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2020 Land Rover Defender S
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2020 Land Rover Defender S

110 P300 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$44,217
Est. $600/mo
$5,090 Below market
RMV: $49,307
Mileage 13,950 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
9 Days in market
BLACK
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I4
Automatic
Bohn Toyota
Harvey, LA
4.0
(Based 2729 Review)
(504) 34*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$48,800
Est. $662/mo
$3,945 Below market
RMV: $52,745
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $48,900 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 34,608 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
18 Days in market
GREEN
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I4
Automatic
Land Rover Lynnwood
Lynnwood, WA
4.0
(Based 47 Review)
(888) 64*****
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2021 Land Rover Defender S
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2021 Land Rover Defender S

90 P300 S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$41,888
Est. $568/mo
$4,244 Below market
RMV: $46,132
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $42,888 (1 Nov 2024)
Mileage 29,366 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
37 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
I4
Automatic
Swickard Toyota
Edmonds, WA
4.0
(Based 3142 Review)
(425) 77*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$42,999
Est. $583/mo
$4,129 Below market
RMV: $47,128
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $43,499 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 39,791 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
76 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
I4
Automatic
Ed Morse Sawgrass Auto Mall
Fort Lauderdale, FL
4.0
(Based 1444 Review)
(954) 52*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$49,900
Est. $677/mo
$3,490 Below market
RMV: $53,390
Price Drop, $1,800
Earlier Price: $51,700 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 22,474 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
61 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
I4
Automatic
Thorson Motor Center
Pasadena, CA
4.0
(Based 634 Review)
(626) 81*****
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2020 Land Rover Defender S

110 P300 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$46,999
Est. $638/mo
$3,465 Below market
RMV: $50,464
Price Drop, $357
Earlier Price: $47,356 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 32,645 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
13 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Galpin Jaguar
Van Nuys, CA
4.0
(Based 257 Review)
(949) 506*****
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2021 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$43,861
Est. $595/mo
$2,335 Below market
RMV: $46,196
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $44,061 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 56,476 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
106 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jaguar Land Rover Schaumburg
Schaumburg, IL
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2020 Land Rover Defender S

110 P300 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$45,500
Est. $617/mo
$3,130 Below market
RMV: $48,630
Price Drop, $495
Earlier Price: $45,995 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 25,046 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
60 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Unlimited Motors - Elwood
Elwood, IN
4.0
(Based 419 Review)
(765) 55*****
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2020 Land Rover Defender S

110 P300 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$43,420
Est. $589/mo
$2,725 Below market
RMV: $46,145
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $43,920 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 31,021 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
59 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
I4
Automatic
ALM Kia South
Union City, GA
4.0
(Based 6967 Review)
(678) 67*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$44,900
Est. $609/mo
$3,079 Below market
RMV: $47,979
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $45,900 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 59,538 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
202 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Land Rover Norwood
Norwood, MA
4.0
(Based 696 Review)
(781) 61*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$49,395
Est. $670/mo
$2,339 Below market
RMV: $51,734
Price Drop, $601
Earlier Price: $49,996 (23 Oct 2024)
Mileage 43,490 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
130 Days in market
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I4
Automatic
Tri-State Motor Co.
Blytheville, AR
4.0
(Based 35 Review)
(870) 76*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$49,995
Est. $678/mo
$2,908 Below market
RMV: $52,903
Mileage 27,632 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
3 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Boston Foreign Motor
Allston, MA
4.0
(Based 265 Review)
(617) 25*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$49,882
Est. $677/mo
$2,621 Below market
RMV: $52,503
Price Drop, $1,018
Earlier Price: $50,900 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 28,885 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
45 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jaguar Land Rover Redwood City
Redwood City, CA
4.0
(Based 474 Review)
(650) 56*****
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2020 Land Rover Defender S

110 P300 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$41,800
Est. $567/mo
$2,212 Below market
RMV: $44,012
Price Drop, $40
Earlier Price: $41,840 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 62,922 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
76 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
I4
Automatic
Land Rover San Diego
San Diego, CA
4.0
(Based 921 Review)
(855) 97*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$49,422
Est. $670/mo
$2,471 Below market
RMV: $51,893
Price Drop, $1,282
Earlier Price: $50,704 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 38,161 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
56 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jaguar Land Rover Peabody
Peabody, MA
4.0
(Based 576 Review)
(978) 53*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$51,499
Est. $699/mo
$3,252 Below market
RMV: $54,751
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $51,999 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 18,668 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
19 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Mercedes-Benz of South Orlando
Orlando, FL
4.0
(Based 5509 Review)
(407) 36*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$48,576
Est. $659/mo
$2,365 Below market
RMV: $50,941
Price Drop, $809
Earlier Price: $49,385 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 43,965 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
75 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jaguar Land Rover Peabody
Peabody, MA
4.0
(Based 576 Review)
(978) 53*****
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2020 Land Rover Defender S

110 P300 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$45,544
Est. $618/mo
$1,811 Below market
RMV: $47,355
Mileage 37,877 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
2 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Allen Turner Chevrolet
Crestview, FL
4.0
(Based 1815 Review)
(850) 68*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$51,082
Est. $693/mo
$2,154 Below market
RMV: $53,236
Price Drop, $1,042
Earlier Price: $52,124 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 24,976 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
55 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jaguar Land Rover Redwood City
Redwood City, CA
4.0
(Based 474 Review)
(650) 56*****
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2021 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$47,500
Est. $644/mo
$1,849 Below market
RMV: $49,349
Price Drop, $2,491
Earlier Price: $49,991 (11 Nov 2024)
Mileage 30,077 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
64 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Suburban Toyota of Troy
Troy, MI
4.0
(Based 2234 Review)
(947) 333*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$46,518
Est. $631/mo
$1,715 Below market
RMV: $48,233
Price Drop, $438
Earlier Price: $46,956 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 30,749 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
104 Days in market
SUV
I4
Automatic
The Taverna Collection
Hollywood, FL
4.0
(Based 1239 Review)
(954) 27*****
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2020 Land Rover Defender S

110 P300 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$45,500
Est. $617/mo
$1,791 Below market
RMV: $47,291
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $46,000 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 36,579 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
54 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jaguar Land Rover Porsche Volvo of Greenville
Greenville, SC
4.0
(Based 1066 Review)
(864) 75*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$46,780
Est. $635/mo
$1,657 Below market
RMV: $48,437
Price Rise, $305
Earlier Price: $46,475 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 44,434 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
172 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Volkswagen of Waco
Waco, TX
4.0
(Based 1352 Review)
(254) 26*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$48,791
Est. $662/mo
$1,471 Below market
RMV: $50,262
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $48,991 (28 Oct 2024)
Mileage 41,585 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
43 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Land Rover Northfield
Northfield, IL
4.0
(Based 805 Review)
(847) 44*****
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About 2021 Land Rover Defender


3.5

Overall Rating

The brand Land Rover reopened the chapter of its prestigious nameplates with introducing the new Land Rover Defender in 2020; the car was completely redesigned from tip to toe for the 2020 model and the 2021 model will not get any new significant changes.

For the year 2021, Land Rover expands the availability of the Defender 90 compact SUV by introducing more trims to its US lineup. Then, a new X-Dynamic model comes in to bridge the gap between the base Defender and Defender X trims. With prices starting from $46,100 for the base trim, the 2021 Land Rover Defender is available in 2 body styles - the three-door "90" variant, and the five-door "110" variant which is reviewed separately.

The new 2021 Land Rover Defender X-Dynamic has glossy Navik Black doors and wheel arches cladded in Silicon Satin skid plates to set itself apart. Land Rover offers several options such as graphics packages, contrasting while/black roofs, roof racks, roof-mounted ladders, and much more across all models of the Defender. At the same time, the 2021 Defender's interior is loaded with ample tech and features to make every journey delightful.

Creating a new benchmark in style, quality, and performance, the 2021 Land Rover Defender will be one of the best off-roaders in the U.S. market. The Defender will be offered in 6 different trim levels however, we would recommend the ‘S’ trim. It gets all the necessary features for a daily driver like Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and many more and offers the performance of a Land Rover when you fancy a drive through the wilderness.

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2021 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$48,990
Est. $665/mo
$1,090 Below market
RMV: $50,080
Mileage 26,601 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
34 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Vantage Auto Collection
Lodi, NJ
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$46,998
Est. $638/mo
$2,050 Below market
RMV: $49,048
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $47,998 (5 Nov 2024)
Mileage 56,561 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
77 Days in market
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jaguar Land Rover Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks, CA
4.0
(Based 410 Review)
(805) 26*****
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2020 Land Rover Defender S

110 P300 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$47,990
Est. $651/mo
$1,619 Below market
RMV: $49,609
Mileage 17,111 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
46 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
I4
Automatic
O'Meara Ford
Northglenn, CO
4.0
(Based 3447 Review)
(720) 64*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$51,992
Est. $705/mo
$1,652 Below market
RMV: $53,644
Price Drop, $3
Earlier Price: $51,995 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 31,458 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
93 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jaguar Land Rover Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
4.0
(Based 1439 Review)
(980) 24*****
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2021 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$47,995
Est. $651/mo
$1,107 Below market
RMV: $49,102
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $48,995 (29 Oct 2024)
Mileage 40,712 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
92 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
ZAG Motors - Everett
Everett, WA
4.0
(Based 1163 Review)
(425) 28*****
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2022 Land Rover Defender S

110 S 4dr SUV 4WD (2.0L 4cyl 8A)

$48,879
Est. $663/mo
$1,262 Below market
RMV: $50,141
Price Drop, $398
Earlier Price: $49,277 (7 Nov 2024)
Mileage 32,517 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
84 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Paul Miller Chevrolet
Caldwell, NJ
4.0
(Based 395 Review)
(973) 60*****
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2021 Land Rover Defender Review


Pros

  • One of the most off-road capable vehicles on the planet
  • Smooth on-road ride quality
  • Responsive engine
  • Plush and practical cabin
  • Ample of tech

Cons

  • Low fuel economy
  • Optional accessories add a lot to the base price
  • Heavy cargo door

The brand Land Rover reopened the chapter of its prestigious nameplates with introducing the new Land Rover Defender in 2020; the car was completely redesigned from tip to toe for the 2020 model and the 2021 model will not get any new significant changes.

Overview


For the year 2021, Land Rover expands the availability of the Defender 90 compact SUV by introducing more trims to its US lineup. Then, a new X-Dynamic model comes in to bridge the gap between the base Defender and Defender X trims. With prices starting from $46,100 for the base trim, the 2021 Land Rover Defender is available in 2 body styles - the three-door "90" variant, and the five-door "110" variant which is reviewed separately.

The new 2021 Land Rover Defender X-Dynamic has glossy Navik Black doors and wheel arches cladded in Silicon Satin skid plates to set itself apart. Land Rover offers several options such as graphics packages, contrasting while/black roofs, roof racks, roof-mounted ladders, and much more across all models of the Defender. At the same time, the 2021 Defender's interior is loaded with ample tech and features to make every journey delightful.

Pricing and Features
6.0/10


The 2021 Land Rover Defender 90 will be offered in 5 different trims: Base, S, X-Dynamic S, First Edition, and X. The prices start from $46,100 and range up to $80,500 for the top-of-the-line trim. Leasing a 2021 Land Rover Defender will cost you around $1,019/month for 36 months after a 10% down payment rounded off.

The 2021 Defender 90 and Defender 90 S models gets a 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 (P300) engine while all the other variants get a more powerful 3.0L Twincharged (turbocharged + supercharged) mild-hybrid inline-6 (P400) engine.

Trim

Base

S X-Dynamic  First Edition  X

MSRP 

$46,100 $49,400 $57,800 $64,100 $80,500

Key Features

Terrain Response

Adds/Upgrades to Base Adds/Upgrades to S Adds/Upgrades to X-Dynamic Adds/Upgrades to First Edition
  18-inch Wheels 18-inch Wheels 19-inch 6-spoke Gloss Black Wheels 20-inch 5-spoke Gloss Silver Wheels 20-inch 5 Split-spoke Gloss Dark Grey Wheels

 

LED Exterior Lighting

LED Exterior Lighting Premium LED Headlights with Signature DRL Automatic Headlight Leveling Darkened Tail Lights

 

Leather Gearshift

Leather Gearshift Light Oyster Morzine Headlining Metal treadplates with First Edition Branding Leather Steering Wheel

 

Ebony Fabric Seats
Ebony Fabric Seats
Ebony Grained Leather and Robustec Woven Textile Seats Front Jump Seat Vintage Tan/Ebony Windsor Leather and Steelcut Premium Textile Seats

 

Analog Dials with Central TFT Display

Analog Dials with Central TFT Display Meridian Sound System Meridian Surround Sound System Heads-Up Display

Otherwise, all models come standard with Land Rover's coveted Terrain Response system and all-wheel drive. Higher models also get features like a heads-up display and leather-wrapped steering wheel. The base model comes with 18-inch wheels but as you move up the trim-ladder, there's a choice of 19- and 20-inch wheels as well.

See Full 2021 Land Rover Defender Trims and Configurations >>

Compare the 2021 Land Rover Defender Specs and Features side by side >>

Buying Advice


While even the base model is loaded enough, according to us the the ‘X-Dynamic’ trim is the best Land Rover Defender you can buy. At a price of $57,800 MSRP, the 2021 Land Rover Defender X-Dynamic is the cheapest model you can get with the 3.0L Twincharged inline-6 engine and features such as 19-inch wheels, premium LED headlights, and Meridian Sound System.

Check out the Warranty, Maintenance Costs, and Reliability Ratings of the 2021 Land Rover Defender! >>

Engine and Performance
7.0/10


"In all, the Defender is as capable as the best Wrangler off road with a more comfortable, refined, and controlled demeanor on the road." - TheCarConnection.com

The  Defender gets a total of 2 engine options - a 2.0L Turbocharged 4-cylinder and a 3.0L Twincharged inline-6. The Base variant gets the 2.0L Turbocharged inline-4 which produces 296 hp and 296 lb-ft torque that is more than enough for regular day-to-day use. In case you are into more power and serious off-roading then you can go with the new 3.0-liter inline-six that is available in the 2021 Defender's X-Dynamic, First Edition, and X variants.

The 3.0L engine of the Defender will be twin-charged (supercharged+turbocharged) and also it has got a 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance system that's good for a combined 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. As standard, the Defender will be offered with 8-Speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive, and Land Rover's Terrain Response 2 system.

The eight-speed automatic gearbox and All-Wheel Drive systems certainly make the Defender a capable and comfortable vehicle that is a strong hitter in the performance division. The 2.0L engine under the hood of the Defender is one of the most powerful units in the segment. The 2021 Jeep Wrangler's 3.6L V6 engine ranks second with its 285 ponies and 260 lb-ft of twisties.

Models

2021 Land Rover Defender

2021 Jeep Wrangler

2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

MSRP

$46,100

$39,300

$51,645

Engine

2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4

3.6L V6

4.0L V6

Drivetrain

AWD

AWD

AWD

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

5-Speed Automatic

Power

296 hp @ 5500 RPM

285 hp @ 6400 RPM

270 hp @ 5600 RPM

Torque

295 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM

260 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM

278 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM

0-60 MPH (seconds)

7.7

6.1

7.7

Quarter-Mile (seconds)

16.4

15.5

16.1

Top-Speed (MPH)

119

111

115

The Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro's 4.0L V6 engine is the biggest displacement engine in the class yet belts out the meekest power figures. The 2021 Land Rover Defender with its base 2.0 engine does 0-60 in 7.7 seconds. Meanwhile, the Land Rover Defender P400 goes from 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds. The mild-hybrid system assists by compensating for the turbo lag, making sure you have plenty of torque even at low revs.

Read Full 2021 Land Rover Defender Performance Review >>


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  • Land Rover Defender V8 spied at the Nurburgring
  • Check out the all-new Jeep Wrangler 4xe Hybrid

Fuel Economy
8.0/10


The 2021 Land Rover Defender 2.0L P300 returns city/highway/combined mpg of 18/21/19, respectively. Meanwhile, with the more potent 396 hp 3.0L P400 Mild-hybrid engine, the EPA-rated fuel economy figures drip to 17 mpg in the city, 22 on the highway, and 19 mpg combined. The 2021 Land Rover Defender 2.0L P300 gets a fuel tank capacity of 23.3 gallons which gives it a combined range of well over 440 miles. 

Models

2021 Land Rover Defender

2021 Jeep Wrangler

2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

MPG (City)

18

17

16

MPG (Highway)

21

25

19

MPG (Combined)

19

20

17

Fuel Capacity (Gallons)

23.4

17.5

23.0

Range (City/Highway/Combined) (Miles)

421/491/445

298/438/350

368/437/391

Whereas, the 2021 Defender 3.0L P400 gets a fuel tank capacity of 23.4 gallons. The Jeep Wrangler's fuel efficiency outshines the entire segment. The Jeep Wrangler is capable of doing 22 MPG in city traffic conditions, which is impressive considering it is a full-sized off-roader. However, the Defender gets the biggest fuel tank of the lot and in turn, offers a better range between fuel stops.

See Full 2021 Land Rover Defender MPG Ratings >>

Interior
7.0/10


"The Defender is (unlike the Jeep) super-roomy too, with a wide cabin and loads of rear legroom." - TopGear.com

The 2021 Land Rover Defender's interior is a perfect blend of quality and utility. The Defender gets an all-new designed dashboard, however the moment you step inside, you still find the styling cues of an authentic Land Rover. The brand has managed to give it a modern look with a hint of an old-school design. The visibility from inside is impeccable, which comes in really handy when treading off the road.

You also get a long list of toys to play with and the amazing Land Rover terrain response makes the Defender relentless while on the move. There is nothing too luxurious, but the Defender's interior is comparable with many other current-generation SUVs. The overall build quality is good, and some small noticeable hints give you the same vibe as the old Defender. 

The 2021 Land Rover Defender offers highly configurable space, giving you a choice of two front seats in a walk-through cabin, a front jump seat, and a seven-seater layout. The center-stack mounted gear lever helps open up space alongside the driver and passenger and also enables certain models to have a folding jump seat.

Models

2021 Land Rover Defender

2021 Jeep Wrangler

2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

Front Row (Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) (inches)

40.6/60.8/39.1 42.6/55.7/41.2 38.6/57.8/41.7

Rear Row (Headroom/Shoulder room/Legroom) (inches)

38.6/56.4/36.6 41.7/57.7/35.7 38.6/57.8/32.9

Cargo Capacity (cubic feet)

15.6

12.9

47.2

The 2021 Land Rover Defender offers a cargo capacity of 15.6 cubic feet. The storage is not only limited to the inside. A Land Rover Defender with a roof rack can carry more than 660 lbs of luggage and there are additional hooks for hanging fuel cans. The Defender gets the brand's all-new touchscreen infotainment system which is dubbed with Pivi Pro and makes use of a single 10-inch screen.

The UI and response time is much better and is equipped with the latest smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Unlike the dual-screen systems in their new offerings such as the Velar and Evoque, the Defender makes do with a single screen. Land Rover grants the Defender a satellite-linked navigation system that is active even without the need for any internet or cell phone reception.  

Moreover, Meridian grants three options for the audio system for the 2021 Land Rover Defender. A basic 6-speaker sound system, a 10-speaker 400W audio system with subwoofer and active noise cancellation which is available in the First Edition trim, and a 14-speaker premium audio system with a 700W amplifier and Trifield Surround Sound technology which you get when you upgrade to the X trim. 

Some of the most prominent infotainment features of the 2021 Land Rover Defender are:

  • AM/FM/HD Radio
  • 2 USB Ports
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • External Temperature Display
  • Air Quality Sensor

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Exterior
6.0/10


"Land Rover didn’t go overly retro with the Defender, instead building a modern SUV with nods to the Defender’s past." - TheCarConnection.com

Land Rover has managed to give a hint of the 50s model to the new Land Rover Defender, it would easily strum your heartstring and not lose its practicality and capabilities too. Following and matching all the regulations and being safe at the same time too. The new Defender looks modern and at the same time maintains the boxy characteristics of a big SUV. 

The 2021 Land Rover Defender is one tough cookie. The body is protected by skid plates and reinforced steel bumpers. This takes off the worry that you'll break something the next time you go trailing into the Rockies. A 1.7-gallon water reservoir with a spryer hose enables you to wash out the dirt and mud off the car. Going camping? A Land Rover Defender with roof tent makes for a perfect space.

The roof can also be equipped with a roof rack, insulated tent, bike stand, or a ski-snowboard carrier, depending on what you fancy on your voyage. The new 2021 Land Rover Defender gets exterior features such as LED headlights, panoramic roof, 20-inch wheels with all-season tires, and much more. The list of features increases as we go up the line-up. 

Models

2021 Land Rover Defender

2021 Jeep Wrangler

2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Curb Weight (lbs)

4550

4160

4750

Length (inches)

180.4

166.8

191.3

Width (inches)

79.1

73.8

75.8

Height (inches)

77.7

73.6

72.0

Ground Clearance (inches)

8.5

10.8

9.6

Wheelbase (inches)

101.9

96.8

109.8

The 2021 Land Rover Defender offers a total of 10 color options - ranging from shades of gray to white, blue, green, and black. The Land Rover Defender's dimensions outpass its competitors in almost every aspect. Be it the length of the car, width, height, ground clearance, or the wheelbase, in all the aspects the Defender tops the list. The high ground clearance on the Defender definitely transpires into more potent off-road manners.

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Safety
9.0/10


The Land Rover Defender comes equipped with all of the modern safety features that you would expect from a vehicle of this segment and more. The 2021 Land Rover Defender has not been tested by the NHTSA or the IIHS yet. Regardless, the modified D7 aluminum chassis is claimed by the chief designer Gerry McGovern to be one of the strongest ever seen on a Land Rover. 

Apart from numerous claims regarding its structural rigidity, the Defender has also been praised for its suite of safety and driver assistance tech. Active safety techs like lane departure warning, automated emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control are all offered as standard in the Defender.

Some of the most eminent safety features aboard the 2021 Land Rover Defender are:

  • Electronic Stability Control(ESC) with Roll Stability Control
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control
  • Side Impact beams
  • Dual-Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Airbags
  • Front Collision Warning with Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitoring with Cross-Traffic Alert And Trailer Detection
  • Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist
  • Front And Rear Parking Sensors
  • Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Dual-stage Driver and Passenger Front Airbags
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
  • First Aid Kit
  • Rear Child Safety Locks
  • Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts
  • 3D Surround-View Camera

Moreover, the optional Driver Assist Package arms the Defender with Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Rear Collision Warning. Apart from that, the Defender can also be equipped with LED lights that keenly monitor the surroundings and a 3D surround-view camera that gives you an unobstructed image of the Defender along with its surroundings.

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Competition
6.0/10


2021 Land Rover Defender vs 2021 Jeep Wrangler 

The Jeep Wrangler is much cheaper than the Defender. However, it is not as practical as the Defender. The stiff suspension setup of the Wrangler gives it great off-road capabilities, however, it feels a bit harsh on the normal roads. The Defender can handle the off-road tracks and the normal city driving conditions with the same poise.

The Defender also triumphs the Wrangler in terms of interior space and features offered. The Defender is also more powerful than the Wrangler. However, the Wrangler offers more horsepower per dollar as well as better fuel efficiency.

2021 Land Rover Defender vs 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

The Defender is a more modern and luxurious option to go with and also has a bigger heritage push. Both of the cars are better in their own ways, the prices of these cars are somewhat similar. The 4Runner TRD Pro gets a better value as being a Toyota, the reliability and maintenance become very easy. On the other hand, the Land Rover will come in handy in case you like to take the roads less taken!

The 4Runner TRD Pro is comparatively more expensive than the Defender and offers less power. Moreover, the 4Runner TRD Pro is also less fuel-efficient than the Defender. When seen as a complete package, the Defender proves of better value in almost every aspect.

Final Verdict


The Ultimate off-roader, the Defender is back with a bang. The new Defender is modern and completely up to date with the latest techs. The unformidable Land Rover Terrain Response system gives the Defender an ultimate go-anywhere attitude. However, all of the fun comes at a certain price. The 2021 Land Rover Defender will have a starting price tag of just a shy under $50,000. However, the latest iteration certainly feels worth the price.