down, fix, then rebuild Challenger tanks. Now he does I.T. maintaining business networks.
This test isn't fair. You have compare standard g63 to urban something defender which I see has different suspension and maybe even distances which make ride completely different to standard defender v8. You should take brabus g63 and then compare it.
Love you're videos keep it coming Sam Want to see you're Porsche GT3 back on the channel soon.
Both are my favourite want both infront of my house, in same colour. Can you provide a picture of both together. Please !!! I can't find it anywhere on internet
The G400 diesel is the coolest G Wagon. But even that one being the cheapest in the lineup is like twice the price of a Defender with an equivalent engine
I currently have a 2020 Lexus GX 460 Just ordered a 2024 Defender I had to order it because I had a few things added. I wish I could have picked red leather seating like I have in my GX But Land Rover does offer that color option. If anyone has had both a Lexus GX and Defender can you tell me which one you prefer. Thanks
Epic Sam!! You need to shout out more matey... You deserve way more followers!
Love your content
Incredibly uncool video... i loved it. Especially the fact that you clearly hate everything about the G-Wagon but can't help trying to love it for the sake of mass opinion. Loving the Defender but talking about a half priced Jag F-PACE... and borrowing these expensive vehicles from the showroom and naming the place but then basically calling the vehicles rubbish. And that cheers with the coffee but not taking a sip. Brilliant stuff. I feel like i just watched an ex choirboy let loose.
Thank you for your insights about both vehicles. Everybody has their own take and their own preferences. I appreciate the comparison of them on-road, which is what most people will be doing the vast majority of the time. But I think you missed a very big point of the G-wagon, and that is its off-road ability and durability. That soft suspension that makes it not so great going down twisty roads, makes it excel off-road, which wasn't tested. I think if you would take them both off-road in various conditions for a few hours, you would have realized where the G-Wagon really shines. The new Defender is beautiful and I'm sure does handle better on the road, but that's the problem, for somebody like me who does take their vehicles off road and overlanding, the defender wouldn't cut it. Sadly, the basis for its coolness factor, as a great off-roader, doesn't apply so much anymore. Whereas the G wagon's still 100% does.
i have never seen anyone take the G63 overlanding
Put some KO2’s on a defender you’ll be impressed
These aren't made to do extreme offroading. They both do the job with ease. Range rover is just better at comfort.
I will choose that defender all day!! Such a beautiful machine!
There’s something special about a G-Wagon. You just cannot compare them to anything else in my opinion!
Thank you
.same thing I am saying but every one here wants to suck up to Sam so he can click the like button on their comments
Not a fan of either but the Defender would have the edge if I was.
Awesome video, love this kind of content… keep it coming!
the video is shit. So is this channel
G wagon is an ego purchase usually from someone who actually hasn’t one clue about driving at all . There shocking to drive , massively expensive & built quality isn’t fantastic either .
Ohh the new Defender, what a disappointment ( aesthetics wise )
The old ones were SO iconic, why would you get rid of that to make a wannabe Rangerover..
Surprised the older models haven't sky-rocketed in price.
I drove a g wagon 4x4 conversion on my channel awhile back as well as a brabus 4x4 and a 'regular' g63 off camera. They're incredible machines for off roading but aren't all that great as a daily imo. It's literally a military truck with a modern mercedes reskin and luxury interior. You could make teh interior rolls royce level but you can't change the fact that it still is a heavy duty truck unless you completely redesign the chassis and suspension as a unibody luxury SUV, not to mention it has the aerodynamics of a cinderblock and will never be as useable or as comfortable as a GLE. Those are the same reasons why the jeep wrangler will never be as comfortable as a grand cherokee, a defender will never be as comfortable as a RR sport, and a bronco will never be as comfortable as a ford explorer.
I will take the G wagon AMG. It turns heads like no other and it just looks and feels beautiful.
G Wagons are the Ultimate Mall Crawlers
Hi Sam, great video. Are you able to please share the name of the piece of music playing between 3:01 and 3:35? It’s awesome and I’d love to follow the artist. Thanks! 🙏🏼
The G wagon is an idiotic vehicle that’s extremely overpriced…..but I’d still have one
I sold my 22 plate f pace svr and have been regretting it ever since. The main reason being that I can’t find anything anyway near as food for the price. I’m looking at a G63 but they are so expensive to run. Then I’m looking at cayenne but it doesn’t have the character. Then a 911 is tempting but hard to put the kids in. If you’re reading this and wondering what’s the best car to put your family in, but have old school genuine petrol head fun in too, then the F Pace SVR should be top of your list.
What a beautiful review, thoroughly enjoyed it.
Can I ask, insurance-wise how are you able to drive these cars ? Is there a type of insurance you have or is it covered under the garage/showroom policy ?
Not to be insensitive, but the Gwagon is the car for everyone just not the car for everyone's pockets is what I think he meant to say.
I have owned a 2015 Brabus G63 and now a current model 400d, and I think that the Alexander guy sums it up when he talks about personality. Most new cars are pretty damned good these days, but very few actually talk to you. I owned a 2022 911GTS and couldn’t fault it…it was amazing….but it was, well, dull! Sometimes a car that’s flawed but has personality will outscore something that’s perfect.
I know this is completely off subject. BUT, Who makes that green jacket?
There’s no comparison about the 2 cars. I love the defender, I m even in love with the defender however the g wagon is by far no comparison with the defender.
Another fantastic video. You are great at this. Thank you
Looks, Style, Kudos. Land Rover Defender every time IMHO. .👍👍
How do these compare to the INEOS Grenadier?
everyone can afford buying defender, only rich can drive G-wagen
Straight up, the G-Wagon is for show offs, and is engineered and priced accordingly.
And the best off roader.
Downside of defender: build quality, noise isolation, speaker
The G wagon has such a military look to it that I love
If you can afford the G wagon ,you buy the G wagon , the G500 makes more sense to compare but , the G wagon is a statement ,the Defender V8 is a wannabe.
A wannabe that manages to look better
@@ethanahmed08can't beat a g wagon and you know it😂
@@martingallagher4979 I think we both know the defender wins in offroad capability, after all that's what these cars are meant for..
@@ethanahmed08 you buy a g wagon just for the fact its a g wagon off roading has nowt all to do with it and you know it
@martingallagher4979 u say has nowt to do with offroading when that's the heritage of the car 😂 So if you don't buy it for offroading u buy it for that shitty box design that hasn't changed in a decade 😂
mate I loved your description of what it was like driving a G wagon, cracked me up😂
Definitely not embarrassing to be in a G-Wagon where I live.
I see them around.
One house has about 4 of them!
& what’s your point ….
This has to be the most underrated automotive channel on TH-cam.
I really love the new Defender !!
What's the colour of g wagon??
The G-Wagon is more iconic and also less likely to break down than the any Land/Range Rover, it has to be the G-Wagon everytime.
Have you got the JD Power reliability results for these specific cars to back that up? Reliability has improved a tons for JLR cars
the g wagon beats it on and off road. and there really is no comparison although many say it’s “similar” at best
But when it comes to looks and offroad technology... the G Wagon isn't beating defender 😂
@@ethanahmed08 i don’t know anyone who would pick a defender over g wagon in looks. a G is more iconic and original. there’s no statement defender makes except that it’s $100k cheaper and worst in almost every way
@kaleonacapoy G is not original. Its just a box. Defender looks way meaner and has more of a design. Funny thing is I've seen hundreds of new defenders in my area the past few years but a g wagon is a rare sighting 🤔 guess the defender is the better choice if you have some taste
If only LR has half the reliability as the G Wag and as luxurious, other than that its no competition in terms of market value and road presence. LR reputation is so bad right now its not even worth it
They say Land Rovers not that great. My daughter owned one did not last her long too many mechanical problems. My dream car is a G wagon. Yes I saw a red one I fell in love ❤. I dream all the time of owning one. Never lose hope. I visualize it and smell the new car scent,the wonderful sensation inside it and driving it. 😍
Is that the defender 110 or 130
Some more technical comparison would have been appreciated, with the suspension layouts for example.
I will help you . The G-wagon drives like shit compared to Defender -Thank you
@@anthonytromp6265 Opposite off road.
Defender > G wagon
I think a much better comparison is the Range Rover SV special edition to the G Wagon. The clearance on the Range Rover is 13 inches versus 9.5 in for the G Wagon. The back seat of the SV more luxurious than the G wagon in my opinion. The Defender is a lower grade from the Range Rover SV. Price of one can be as high $365, 000
Great segway for the F-pace SVR
Gwagun doesn't have proximity sensor or request sensor door, no apple car play or Android auto, no ventilated seats, no heads up display, no wireless phone charger, no sun roof, this are few of the features that the G wagun doesn't have. Why does it cost more than twice the price of the defender. Defender has tons of features and also similarly capable.
wow, that defender looks so much better side by side to the g wagon... and in the US you definitely see a lot more g wagons on the street (usually used) than defenders
Sam, ditch the vision of a G63 and think of a green over tan G400 with clear glass and slightly smaller silver wheels.
Look at it This Way, You may need to buy 2 defenders for the price of G waggon. Because the defender will always break down that way you've got a spare.
Sam - your videos are the best by any auto TH-camr - it’s not because you’re most technically sound or drive the best, but because you come across as the best human, relatable, down to earth, humorous. Excellent overall rounded package. Good Luck. Oh and btw - I completely disagree with you on this one. G63 will blow the Defender or nothing else away. There’s nothing like it on the road. When all everyone cares about is being politically correct the G63 doesn’t care about popular opinions and delivers the best unapologetic driving experience imho.
Small screen on v8 Def?? How it could be?
One thing to note about Mercedes AMG vs the Defender is, Mercedes will boost the sound of the exhaust through the speakers while that is not the case with the defender. If you stand behind booth of them, I think the defender has a better sound. And you get true interior sound of your revs in the defender vs Mercedes. Although the Mercedes is really nice, I just can’t justify paying $250k for a vehicle when I can get something just as nice or close for $130k less.
If you have to justify paying more, your not the target customer
Great video Sam, thanks for the upload. I love both to be honest, but I think I would stick with the G-Wagon purely for the looks and wow factor.
A bit off topic here, I like the over shirt jacket you are wearing, could you let us know brand&model? Ta!
I have seen many accident videos. Many celebrities were gravely injured to dead in small to big crashes in g wagons. While defender always saves peaple. One incident where a guy totally totalled his car in an accident ( not by his mistake) he went to the showroom following week to book another defender.
One of the main reasons g wagon owners noticed where the boat like handling. It is really badly tuned to control body roll and handle all the power.