Introduction
What Car? says...
Reinventing an automotive icon like the Land Rover Defender isn’t easy. It involves taking special care to pay respect to the original without producing something overly clichéd or, even worse, a parody.
It's something Land Rover thought long and hard about before reviving the Defender name tag. After all, how do you create a product that proudly (rather than cynically) follows up on an icon long beloved by everyone from mountain rescue teams to urban hipsters?
The Defender 90 is a rival to SUVs including the Audi Q5 and BMW X3, as well as more rugged alternatives, such as the Toyota Land Cruiser. In 110 form, particularly in the higher trim levels, the Defender treads into Audi Q7 and Volvo XC90 territory, while those in search of serious off-road prowess will want to consider the Jeep Wrangler and Mercedes G-Class.
Over the next few pages, this Land Rover Defender review will tell you whether the current model lives up to the reputation of the iconic original and how it compares with its many, varied rivals.
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| RRP price range | £57,590 - £108,790 |
|---|---|
| Number of trims (see all) | 9 |
| Number of engines (see all) | 5 |
| Available fuel types (which is best for you?) | hybrid, diesel, petrol |
| MPG range across all versions | 19.1 - 85.6 |
| Available doors options | 3 |
| Warranty | 3 years / No mileage cap |
| Company car tax at 20% (min/max) | £1,761 / £7,880 |
| Company car tax at 40% (min/max) | £3,522 / £15,761 |
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