Land Rover Defender

When was the Land Rover Defender launched?

The BS6 Phase 2-updated Defender was launched in India on 18 April, 2023.

What variants does the Land Rover Defender get?

The Land Rover Defender SUV broadly gets three trim levels – 90, 110, and 130 and further gets many variants, including Standard, S, SE, HSE, X-Dynamic S, X-Dynamic SE, H-Dynamic HSE, First Edition, X, and Carpathian.

What features are available in the Land Rover Defender?

Exterior:

On the outside, the Defender gets equipment like square-shaped matrix LED headlamps, smoked taillights, 20-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, and a full-sized spare wheel.

Interior:

The cabin of the Defender is equipped with a range of features, including an 11.4-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen infotainment system, which supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, as well as a Heads-Up Display (HUD). Additionally, it includes a surround-view camera, a music system sourced from Meridian, four-zone climate control, leather upholstery, a centre console with an armrest, and 14-way electrically adjustable front seats with memory, heating, and cooling functions.

What are the powertrain details and specifications of the Land Rover Defender?

Under the hood, the BS6 2-updated Land Rover Defender is powered by three petrol and one diesel engine options. The 3.0-litre oil burner churns out 296bhp and 650Nm of peak torque. Meanwhile, the 2.0-litre and 3.0-litre petrol engines produce 296bhp and 400Nm of torque, and 394bhp and 550Nm of torque, respectively. Moreover, the newly introduced variants are powered by a 5.0-litre V8 petrol engine producing 625Nm of torque. The transmission duties are handled by a common eight-speed automatic unit that delivers power to all four wheels through the AWD system.

Is the Land Rover Defender a safe car?

The Land Rover Defender has been awarded a five-star safety rating in the EURO NCAP crash test.

What are the rivals to the Land Rover Defender?

The Land Rover Defender competes against the BMW X7, Audi Q7, Mercedes GLS, and Volvo XC90 in India.