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2011 Land Rover Defender
The new Land Rover Defender is a small SUV offered in Single SUV, Double Cab Chassis, Double Utility, Single Cab Chassis and Single Utility body styles. Available in Australia from $44,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $55,250 for the Limited Edition.
There are 2 variants of the Defender available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.4L turbo diesel common rail (90kW/360Nm) and 2.4L turbo diesel direct injection (90kW/360Nm). All variants feature 6-speed manual transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 2011 Defender is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$44,990 - $55,250â€
Transmission
6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis, SUV, or Utility
Powertrain Type
Combustion
Retail Price
$44,990 - $55,250â€
Transmission
6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis, SUV, or Utility
Powertrain Type
Combustion
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
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2011 Land Rover Defender
Available Variants
The Land Rover Defender comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Limited Edition.
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Power to Weight
45.64 - 49.59 kW/t
45.64 kW/t
121.77 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
10 - 11 L/100km
6 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
600 - 682 km
571 km
1,067 km
Price
$44,990 - $55,250
$25,990
$55,250
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
1 year
3 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,750 - 3,050 kg
1,980 kg
3,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
1,300 kg
3,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
314 - 323 mm
172 mm
323 mm
Payload Capacity
935 - 1,213 kg
935 kg
1,213 kg
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Dimensions
3,894 mm
1,790 mm
2,021 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,894 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,790 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,021 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,362 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,300 mm |
| Load Capacity | 935 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Land Rover Defender is the Base that starts from $44,990.
See all Land Rover Defender PricingThe most expensive Land Rover Defender is the Limited Edition that starts from $55,250.
See all Land Rover Defender PricingThe best towing capacity of a Land Rover Defender is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: Base and Limited Edition.
See all Land Rover Defender towing capacityThe largest Land Rover Defender is the Base which measures 1790mm wide, 5170mm in length and sits 2021mm tall.
The most powerful Land Rover Defender is the Base which has 90kW of power from its 2.4L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The Land Rover Defender is built in Great Britain and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Land Rover Defender is the Base which weighs 3500 kg (kerb weight).
The Land Rover Defender uses Diesel.
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