Head-to-head
LEGO Icons Land Rover Classic Defender 90 vs LEGO Icons Optimus Prime
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #10317
LEGO Icons Land Rover Classic Defender 90
Working steering, opening doors, removable roof panels, and the iconic Defender silhouette. The most British set in the Icons lineup.
Set #10302
LEGO Icons Optimus Prime
Robot mode. Truck mode. The Matrix of Leadership. The first LEGO set that actually transforms — and the only Transformer worth your shelf space.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Icons Land Rover Classic Defender 90 | LEGO Icons Optimus Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5WINS | 4/5 |
| Pieces | 2,336WINS | 1,508 |
| MSRP | $239.99 | $179.99WINS |
| Price per piece | $0.10WINS | $0.12 |
| Verdict | Must buy | Recommended |
| Best for | Land Rover enthusiasts, Icons vehicle collectors, and builders who want a working-features LEGO car. | Transformers fans and builders who want a set with genuine play value, not just display. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Icons Land Rover Classic Defender 90
Pros
- Movie-accurate Defender 90 silhouette in Icons-tier build quality
- Working steering wheel — front wheels turn when you turn the steering
- Opening doors, hood, and tailgate
- Removable roof panels for full interior access
- Detailed engine bay under the hood
Cons
- No included minifig (it's a car, not a vignette)
- Some intricate wiring routing visible if you display with the hood up
- Wheels don't articulate over a 360-degree range (front-wheels only)
LEGO Icons Optimus Prime
Pros
- Genuinely transforms between robot and truck modes — no parts swap
- Movie-accurate G1 design, not the Bayverse style
- Includes the Energon Axe, Ion Blaster, Energon Cubes, and Matrix of Leadership
- Best-looking Transformers LEGO set by a large margin (vs Bumblebee, Soundwave)
Cons
- Transformation requires patience — first time takes 15+ minutes
- Some joints loosen over multiple transformations
- The hands are clip-on accessories, not articulated fingers
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Comparison generated from our individual reviews. Pros, cons, and ratings come from full hands-on builds — see each review for the complete take.