Land Rover Defender: price, body styles, engines and fuel economy

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The Land Rover Defender is a rugged off-road SUV sold in three body lengths: the two-door 90, four-door 110 and eight-seat 130. US starting prices run from $61,000 for the Defender 90 to $169,200 for the 626-hp OCTA Black. Six-cylinder and V8 engines are offered, towing reaches 8,200 lbs, and EPA ratings span 16–20 mpg combined.

Type
Off-road SUV; 90 (two-door), 110 and 130 (four-door), up to eight seats
Price (MSRP)
$61,000–$169,200 (2027 MY) · Starting MSRPs on Land Rover USA's Defender 90, 110, 130 and OCTA models pages (pricing effective April 1, 2026; model year not stated), excluding destination. Low = Defender 90; high = Defender OCTA Black. The page’s build-and-price links reference the 2027 model year.[1][2][3][4]
Powertrains
Defender P300 (2026, 2.0L four), Defender P400, Defender V8 (P525), Defender OCTA · 296–626 hp
Towing
up to 8,200 lb (Maximum with a braked trailer for 6- and 8-cylinder models, per Land Rover USA; the electric winch option pulls up to 10,000 lbs.)[11]
Current generation
Current generation, 2020–present (US)

2027 Land Rover Defender price and trims

The current Defender reached U.S. retailers as a 2020 model (the 110 from $49,900 at launch). For 2027, Land Rover added the Vertex trim and replaced the 2.0-liter four-cylinder P300 with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder P300, so every 90, 110 and 130 now has a six; the OCTA keeps its twin-turbo V8.[21][22][23][24][25][26][27][28][29]

Land Rover Defender trims with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2027)Powertrain
Defender 90 S$61,000excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP300 3.0L inline-6 (346 lb-ft)[21][26]
Defender 110 S$65,000excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP300 3.0L inline-6 (346 lb-ft)[22][26]
Defender 130 S$74,000excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP300 3.0L inline-6 (346 lb-ft)[23][25][26]
Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE$74,400excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP400 3.0L mild-hybrid inline-6, 395 hp[22][30]
Defender 130 X-Dynamic SE$83,600excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP400 3.0L mild-hybrid inline-6, 395 hp[23][25]
Defender 130 Outbound$86,400excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP400 3.0L mild-hybrid inline-6, 395 hp[23][25]
Defender 110 Trophy Edition$87,400excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP400 3.0L mild-hybrid inline-6, 395 hp[22][26]
Defender 90 Vertex$88,500excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP400 3.0L mild-hybrid inline-6, 395 hp[21][26]
Defender 110 X$96,000excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP400 3.0L mild-hybrid inline-6, 395 hp[22][30]
Defender 110 Vertex$96,000excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP400 3.0L mild-hybrid inline-6, 395 hp[22][26]
Defender 130 Vertex$105,000excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP400 3.0L mild-hybrid inline-6, 395 hp[23][26]
Defender OCTA$158,800excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP635 4.4L twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8, 626 hp, 553 lb-ft[24][31][30][26]
Defender OCTA Black$169,200excl. $1,950 destination/handling (landroverusa.com base MSRP, effective April 1, 2026); 2027 model yearP635 4.4L twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8, 626 hp, 553 lb-ft[24][31][26]

Every Defender trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Land Rover Defender engines, horsepower and mpg

EPA figures shown are for the 2026 Defender 110. Land Rover is replacing the 2.0L four-cylinder P300 with a 3.0L six-cylinder P300 (346 lb-ft) as part of its July 2026 update; EPA rates the 2027 Defender 110 P300 at 17/21/19 mpg. The 5.0L V8 appears in EPA's 2026 listings but not its 2027 listings so far. Output figures for P300 and V8 are from Land Rover's 2022 model-year US release.

Land Rover Defender powertrains with Land Rover-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
Defender P300 (2026, 2.0L four)2.0L turbocharged inline-4 (Ingenium)[5][6]2962958-speed automaticFour-wheel drive18/22/202026 MY[6]
Defender P4003.0L turbocharged inline-6 mild hybrid (Ingenium)[7][8][9]3954068-speed automaticFour-wheel drive18/22/202026 MY[9]
Defender V8 (P525)5.0L supercharged V8[5][10]5184618-speed automaticFour-wheel drive14/18/162026 MY[10]
Defender OCTAOCTA, OCTA Black4.4L twin-turbo V8 mild hybrid[11][12][13]6265538-speed automaticFour-wheel drive15/19/172026 MY[13]

Output is as rated by Land Rover; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

Defender 90 vs 110 vs 130

All three share the same platform and engines; the difference is length, doors, seats and cargo space.[17][11][18][1][2][3][19][9][20]

Defender 90 vs 110 vs 130
Defender 90Defender 110Defender 130
Doors244
Seats (up to)578
Max cargo (cu ft)58.378.889
Starting MSRP$61,000$65,000$74,000
Max towing (lbs)8,2008,2008,200
EPA combined, P400 (2026)20 mpg20 mpg18 mpg
  • The 90 is the shortest and cheapest but seats only five.
  • The 110 seats up to seven and holds up to 78.8 cu ft.
  • The 130 adds a third row for up to eight but loses about 2 mpg combined with the P400.

What makes the modern Defender different

The current Defender is a unibody design on Land Rover's aluminum D7x platform, which Land Rover says is three times more rigid than traditional body-on-frame designs. It pairs fully independent suspension with a two-speed transfer box and permanent four-wheel drive.

It was also the first Land Rover with Configurable Terrain Response, which lets drivers fine-tune off-road settings, and it receives software updates over the air.[14]

2027 updates

Land Rover's July 2026 update introduced the Defender Vertex and a new 3.0L six-cylinder P300 that replaces the 2.0L four. EPA lists 2027 Defender 90 and 110 versions as P300 and P400 mild hybrids plus the OCTA.[15][16]

Land Rover Defender generations by year

Every US Land Rover Defender generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
Current generation2020–present (US)2.0L turbo I4, 3.0L mild-hybrid I6, 5.0L supercharged V8 (from 2022), 4.4L twin-turbo V8 in OCTAUS deliveries of the 2020 Defender 110 began June 1, 2020 at $49,900 on the all-aluminum D7x platform. The V8 and more Defender 90 trims arrived for 2022, the eight-seat Defender 130 in 2022, and the 626-hp OCTA later.[14][5][8][12]

Land Rover Defender problems and recalls

The new Defender's documented problems are safety recalls: 18 vehicle campaigns in NHTSA's recall data name it since its 2020 US return. The largest cover a corroding driver air bag connector on 2020–2026 models (26V389), the mild-hybrid DC-DC converter (26V248) and seat belt locking retractors (21V668). All are fixed free by Land Rover retailers.

Documented Land Rover Defender issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
Driver air bag clockspring connector may corrode (recall 26V389)[32]New Defender (2020–present)2020–2026Recall 26V389
DC-DC converter overload can cut 12-volt charging and drive power (recall 26V248)[33]New Defender (2020–present)2020–2024Recall 26V248
DC-DC converter can stop working at start-up (recall 26V599)[34][33]New Defender (2020–present)2020–2024Recall 26V599
Seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early (recall 21V668)[35]New Defender (2020–present)2020–2022 (as listed in the recall)Recall 21V668
Touchscreen may go blank and hide the rearview camera (recall 25V016)[36]New Defender (2020–present)2023–2024Recall 25V016
Engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked (recall 23V044)[37]New Defender (2020–present)2020–2023Recall 23V044
Front seat belt pretensioners may be damaged (recall 22V523)[38]New Defender (2020–present)2022–2023Recall 22V523
Owner's manual wrongly lists third-row LATCH anchors (recall 21V584)[39]New Defender (2020–present)2020–2021Recall 21V584

All 9 documented Defender issues and 9 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a Land Rover Defender?

US starting prices are $61,000 for the Defender 90, $65,000 for the 110 and $74,000 for the 130, before destination; the OCTA starts at $158,800.

What is the difference between Defender 90, 110 and 130?

Length and seating: the 90 has two doors and up to five seats, the 110 four doors and up to seven, and the 130 four doors and up to eight.

What is the Defender OCTA?

The high-performance Defender, with a 626-hp, 553 lb-ft 4.4L twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8 and 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds, priced from $158,800.

How much can a Defender tow?

Up to 8,200 lbs with a braked trailer for six- and eight-cylinder models, per Land Rover USA.

When did the new Defender come to the US?

US deliveries of the current Defender 110 began June 1, 2020, priced from $49,900 at the time.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Land Rover for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. Defender 90 models and specifications (US starting prices) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  2. Defender 110 models and specifications (US starting prices, effective April 1, 2026) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  3. Defender 130 models and specifications (US starting prices) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  4. Defender OCTA models and specifications (US starting prices) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  5. Land Rover reveals new Defender V8 for 2022, incl. US MSRPs (Feb 2021) — JLR Media Newsroom (media.jlr.com)
  6. 2026 Land Rover Defender 110, Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE, fueleconomy.gov
  7. Defender Sedona Red, 2026 Defender 90 P400 (May 2026) — JLR Media Newsroom (media.jlr.com)
  8. Introducing the new Land Rover Defender 130 (May 2022) — JLR Media Newsroom (media.jlr.com)
  9. 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 MHEV, Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg — U.S. EPA / DOE, fueleconomy.gov
  10. 2026 Land Rover Defender 110, Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg — U.S. EPA / DOE, fueleconomy.gov
  11. Defender 110 overview page (power, towing, cargo, Octa figures) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  12. Defender OCTA overview page (power, 0-60) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  13. 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 MHEV, Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo — U.S. EPA / DOE, fueleconomy.gov
  14. Land Rover begins first US deliveries of new 2020 Defender (Jun 2020) — JLR Media Newsroom (media.jlr.com)
  15. New Defender Vertex leads design and accessory update (Jul 2026) — JLR Media Newsroom (media.jlr.com)
  16. 2027 Land Rover Defender 110 P300 MHEV, Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg — U.S. EPA / DOE, fueleconomy.gov
  17. Defender 90 overview page (power, towing, cargo) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  18. Defender 130 overview page (power, towing, seats, cargo) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  19. 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 MHEV, Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg — U.S. EPA / DOE, fueleconomy.gov
  20. 2026 Land Rover Defender 130 P400 MHEV, Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg — U.S. EPA / DOE, fueleconomy.gov
  21. Defender 90 Models and Specifications — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  22. Defender 110 Models and Specifications — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  23. Defender 130 Models and Specifications — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  24. Defender OCTA Models and Specifications — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  25. Defender overview: 90, 110, 130 and OCTA — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  26. Tough Luxury: New Defender Vertex Leads Design and Accessory Update (Jul 2026) — JLR Media Newsroom, U.S. (media.jlr.com)
  27. Land Rover Begins First U.S. Deliveries of New 2020 Defender (Jun 2020) — JLR Media Newsroom, U.S. (media.jlr.com)
  28. Land Rover models listed for the 2020 model year — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  29. Land Rover models listed for the 2027 model year — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  30. Defender 110 overview: performance — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  31. Defender OCTA overview (27MY) — Land Rover USA (landroverusa.com)
  32. Recall 26V389: Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  33. Recall 26V248: Loss of Drive Power from DC-DC Converter Failure — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  34. Recall 26V599: Loss of Drive Power from DC-DC Converter Failure — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  35. Recall 21V668: Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor Malfunction — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  36. Recall 25V016: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  37. Recall 23V044: Engine Cam Carrier May Leak Oil — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  38. Recall 22V523: Seat Belt Pretensioners May Not Restrain Properly — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  39. Recall 21V584: Incorrect Child Restraint Information/FMVSS 225 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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