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Land Rover Defender 90, Price, Specs & Review

Compare every Land Rover Defender 90 variant sold new in Australia. 7 variants, from $98,400 to $169,300 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the Land Rover Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 42 previous-generation variants (sold new until 2016), kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.

Data checked: specs 29 Oct 2026, price 29 Oct 2026

Land Rover Defender 90

From $98,400 RRP

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2026

Land Rover Defender 90

D250 · SUV · 3L Twin-turbo Diesel

Data checked: specs 28 Aug 2026, price 24 Jun 2026

4 recall notices on the federal register for this carSee the notices ↓

Diesel
Not rated by ANCAP
ANCAP's published record does not give this variant a rating.
183kW
~$15.39/100km est. running cost
5Seats
3,500kg Tow
~$104,980

Est. drive away (VIC)

From $98,400 RRP

RRP, before on-road costs

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Powertrain:PetrolDieselHybrid

Cost to own, est.

from $515/wk in VIC

Excludes insurance: No data for this car.

Made up of, per week

  • Repayment estimate$432 (≈$1,872/mo)
  • Fuel$44
  • Rego + CTP$18
  • Servicing$13
  • Tyres$8
  • InsuranceNo data

Assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. 15,000 km a year at $1.90/L diesel (the site default price). VIC rego + CTP. Estimate only, not a quote or an offer of credit.

Luxury car tax applies: the price is above the $80,809 standard threshold (ATO, FY2026-27).

~$104,980 drive away (est. VIC)From $98,400 RRP, excl. on-road costs. Estimate incl. VIC stamp duty, rego + CTP and est. dealer delivery. Confirm with the dealer.Stamp duty rates from State Revenue Office Victoria, current as of 29 October 2026. They change each financial year; confirm with the regulator before you sign.

Repayment estimate≈$432/wk(≈$1,872/mo)

$5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. No balloon. An estimate, not financial advice, a quote or an offer of credit.

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CarSorted Score

65/100

Good

Based on safety, value, performance, fuel economy, technology, reliability and practicality

Safety
67
Reliability
51
Technology
92
Fuel Economy
63
Value
61
Performance
63
Practicality
68

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Estimated running cost & resale value5-year modelled estimates

True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)

$5,976

per year to run

$128,279

total 5yr cost

$1.64

per kilometre

Where the 5-year total goes

Purchase$98,400
Fuel$12,005
Insurance$7,500
Servicing$3,500
Tyres$2,080
Rego$4,794

About $5,976/year to run, or $29,880 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.

* Estimates based on your parameters. Fuel: each car's official consumption figure at 15,600 km a year and $1.90/L diesel. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.

Depreciation Analysis

48%

retained after 5 years

$47,232

estimated 5yr value

-$51,168

total depreciation

Estimated value retention: Based on your inputs the Land Rover Defender 90 is estimated to retain 48% of its value after 5 years, worth approximately $47,232.

Depreciation estimates are modelled from typical retention curves for each vehicle type, not from recorded resale data for this specific car. Actual resale values may vary significantly based on condition, mileage, service history, market conditions, and other factors. This is not financial advice.

Warranty, servicing & roadside

Warranty

5 yr

Unlimited · 6yr rust

5yr capped servicing

$3,500

every 21,000km / 12mo

Roadside assist

5 yr

fixed term

Terms sourced from the manufacturer (official page), last checked 24 Jul 2026.

Warranty, servicing and roadside terms are as published by the manufacturer and can change or have conditions. Confirm current terms with the manufacturer or a dealer before purchase.

Servicing

Interval

12 months / 21,000 km

whichever comes first

First service due

No data

Capped-price servicing

Yes

Scheduled cost, years 1-3

No data

Scheduled cost, years 1-5

No data

Servicing and the warranty

“Your owner's handbook and service portfolio describe the proper care you should take of your vehicle. Make sure any required maintenance is performed, including regular cleaning of bodywork, and that materials used meet Land Rover engineering specifications.”
as Land Rover prints itLand Rover’s terms

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Not rated by ANCAP: 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 S D250

ANCAP's published record does not give this variant a rating.

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Recalls on the federal register

4 for this car · 12 for other years of the Defender 90
  • ▶REC-0066452 Jul 2026Years on the notice: 2019 - 2026Driver airbag clock spring connector fretting corrosion
    Models on the notice:
    Defender
    Year range on the notice:
    2019 - 2026
    Campaign:
    D121
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Jaguar Land Rover in writing asking them to contact their nearest authorised dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-0066422 Jul 2026Years on the notice: 2019 - 2026Due to a manufacturing defect, the connection to the driver’s airbag clock spring may corrode over time and lead to an increased resistance in the airbag circuit.
    Models on the notice:
    Defender
    Year range on the notice:
    2019 - 2026
    Campaign:
    D120
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Jaguar Land Rover in writing asking them to contact their nearest authorised dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-0066382 Jul 2026Years on the notice: 2024 - 2026Due to a manufacturing defect, the front-end auxiliary drive belt idler pulley may over rotate and cause damage to the oil pressure and temperature sensor.
    Models on the notice:
    Defender
    Year range on the notice:
    2024 - 2026
    Campaign:
    E005
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Jaguar Land Rover by mail, asking them to schedule an appointment with their nearest dealership to inspect and work carried out, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00657531 Mar 2026Years on the notice: 2025 - 2026The third-row lower left and right seat belt anchorage bracket may contain a weld stud of insufficient strength.
    Models on the notice:
    DEFENDER
    Year range on the notice:
    2025 - 2026
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    D113
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles have already been contacted by Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) in writing, Authorised JLR Retailers will communicate to immediately stop use of the third-row seat’s on the vehicles involved in this recall campaign. Owner’s will then be contacted upon repair availability by Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) in writing, requesting immediately to schedule an appointment to have the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket replaced, free of charge.
▶12 notices for other years of the Defender 90(each prints its own year range; they do not cover this car on our record)
  • ▶REC-00600321 Jun 2024Years on the notice: 2023 - 2024Due to a manufacturing defect, the oil filter housing may not meet specifications and could crack over time.
    Models on the notice:
    Defender
    Year range on the notice:
    2023 - 2024
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    N908
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Jaguar Land Rover by mail, asking them to schedule an appointment with their nearest dealership to replace the oil filter housing, along with filter and associated o-rings, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00591613 Mar 2024Years on the notice: 2023The clamps retaining the engine’s fuel injectors may not meet manufacturing specifications and could crack.
    Models on the notice:
    RANGE ROVER, RANGE ROVER SPORT AND DEFENDER
    Year range on the notice:
    2023
    Campaign:
    N853
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners should contact their preferred Jaguar Land Rover authorised dealer to have their fuel injectors inspected and replaced, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00580226 Oct 2023Years on the notice: 2022 - 2023; 2023Due to a software issue, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may not activate as intended.
    Models on the notice:
    RANGE ROVER VELAR AND DEFENDER
    Year range on the notice:
    2022 - 2023; 2023
    Campaign:
    N831
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles should contact their preferred Jaguar Land Rover authorised dealer to have their Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software updated either through a wired connection or, where permitted, via an over-the-air delivery free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00564919 Apr 2023Years on the notice: 2017 - 2023Due to a manufacturing defect, under certain conditions the engine may rapidly overheat and subsequently rupture the engine mounted plastic elbow in the cooling system.
    Models on the notice:
    RANGE ROVER, RANGE ROVER SPORT, RANGE ROVER VELAR, DEFENDER
    Year range on the notice:
    2017 - 2023
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    N785
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicle to an approved Jaguar Land Rover repairer to have the work carried out as soon as possible, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00549422 Aug 2022Years on the notice: 2010 - 2012Due to a manufacturing issue, the wheel hub assembly and suspension may collapse or detach from the vehicle.
    Models on the notice:
    Defender 90, 110 & 130
    Year range on the notice:
    2010 - 2012
    Campaign:
    N706
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicle to an approved Jaguar Land Rover repairer to have the work carried out as soon as possible, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00549211 Aug 2022Years on the notice: 2021 - 2022Due to a manufacturing defect, a damaged front seat belt pre-tensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor.
    Models on the notice:
    Defender, Discovery, Discovery Sport, Range Rover Sport & Range Rover Velar
    Year range on the notice:
    2021 - 2022
    Campaign:
    N720
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicle to an approved Jaguar Land Rover repairer to have the work carried out as soon as possible, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00168212 Aug 2021Years on the notice: 2020 - 2021The front seat end stop brackets may not meet specifications, as a result it may allow the seat to latch further forward than intended.
    Models on the notice:
    L663 Defender
    Year range on the notice:
    2020 - 2021
    Campaign:
    N609
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Jaguar Land Rover and are asked to make arrangements with their nearest authorised Jaguar Land Rover dealership to have the work carried out free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00163026 May 2021Years on the notice: 2020 - 2021The fixing nuts which connect the exhaust downpipe to the catalytic convertor may not have been tightened to specification.
    Models on the notice:
    DISCOVERY, DEFENDER
    Year range on the notice:
    2020 - 2021
    Campaign:
    N571
    What the notice says to do:
    Jaguar Land Rover will write to all affected owners and ask them to contact their preferred/authorised repairer as soon as possible to arrange a repair, free of charge. For more information, owners can contact the Jaguar Land Rover Customer Relationship Centre on 1800 625 642 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 8pm and Saturday, 9am - 4pm) or by email on crcau@jaguarlandrover.com To find your nearest Jaguar Land Rover dealer, visit https://www.landrover.com.au/national-dealer-locator.html
  • ▶REC-0008267 Aug 2017Years on the notice: 2014 - 2015The front brake pipe from the caliper to the flexible brake hose is showing signs of a chafe condition.
    Models on the notice:
    DEFENDER
    Year range on the notice:
    2014 - 2015
    Campaign:
    N064
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted directly and requested to contact their nearest Jaguar Land Rover dealer to arrange an inspection and repair of the vehicle.
  • ▶REC-0036103 Mar 2015Years on the notice: the notice prints no build rangeCertain fixings used in the front and rear hub assemblies may have overly brittle bolts installed.
    Models on the notice:
    DEFENDER
    Year range on the notice:
    the notice prints no build range
    Campaign:
    P053
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicles to a Land Rover authorised repairer who will replace all of the specific bolts within the wheel hub assembly. This will be completed on both front and rear wheels. If damage is observed the dealer will replace all associated components.
  • ▶REC-00359512 Aug 2014Years on the notice: the notice prints no build rangeSome customers have reported oil leaks from end of the front axle case.
    Models on the notice:
    DEFENDER 90, 110 and 130
    Year range on the notice:
    the notice prints no build range
    Campaign:
    P048
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicles to a Land Rover authorised repairer who in the case of certain 110 and 130 vehicles with heavy duty suspension, will have correct to specification replacement front axle case installed (Recall action P047) All other affected vehicles will have an additional bracket (Recall action P048) mounted to the end of the axle case tube to ensure that in the event of failure, wheel, hub assembly and suspension is retained. In this condition the vehicle will exhibit an oil leak from the failed weld area and it is possible steering will be less precise, steering may be mis-aligned and off centre steering will be degraded. In this condition vehicle stability and control ability is fully maintained. There will be no charge to owners for this repair.
  • ▶REC-00343729 Jun 2012Years on the notice: the notice prints no build rangeThe front seat belt mounting brackets may fracture during normal vehicle usage.
    Models on the notice:
    Defender
    Year range on the notice:
    the notice prints no build range
    Campaign:
    P025
    What the notice says to do:
    Contact the nearest Land Rover dealership for installation of replacement front seat belt brackets.

The register does not publish whether a campaign is complete, so a listed campaign may already be fixed on your car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au before relying on this list; a recall covers the builds the notice lists, not every car of a model.

Safety Features

31 confirmed · 30 no data
  • StandardAEB (Car‑to‑Car)
  • StandardAEB (Pedestrian)
  • StandardABS
  • StandardEBD
  • StandardEmergency Brake Assist
  • StandardAdaptive Cruise Control
  • StandardCruise Control
  • StandardPush‑Button Start
  • StandardAir Conditioning
  • StandardBlind Spot Monitor
  • StandardLane Keep Assist
  • StandardRear Cross Traffic Alert
  • StandardESC
  • StandardTraction Control
  • StandardHill Hold Assist
  • StandardReversing Camera
  • Standard360° Camera
  • StandardParking Sensors (Front)
  • StandardParking Sensors (Rear)
  • StandardAuto High Beam
  • StandardDaytime Running Lights
  • StandardDriver Attention Monitor
  • StandardTraffic Sign Recognition
  • StandardSpeed Limiter
  • StandardTPMS
  • StandardAirbags (6)
  • StandardDriver Airbag
  • StandardPassenger Airbag
  • StandardSide Airbags (Front)
  • StandardCurtain Airbags
  • StandardISOFIX

Land Rover Defender 90 by model year

2027 Land Rover Defender 90 · L663 (2020-)

4 variants · from $120,045–$202,933

2026 Land Rover Defender 90 · L663 (2020-)

3 variants · from $98,400–$169,300

2025 Land Rover Defender 90 · L663 (2020-)

4 variants

2024 Land Rover Defender 90 · L663 (2020-)

5 variants

2023 Land Rover Defender 90 · L663 (2020-)

6 variants

2022 Land Rover Defender 90 · L663 (2020-)

8 variants

2021 Land Rover Defender 90 · L663 (2020-)

16 variants

2015 Land Rover Defender 90 · L316 Puma (2007-2016)

1 variant

2014 Land Rover Defender 90 · L316 Puma (2007-2016)

1 variant

2013 Land Rover Defender 90 · L316 Puma (2007-2016)

1 variant

OptionalFactory options for this variantshow all 3 ▾

3 factory options available at extra cost — shown as amber capsules in the features sections above.

  • FridgeOptional
  • 240v socketOptional
  • Crawl controlOptional

Full Specifications

Engine & Drivetrain10 itemsEngine Size 3L · Cylinders 6 · Engine Layout Inline
Engine Size3L
Cylinders6
Engine LayoutInline
InductionTwin-turbo
Power183 kW
Torque570 Nm
Transmission8-speed Automatic
Drive TypeAWD
0-100 km/h8s
Top Speed188 km/h
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Dimensions & Weights9 itemsLength 4,323 mm · Width 2,008 mm · Height 1,969 mm
Length4,323 mm
Width2,008 mm
Height1,969 mm
Wheelbase2,587 mm
Ground Clearance216 mm
Turning Circle11.3 m
Seats5
Kerb Weight2,339 kg
GVM2,970 kg
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Towing & Load4 itemsTowing (Braked) 3,500 kg · Towing (Unbraked) 750 kg · Towball Download 350 kg
Towing (Braked)3,500 kg
Towing (Unbraked)750 kg
Towball Download350 kg
GCM6,470 kg
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Fuel & Economy5 itemsCombined 8.1 L/100km · City 9.8 L/100km · Highway 6.8 L/100km
Combined8.1 L/100km
City9.8 L/100km
Highway6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank89L
CO2 Emissions214 g/km
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Engineering Detail3 itemsFuel Delivery Direct Injection · Front Track 1,706 mm · Rear Track 1,702 mm
Fuel DeliveryDirect Injection
Front Track1,706 mm
Rear Track1,702 mm
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Technology & Connectivity26 itemsTouchscreen Size 11.4" · Digital Cluster Size 12.3" · USB Ports (Front) 2
Touchscreen Size11.4"
Digital Cluster Size12.3"
Apple CarPlayYes
Android AutoYes
Wireless Phone ChargingYes
Digital InstrumentsYes
Satellite NavigationYes
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Voice RecognitionYes
USB Ports (Front)2
USB Ports (Rear)2
BluetoothYes
OTA Software UpdatesYes
Keyless EntryYes
Remote Climate ControlYes
Tyre Pressure MonitoringYes
Reconfigurable Digital ClusterYes
Full Digital InstrumentsYes
Multifunction DisplayYes
USB InputYes
12V SocketYes
240V Power SocketOptional
Live Traffic UpdatesYes
Find My CarYes
Remote Vehicle DiagnosticsYes
Remote Climate ControlYes

5 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Driver Assistance & Safety14 itemsAutonomous Emergency Braking · Adaptive Cruise Control · Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency BrakingYes
Adaptive Cruise ControlYes
Cruise ControlYes
Push-Button StartYes
Air ConditioningYes
Lane Keep AssistYes
Blind Spot MonitorYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYes
Traffic Sign RecognitionYes
Driver Attention MonitorYes
Trailer Sway ControlYes
Rear Auto BrakingYes
Lane Change AssistYes
Adaptive Speed LimiterYes

17 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Cameras & Parking7 itemsReversing Camera · Front Camera · 360-Degree Camera
Reversing CameraYes
Front CameraYes
360-Degree CameraYes
Front Parking SensorsYes
Rear Parking SensorsYes
Side CamerasYes
Graphical Parking DisplayYes
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Audio System2 itemsDigital Radio (DAB+) · Bluetooth Audio
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Bluetooth AudioYes

2 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Comfort & Convenience25 itemsClimate Zones 3-zone · Seat Material Leather · Seat Adjustments 12-way
Climate Zones3-zone
Dual Zone ClimateYes
Rear Air ConYes
Remote ClimateYes
Front Power WindowsYes
Rear Power WindowsYes
Remote Central LockingYes
Remote Lock/UnlockYes
Walk-Away LockingYes
Pollen FilterYes
Rear Climate VentsYes
Front Centre ArmrestYes
Rear Centre ArmrestYes
Illuminated Vanity MirrorsYes
Seatback PocketsYes
Leather Steering WheelYes
Driver Lumbar AdjustYes
Electric Passenger SeatYes
Cargo BlindYes
Seat MaterialLeather
Heated Front SeatsYes
Heated Steering WheelYes
Electric Driver SeatYes
Seat Adjustments12-way
Keyless EntryYes

24 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Wheels, Tyres & Brakes8 itemsWheel Size 19" · Wheel Material Alloy · Front Tyres All-Terrain Tyres
Wheel Size19"
Wheel MaterialAlloy
Front TyresAll-Terrain Tyres
Rear TyresAll-Terrain Tyres
Front Rim Size19" Style 6010 wheels
Rear Rim Size19" Style 6010 wheels
Spare WheelFull-size alloy
Electric Park BrakeYes

1 further feature is not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover it. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks it.

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Lighting & Visibility13 itemsLED Headlights · LED Daytime Running Lights · Auto High Beam
LED HeadlightsYes
LED Daytime Running LightsYes
Auto High BeamYes
LED Tail LightsYes
Automatic HeadlightsYes
Cornering LightsYes
Front Fog LightsYes
Rear Fog LightsYes
Rain-Sensing WipersYes
Rear WiperYes
Heated MirrorsYes
Electric Folding MirrorsYes
Auto-Dimming Rear-View MirrorYes

6 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Suspension & Steering8 itemsFront Suspension Air suspension · Rear Suspension Air suspension · Steering Type Electric Power Assisted Steering
Front SuspensionAir suspension
Rear SuspensionAir suspension
Steering TypeElectric Power Assisted Steering
Steering TiltYes
Steering ReachYes
Independent Front SuspensionYes
Front Stabiliser BarYes
Rear Stabiliser BarYes

4 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Off-Road Capability10 itemsGround Clearance 216mm · Approach Angle 30.1° · Departure Angle 37.6°
Ground Clearance216mm
Approach Angle30.1°
Departure Angle37.6°
Breakover Angle24.2°
Wading Depth900mm
Dual Range 4WDYes
Low Range TransferYes
Hill Descent ControlYes
Cargo Tie-DownsYes
Load Restraint HooksYes

9 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Warranty & Servicing6 itemsNew Vehicle Warranty 5 years / Unlimited · Roadside Assistance 5 years · Anti-Corrosion Warranty 6 years
New Vehicle Warranty5 years / Unlimited
Roadside Assistance5 years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty6 years
Capped Price Servicing5 years
Capped Servicing (5yr total)$3,500
Service Interval21,000 km / 12 months
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Towing and load

The 4WD and load hardware this variant lists, the rig calculator, the load plans and the cost to tow
Hill Descent Control
Low Range Gearing
216mm Ground Clearance
900mm Wading Depth
3500kg Towing (Braked)

Cost to tow

The real fuel/energy cost once you hitch up. Pick a trailer and trip.

Not towing
8.1 L/100km
Towing
20.2 L/100km
500km cost
$77 → $192
+$115 from towing

Estimate only: consumption rises as range falls; real use varies with terrain, wind and load.

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Off-Road Capability

The wedges are drawn from this vehicle’s published approach, departure and breakover angles, and the water line marks its published wading depth.

900 mm216mm
Approach
30.1°
Departure
37.6°
Breakover
24.2°
KeyApproach angle (front)Departure angle (rear)Breakover angle (under body)Ground clearanceWading depth (water line)
Ground clearance 216mmWading depth 900mm
4WD hardware & driver aids
Centre diff lock
Rear diff lock
Low-range 4WD
Hill descent control

Unladen figures. Approach, departure and breakover angles and ground clearance all reduce once the vehicle is loaded with passengers, cargo or towball weight, so treat these as a best-case guide.

Manufacturer-published figures, shown as a guide. Not independently verified and may vary by variant, trim, tyre or model year. Vehicle drawings are schematic and ride-height differences are exaggerated for legibility. Confirm with the manufacturer before relying on them for off-road planning.

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Price tracker

Standing price

$98,400 RRP before on-road costs

We check the manufacturer's published price regularly and record every change here.

RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.

Overview

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 S D250 is a capable mid-size diesel SUV that suits buyers wanting genuine off-road credentials with modern comfort, offering a 3.0-litre engine producing 183kW and 570Nm through an eight-speed automatic, which translates to a 3500kg towing capacity. Its standout strength is the combination of proven all-wheel-drive engineering and practical everyday usability, with fuel economy of 8.1L/100km. One thing to consider: the 2339kg kerb weight and diesel depreciation patterns in Australia mean you'll want to factor long-term ownership costs carefully, despite the solid five-year warranty coverage.

Quick Insights

How this car rates on what Australian buyers care about most

Safety
Not rated by ANCAP
Running Cost
$15.39/100km
Warranty
5 years
Value
Luxury

Economy & Emissions

Combined

8.1 L/100km

Cost per 100km

~$15.39

City

9.8 L/100km

Highway

6.8 L/100km

CO2 Emissions

214 g/km

Fuel Tank

89L

Est. Range

~1099 km

Emission Standard

Euro 6

Autonomous and advanced safety

Driver Attention Monitor

Range in the real world

How far a tank really takes you once speed, load and towing are counted, not just the lab figure
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Child seats and anchors

5 seats

RowISOFIXTop tether
2nd row23

ISOFIX lower anchors clip a compatible child seat straight to the car's frame.

Top tether straps stop a forward-facing seat pitching in a crash. Australian law requires a tether on every forward-facing child seat.

2+35 seats
frontITTITrear
ISOFIX Top tether Both None on record
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Dimensions and capacity

Length

4,323 mm

Width

2008 mm

Height

1969 mm

Wheelbase

2587 mm

Kerb Weight

2339 kg

GVM

2,970 kg

Ground Clearance

216 mm

Towing (Braked)

3,500 kg

Turning Circle

11.3 m

AU Licence

Car licence (C class) ✓

Specifications

Year

2026

Body Style

SUV

Fuel Type

Diesel

Powertrain

ICE

Transmission

8-speed Automatic

Drive Type

AWD

Seats

5

ANCAP Rating

Not rated by ANCAP

No data on the tyre size for this variant (19-inch wheels). Try the tyre size calculator with the size from the placard in the door jamb.

Performance

3LI6Twin-turboDiesel
Power183 kW / 245 hp
Torque570 Nm

How quick is it?

0-100 km/h8s

0-100 times as published and held in our records. Counts cover on-sale cars with a figure and refresh daily.

Technology & Connectivity

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  • StandardApple CarPlay
  • StandardAndroid Auto
  • StandardWireless Charging
  • StandardHeated Seats (Front)
  • StandardHeated Steering Wheel
  • Standard360‑Degree Camera
  • StandardDual Zone Climate
  • StandardKeyless Entry
  • StandardDigital Instruments

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Body Type

SUV

Sport Utility Vehicle with raised ride height and larger cargo area. Available in small, medium, and large sizes.

5

Seats

3,500kg

Towing

Best For

  • Family transport
  • Cargo space
  • Higher driving position
  • Light off-road

Considerations

  • Higher fuel consumption
  • Larger parking footprint
  • Higher purchase price

Fuel & Powertrain

Fuel Type

Diesel

What the car runs on

Powertrain

Internal Combustion

Propulsion technology

Diesel

Diesel engine. More efficient than petrol for highway driving and towing. Higher torque output.

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Pricing disclaimer: Displayed prices are based on the manufacturer's recommended retail price (MRRP) and estimated drive-away price, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes based on a Melbourne, VIC location. Prices may vary between states and territories. Additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers. Always confirm final pricing with your local authorised dealer.

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Land Rover Defender 90: price, running costs, warranty, safety and size by grade

Every figure below is read off Land Rover’s Australian documents for the 7 grades on this page, and each one says which grades it covers. Running costs are estimates and carry their assumptions; anything we do not hold says so.

Price band of each powertrain

PowertrainGradesPrice band
Diesel1$98,400RRP
Mild-hybrid diesel1$120,045drive-away (VIC)
Petrol5Priced on different bases (RRP, drive-away (VIC)), so they are not shown as one band

Diesel: S D250

Mild-hybrid diesel: S D250

Petrol: X-Dynamic SE P425, X P425, X-Dynamic SE P425, X P425 and Vertex P425

Fuel or energy a year, estimated

  • Diesel: about $2,400 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $1.90/L diesel
  • Mild-hybrid diesel: about $2,400 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $1.90/L diesel
  • Petrol: about $4,160 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $2.10/L premium petrol

Fuel or energy only. Servicing, rego, insurance and tyres are not in these figures, and your driving and prices will differ.

Warranty and servicing

New-car warranty
5yr / unlimited km
Service interval
12 months / 21,000 km · X P425, S D250 and X-Dynamic SE P425
No data · S D250, X-Dynamic SE P425, X P425 and Vertex P425
Capped-price servicing
Published for 3 of 7 grades. No data for 4.

ANCAP, by exact grade

  • Not rated by ANCAP · X P425, S D250, X-Dynamic SE P425 and Vertex P425
  • No data · S D250, X-Dynamic SE P425 and X P425

A rating belongs to the exact variant ANCAP tested and is never carried across to a grade or a build year it does not cover. A rating older than six years is marked expired because ANCAP’s own test has moved on.

Safety recalls on the Land Rover Defender 90

  • Driver airbag clock spring connector fretting corrosion

    Published 2026-07-02. Year range on the notice: 2019 - 2026. Matched to 3 of the 7 grades listed here. REC-006645 on the government register · our report

    In the event of an accident, the airbag not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.

  • Due to a manufacturing defect, the connection to the driver’s airbag clock spring may corrode over time and lead to an increased resistance in the airbag circuit.

    Published 2026-07-02. Year range on the notice: 2019 - 2026. Matched to 3 of the 7 grades listed here. REC-006642 on the government register

    In the event of an accident, the airbag not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.

  • Due to a manufacturing defect, the front-end auxiliary drive belt idler pulley may over rotate and cause damage to the oil pressure and temperature sensor.

    Published 2026-07-02. Year range on the notice: 2024 - 2026. Matched to 3 of the 7 grades listed here. REC-006638 on the government register

    An engine stall or sudden loss of motive power could increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupant and other road users.

  • The third-row lower left and right seat belt anchorage bracket may contain a weld stud of insufficient strength.

    Published 2026-03-31. Year range on the notice: 2025 - 2026. Matched to 3 of the 7 grades listed here. REC-006575 on the government register

    An insufficient weld stud could result in the safety restraint system not operating as intended in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury or death.

12 more verified notices are matched to other Land Rover Defender 90 rows we hold, not to the grades above(show)

Size, capacity and weights across the grades

FigureAcross the gradesGrades holding it
Length4,323 mm4 of 7
Width2,008 mm7 of 7
Height1,969 mm7 of 7
Wheelbase2,587 mm7 of 7
Ground clearance216 mm7 of 7
Kerb weight2,323 to 2,339 kg3 of 7
Boot space397 L3 of 7
Fuel tank89 to 90 L7 of 7

What Land Rover's spec sheet does not print

We read the document and it does not carry these figures. That is a finished question, not a gap we have not looked at.

Every Land Rover Defender 90 variant in Australia, compared

19 variants of the Land Rover Defender 90 are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.

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S D2502026$98,400

Land Rover Defender 90 S D250

Power
183kW
Torque
570Nm
0–100
8s
Fuel use
8.1L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 S D250 is a capable mid-size diesel SUV that suits buyers wanting genuine off-road credentials with modern comfort, offering a 3.0-litre engine producing 183kW and 570Nm through an eight-speed automatic, which translates to a 3500kg towing capacity. Its standout strength is the combination of proven all-wheel-drive engineering and practical everyday usability, with fuel economy of 8.1L/100km. One thing to consider: the 2339kg kerb weight and diesel depreciation patterns in Australia mean you'll want to factor long-term ownership costs carefully, despite the solid five-year warranty coverage.

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X-Dynamic SE P4252026$124,300

Land Rover Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE P425

Power
313kW
Torque
550Nm
0–100
5.6s
Fuel use
12.7L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE P425 is a premium five-seat SUV that suits buyers wanting genuine off-road capability with refined on-road manners, backed by a potent 313kW petrol engine delivering strong 550Nm torque through an eight-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive. Its standout strength is the combination of practical versatility with 3500kg towing capacity, Land Rover's legendary terrain response technology and five-year warranty peace of mind. One consideration is fuel consumption at 12.7 litres per 100 kilometres.

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X P4252026$169,300

Land Rover Defender 90 X P425

Power
313kW
Torque
550Nm
0–100
5.6s
Fuel use
12.7L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 X P425 is a premium compact SUV that suits buyers wanting genuine off-road capability with modern luxury, offering a potent 313kW petrol engine and impressive 3500kg towing capacity. Its standout strength is the combination of authentic Land Rover heritage engineering with practical everyday versatility-five seats and an 8-speed automatic make it equally at home on the school run or remote tracks. The main consideration is fuel consumption at 12.7L/100km.

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S D2502022Discontinued

Land Rover Defender 90 S D250

Power
183kW
Torque
570Nm
Fuel use
7.9L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5

The 2022 Defender 90 S D250 pairs the 3.0 i6 183kW Diesel engine, rated 183kW and 570Nm, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Land Rover Australia certifies 7.9L/100km combined and 207g/km CO2 to ADR 81/02 and ADR 79/04. S keeps the LED headlights and adds interior upgrades. Land Rover Australia's specification and price guide publishes no kerb weight, GVM, payload or exterior dimensions, so those fields are left empty here rather than filled from a foreign-market document.

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DEFENDER 90 D2002022Discontinued

Land Rover Defender 90 DEFENDER 90 D200

Power
147kW
Torque
500Nm
Fuel use
7.9L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5

The 2022 Defender 90 DEFENDER 90 D200 pairs the 3.0 i6 147kW Diesel engine, rated 147kW and 500Nm, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Land Rover Australia certifies 7.9L/100km combined and 207g/km CO2 to ADR 81/02 and ADR 79/04. This entry grade runs LED headlights. Land Rover Australia's specification and price guide publishes no kerb weight, GVM, payload or exterior dimensions, so those fields are left empty here rather than filled from a foreign-market document.

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DEFENDER 90 P3002022Discontinued

Land Rover Defender 90 DEFENDER 90 P300

Power
221kW
Torque
400Nm
Fuel use
10.1L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5

The 2022 Defender 90 DEFENDER 90 P300 pairs the 2.0 Si4 221kW Petrol engine, rated 221kW and 400Nm, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Land Rover Australia certifies 10.1L/100km combined and 235g/km CO2 to ADR 81/02 and ADR 79/04. This entry grade runs LED headlights. Land Rover Australia's specification and price guide publishes no kerb weight, GVM, payload or exterior dimensions, so those fields are left empty here rather than filled from a foreign-market document.

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SE P4002022Discontinued

Land Rover Defender 90 SE P400

Power
294kW
Torque
550Nm
Fuel use
9.9L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5

The 2022 Defender 90 SE P400 pairs the 3.0 i6 294kW Petrol engine, rated 294kW and 550Nm, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Land Rover Australia certifies 9.9L/100km combined and 230g/km CO2 to ADR 81/02 and ADR 79/04. SE brings Matrix LED headlights with signature DRL and front fog lights as standard. Land Rover Australia's specification and price guide publishes no kerb weight, GVM, payload or exterior dimensions, so those fields are left empty here rather than filled from a foreign-market document.

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X P4002022Discontinued

Land Rover Defender 90 X P400

Power
294kW
Torque
550Nm
Fuel use
9.9L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5

The 2022 Defender 90 X P400 pairs the 3.0 i6 294kW Petrol engine, rated 294kW and 550Nm, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Land Rover Australia certifies 9.9L/100km combined and 230g/km CO2 to ADR 81/02 and ADR 79/04. X adds a head-up display and the panoramic roof. Land Rover Australia's specification and price guide publishes no kerb weight, GVM, payload or exterior dimensions, so those fields are left empty here rather than filled from a foreign-market document.

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V8 P525 (MY25)2025POA

Land Rover Defender 90 V8 P525 (MY25)

Power
386kW
Torque
625Nm
0–100
5.2s
Fuel use
12.7L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Drive
AWD
Towing
3,500kg

The 2025 Land Rover Defender 90 V8 P525 is a L663-generation Defender 90 sold in Australia, powered by a 5.0L V8 petrol engine producing 386kW and 625Nm, sent through an 8-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels. Land Rover's official combined-cycle figure is 12.7L/100km with 289g/km CO2 (ADR 81/02). 0-100km/h takes 5.2 seconds, with a top speed of 240km/h. Braked towing capacity is 3500kg.

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S D2502027POA

Land Rover Defender 90 S D250

Power
183kW
Torque
570Nm
0–100
8s
Fuel use
8.1L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg

The 2027 Defender 90 S D250 is a diesel mild-hybrid 4x4 from Land Rover, built to the Model Year 2027 specification in Land Rover Australia's configurator. Land Rover's record lists 183kW and 570Nm, a 8-second 0-100km/h time and a 188km/h top speed. It quotes 8.1L/100km combined and 214g/km of CO2 (ADR 81/02). Braked towing is 3,500kg. Land Rover's configurator record prints no price for this derivative, so none is shown.

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X-Dynamic SE P4252027POA

Land Rover Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE P425

Power
313kW
Torque
550Nm
0–100
5.6s
Fuel use
12.7L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg

The 2027 Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE P425 is a petrol 4x4 from Land Rover, built to the Model Year 2027 specification in Land Rover Australia's configurator. Land Rover's record lists 313kW and 550Nm, a 5.6-second 0-100km/h time. It quotes 12.7L/100km combined and 289g/km of CO2 (ADR 81/02). Braked towing is 3,500kg. Land Rover's configurator record prints no price for this derivative, so none is shown.

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X P4252027POA

Land Rover Defender 90 X P425

Power
313kW
Torque
550Nm
0–100
5.6s
Fuel use
12.7L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5
Towing
3,500kg

The 2027 Defender 90 X P425 is a petrol 4x4 from Land Rover, built to the Model Year 2027 specification in Land Rover Australia's configurator. Land Rover's record lists 313kW and 550Nm, a 5.6-second 0-100km/h time. It quotes 12.7L/100km combined and 289g/km of CO2 (ADR 81/02). Braked towing is 3,500kg. Land Rover's configurator record prints no price for this derivative, so none is shown.

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XS EDITION P4002022Discontinued

Land Rover Defender 90 XS EDITION P400

Power
294kW
Torque
550Nm
Fuel use
9.9L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5

The 2022 Defender 90 XS EDITION P400 pairs the 3.0 i6 294kW Petrol engine, rated 294kW and 550Nm, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Land Rover Australia certifies 9.9L/100km combined and 230g/km CO2 to ADR 81/02 and ADR 79/04. The XS Edition adds the sliding panoramic roof over SE. Land Rover Australia's specification and price guide publishes no kerb weight, GVM, payload or exterior dimensions, so those fields are left empty here rather than filled from a foreign-market document.

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S P3002022Discontinued

Land Rover Defender 90 S P300

Power
221kW
Torque
400Nm
Fuel use
10.1L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5

The 2022 Defender 90 S P300 pairs the 2.0 Si4 221kW Petrol engine, rated 221kW and 400Nm, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Land Rover Australia certifies 10.1L/100km combined and 235g/km CO2 to ADR 81/02 and ADR 79/04. S keeps the LED headlights and adds interior upgrades. Land Rover Australia's specification and price guide publishes no kerb weight, GVM, payload or exterior dimensions, so those fields are left empty here rather than filled from a foreign-market document.

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V8 P5252022Discontinued

Land Rover Defender 90 V8 P525

Power
386kW
Torque
625Nm
Fuel use
12.8L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
5

The 2022 Defender 90 V8 P525 pairs the 5.0 V8 386kW Petrol engine, rated 386kW and 625Nm, with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Land Rover Australia printed 'TBC' for both combined fuel consumption and CO2 for the P525 V8 in this guide, so no certified Australian figure is recorded. The V8 is the only Defender 90 with three-zone climate control as standard. Land Rover Australia's specification and price guide publishes no kerb weight, GVM, payload or exterior dimensions, so those fields are left empty here rather than filled from a foreign-market document.

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Vertex P4252027POA

Land Rover Defender 90 Vertex P425

Power
313kW
Torque
550Nm
0–100
5.6s
Fuel use
12.7L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Drive
AWD
Towing
3,500kg

The 2027 Land Rover Defender 90 Vertex P425 is a petrol SUV with all-wheel drive. The maker quotes 313kW and 550Nm, with 0-100km/h in 5.6 seconds. Official combined fuel use is 12.7L/100km from a 90-litre tank. It's rated to tow 3,500kg braked. Land Rover's configurator shows a manufacturer's recommended drive-away price of $202,933 for Victoria with no options added. We have no ANCAP rating recorded for this grade, so treat its safety rating as no data.

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S D200 (MY25)2025POA

Land Rover Defender 90 S D200 (MY25)

Power
147kW
Torque
500Nm
0–100
9.8s
Fuel use
8.1L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Drive
AWD
Towing
3,500kg

The 2025 Land Rover Defender 90 S D200 is a L663-generation Defender 90 sold in Australia, powered by a 3.0L twin turbocharged inline-6 diesel engine producing 147kW and 500Nm, sent through an 8-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels. Land Rover's official combined-cycle figure is 8.1L/100km with 214g/km CO2 (ADR 81/02). 0-100km/h takes 9.8 seconds, with a top speed of 175km/h. Braked towing capacity is 3500kg.

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X P400 (MY25)2025POA

Land Rover Defender 90 X P400 (MY25)

Power
294kW
Torque
550Nm
0–100
6s
Fuel use
9.6L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Drive
AWD
Towing
3,500kg

The 2025 Land Rover Defender 90 X P400 is a L663-generation Defender 90 sold in Australia, powered by a 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 petrol engine producing 294kW and 550Nm, sent through an 8-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels. Land Rover's official combined-cycle figure is 9.6L/100km with 223g/km CO2 (ADR 81/02). 0-100km/h takes 6.0 seconds, with a top speed of 191km/h. Braked towing capacity is 3500kg.

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S D250 (MY25)2025POA

Land Rover Defender 90 S D250 (MY25)

Power
183kW
Torque
570Nm
0–100
8s
Fuel use
8.1L/100km
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
Drive
AWD
Towing
3,500kg

The 2025 Land Rover Defender 90 S D250 is a L663-generation Defender 90 sold in Australia, powered by a 3.0L twin turbocharged inline-6 diesel engine producing 183kW and 570Nm, sent through an 8-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels. Land Rover's official combined-cycle figure is 8.1L/100km with 214g/km CO2 (ADR 81/02). 0-100km/h takes 8.0 seconds, with a top speed of 188km/h. Braked towing capacity is 3500kg.

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