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    Land Rover Defender Review, For Sale, Colours, Interior & Models in Australia

    The Land Rover Defender is arguably as much of a British icon as the Queen herself, and the storied model has been around almost as long as her majesty, having first been introduced in Series designation way back in 1948.

    Over the years the Defender has evolved. And in its most recent iteration, the Defender line moved from an Army-derived utility vehicle to a high-tech retro-futuristic off-road SUV, one that divided the opinions of brand loyalists and saw it move upmarket in leaps and bounds.

    The Land Rover Defender line-up currently starts at $92,626 for the Defender 90 D250 S (183KW) and ranges through to $317,592 for the range-topping Defender 110 P635 Octa ED ONE (467KW) model.

    This vehicle is also known as Land Rover 90, Ninety, 110, One Ten, 127 (1983–90), 130.

    Land Rover Defender Reviews

    Land Rover Defender 2025 review: 130 P500 V8
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    Land Rover Defender 2025 review: 130 P500 V8

    By M.arcus Craft - 16 Jan 2025 4.0
    Land Rover Defender 2023 review: 110 P400 75th Anniversary - off-road test
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    Land Rover Defender 2023 review: 110 P400 75th Anniversary - off-road test

    By M.arcus Craft - 1 Jul 2023 4.0
    Land Rover Defender 2023 review: 110 V8
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    Land Rover Defender 2023 review: 110 V8

    By J.ames Cleary - 14 Nov 2022 4.5
    Land Rover Defender 2022 review: 110 X P400
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    Land Rover Defender 2022 review: 110 X P400

    By E.mily Agar - 22 May 2022 4.5
    Land Rover Defender 90 2022 review: S - off-road test
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    Land Rover Defender 90 2022 review: S - off-road test

    By M.arcus Craft - 20 Apr 2022 4.0
    Land Rover Defender 90 2022 review
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    Land Rover Defender 90 2022 review

    By B.yron Mathioudakis - 5 Aug 2021 4.0
    2022 Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 GX vs Nissan Patrol Ti-L vs Land Rover Defender 110 D250 comparison review: On road, off-road, and towing!
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    2022 Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 GX vs Nissan Patrol Ti-L vs Land Rover Defender 110 D250 comparison review: On road, off-road, and towing!

    By M.att Campbell - 26 Dec 2021
    Land Rover Defender 2021 review: 110 P400 SE
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    Land Rover Defender 2021 review: 110 P400 SE

    By N.edahl Stelio - 28 Nov 2020
    Land Rover Defender 110 2021 review: off-road test
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    Land Rover Defender 110 2021 review: off-road test

    By M.arcus Craft - 28 Aug 2020 4.0
    Land Rover Defender 110 P400 2021 review: snapshot
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    Land Rover Defender 110 P400 2021 review: snapshot

    By M.arcus Craft - 28 Aug 2020 4.0
    Land Rover Defender 110 D200 2021 review: snapshot
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    Land Rover Defender 110 D200 2021 review: snapshot

    By M.arcus Craft - 28 Aug 2020 4.0
    Land Rover Defender 110 D240 2021 review: snapshot
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    Land Rover Defender 110 D240 2021 review: snapshot

    By M.arcus Craft - 28 Aug 2020 4.0
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    Land Rover Defender News

    Forget Chinese brands like MG, BYD and Chery! These non-Chinese carmakers are having a sales hot streak in Australia in 2025

    Forget Chinese brands like MG, BYD and Chery! These non-Chinese carmakers are having a sales hot streak in Australia in 2025

    By T.im Nicholson - 25 Apr 2025
    The 2025 Kia Tasman ute is so ugly it's beautiful and like the Porsche 911, Jaguar E-Type and Land Rover Defender that could help make it an icon | Opinion

    The 2025 Kia Tasman ute is so ugly it's beautiful and like the Porsche 911, Jaguar E-Type and Land Rover Defender that could help make it an icon | Opinion

    By L.aura Berry - 6 Apr 2025
    Land Rover Defender V8 beats Ineos Grenadier to the punch... for $370,000! Works Bespoke program restoring Defenders with modern features and extensive customisation

    Land Rover Defender V8 beats Ineos Grenadier to the punch... for $370,000! Works Bespoke program restoring Defenders with modern features and extensive customisation

    By J.ohn Law - 29 Aug 2024
    Watch out Toyota LandCruiser 300 and Ford Ranger Raptor: Land Rover Defender muscles up to leave tough 4WDs such as the Toyota Prado 250, Nissan Patrol and GWM Tank 500 in its dust

    Watch out Toyota LandCruiser 300 and Ford Ranger Raptor: Land Rover Defender muscles up to leave tough 4WDs such as the Toyota Prado 250, Nissan Patrol and GWM Tank 500 in its dust

    By D.om Tripolone - 4 Jul 2024
    England's pricey answer to the Suzuki Jimny? Baby electric version of Land Rover Defender coming by 2027 - report

    England's pricey answer to the Suzuki Jimny? Baby electric version of Land Rover Defender coming by 2027 - report

    By C.hris Thompson - 8 Aug 2023
    2024 Lexus GX or Land Rover Defender? The luxury 4WD market is about to heat up, but which should you pick? | Opinion

    2024 Lexus GX or Land Rover Defender? The luxury 4WD market is about to heat up, but which should you pick? | Opinion

    By M.arcus Craft - 6 Aug 2023
    Defenders assemble! 2023 Land Rover Defender takes aim at Toyota LC300 and Lexus LX with new V8-powered flagship, extra-lux Outbound variant and plug-in hybrid option

    Defenders assemble! 2023 Land Rover Defender takes aim at Toyota LC300 and Lexus LX with new V8-powered flagship, extra-lux Outbound variant and plug-in hybrid option

    By T.ung Nguyen - 26 Apr 2023
    Toyota Prado from Prada anyone? Suave 2024 Lexus GX Hybrid Max with LandCruiser 300 Series genes looms for Australia as replacement for unloved RX L seven-seater

    Toyota Prado from Prada anyone? Suave 2024 Lexus GX Hybrid Max with LandCruiser 300 Series genes looms for Australia as replacement for unloved RX L seven-seater

    By B.yron Mathioudakis - 11 Feb 2023
    2023 GWM Tank 700 revealed in production guise - but is this Toyota Prado, Ford Everest rival what you expected?

    2023 GWM Tank 700 revealed in production guise - but is this Toyota Prado, Ford Everest rival what you expected?

    By T.om White - 13 Jan 2023
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    Land Rover Defender Models Price and Specs

    The price range for the Land Rover Defender varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $92,626 and going to $317,592 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

    Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
    2025 SUV 3.0L, Diesel, 8 SP AUTO $92,626 $317,592
    2024 SUV 2.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $83,710 $342,100
    2023 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $77,220 $257,510
    2022 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $76,340 $244,420
    2021 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO $61,050 $242,000
    See All Land Rover Defender Pricing and Specs

    Land Rover Defender Colours

    The Land Rover Defender is available in a variety of colours ranging from Fuji White (solid) to Pangea Green, Sedona Red, Gondwana Stone and Santorini Black (all metallic), to Carpathian Grey (premium metallic).

    • Fuji White
    • Pangea Green
    • Sedona Red
    • Gondwana Stone
    • Santorini Black
    • Carpathian Grey
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

    Land Rover Defender Interior

    At a minimum, a Defender's interior will feature textile trim and fabric seats. Higher-spec Defenders get Windsor leather.

    Land Rover Defender Interior

    Land Rover Defender Accessories

    At a minimum, a Defender's standard features will include 19-inch wheels, LED headlights, Resist and Resolve seats, 3D surround camera, adaptive dynamics and more.

    Land Rover Defender Accessories

    Land Rover Defender Q&As

    Check out real-world situations relating to the Land Rover Defender here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

    • Land Rover Discovery 1 - Is the first Discovery becoming a classic?

      Indeed it will so get in quick.

      With its mix of classic Range Rover and a Rover Group parts-bin bits, Morris Marina door handles, Austin Montego van tail-lights and Buick’s ancient alloy V8 all part of the mix, this thing is pre-BMW/post-BMC era British engineering genius.

      Also, the original Disco is cool, with its lovely two-door wagon body, stepped roof with skylights and airy, inviting cabin offering minimalist, attractive design. And please don't forget the Land Rover's formidable 4x4 capabilities.

      All-in-all, a '90s classic worth collecting. Land Rover doesn't make 'em like this any more.

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    • Toyota Land Cruiser vs Land Rover Defender

      Both are perfect for what you want to do. The LandCruiser has a well-proven record, but it’s heavy and can be costly to run. The Defender, while also a proven off-roader, is more expensive the service and repair and there aren’t Land Rover dealers everywhere, like there are Toyota dealers.

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    Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. Carsguide is not liable for the accuracy of any information provided in the answers.

    Land Rover Defender Seats

    Seats in the Land Rover Defender line-up range from five or six (with a front jump seat) in the 90 Series through to seven- or eight-seat configurations in the 130 Series.

    Seat configurations in the Land Rover Defender line-up range from two-three (in a five-seater) or three-three (in a five-seater, with a front jump seat) in the 90 Series through to seven- or eight-seat configurations (two-two-three and two-three-three, respectively) in the 130 Series.

    Materials include Land Rover's Resist trim, and Windsor leather.

    Land Rover Defender Seats

    Land Rover Defender Wheel Size

    The Land Rover Defender has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 255x65 R19 1 for SUV in 2025.

    Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
    2025 SUV 255x65 R19 1 — 255x65 R19 1 —
    2024 SUV 255x65 R19 1 — 255x65 R19 1 —
    2023 SUV 255x70 R18 — 255x70 R18 —
    2022 SUV 255x70 R18 — 255x70 R18 —
    2021 SUV 255x70 R18 — 255x70 R18 —
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Land Rover Defender Wheel Sizes

    Land Rover Defender Towing Capacity

    The Land Rover Defender has maximum towing capacity of 3500kg for the latest model available.

    Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
    2025 SUV 3000kg 3500kg
    2024 SUV 3000kg 3500kg
    2023 SUV 3000kg 3500kg
    2022 SUV 3000kg 3500kg
    2021 SUV 3000kg 3500kg
    See All Towing Capacity for Land Rover Defender

    Land Rover Defender VS the competition

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    Land Rover Defender Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Land Rover Defender SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

    Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
    2025 SUV 1974x2008x4323 mm 225 mm
    2024 SUV 1974x2008x4323 mm 225 mm
    2023 SUV 1974x2008x4323 mm 225 mm
    2022 SUV 1974x2008x4323 mm 225 mm
    2021 SUV 1974x2008x4323 mm 225 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Land Rover Defender Dimensions

    Land Rover Defender Engine

    Engine choices in the Land Rover Defender line-up range from a diesel mild hybrid engine, producing 183kW, through to a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 petrol engine, producing 368kW.

    Land Rover Defender Engine

    Land Rover Defender Fuel Consumption

    The Land Rover Defender is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Hyb/PULP, Diesel, PULP and — fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 3.4L/100km for SUV /Hyb/PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.

    Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
    2025 SUV 3.4L/100km 2.0L Hyb/PULP 8 SP AUTO
    2025 SUV 7.9L/100km 3.0L Diesel 8 SP AUTO
    2025 SUV 9.9L/100km 3.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
    2024 SUV 7.9L/100km 3.0L Diesel 8 SP AUTO
    2024 SUV 10.1L/100km 2.0L — 8 SP AUTO
    2023 SUV 7.9L/100km 3.0L Diesel 8 SP AUTO
    2023 SUV 10.1L/100km 2.0L — 8 SP AUTO
    2023 SUV 10.1L/100km 2.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
    2022 SUV 7.9L/100km 3.0L Diesel 8 SP AUTO
    2022 SUV 9.9L/100km 3.0L — 8 SP AUTO
    2022 SUV 10.1L/100km 2.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
    2021 SUV 7.9L/100km 3.0L Diesel 8 SP AUTO
    2021 SUV 9.9L/100km 3.0L — 8 SP AUTO
    2021 SUV 10.1L/100km 2.0L PULP 8 SP AUTO
    * Combined fuel consumption See All Land Rover Defender Pricing and Specs for 2025

    Land Rover Defender Boot Space

    A Defender's boot space is a claimed 397 litres, even in the Defender 90.

    Land Rover Defender Boot space

    Land Rover Defender Speed

    The Land Rover Defender is capable of doing the 0-100km/h sprint between a claimed 5.7 seconds (Defender 130 P500 V8) and 8 seconds (Defender 90 D250 diesel mild hybrid).

    Land Rover Defender Range

    The Land Rover Defender is available in numerous variants and body types, either fuelled by diesel or PULP.

    It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.9L/100km (diesel) through to 12.7L/100km (V8 petrol), so, going by those fuel-consumption figures, driving range in a Defender with a 90-litre fuel tank would be 1139km (diesel) and 708km (V8 petrol).