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2022 Land Rover Defender
The 2022 Land Rover Defender is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $74,516 for the base variant and topping out at $219,989 for the V8 variant.
There are 7 variants of the Defender available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2020.
The 2022 Defender was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Land Rover Defender include 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (221kW/400Nm), 3.0 in-line 6-cylinder turbo hybrid (147kW/500Nm), 3.0 in-line 6-cylinder turbo hybrid (183kW/570Nm), 3.0 in-line 6-cylinder electric compressor & supercharger hybrid (294kW/550Nm), 3.0 in-line 6-cylinder turbo hybrid (221kW/650Nm) and 5.0 v8 supercharger (386kW/625Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $74,516 - $219,989â€
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
- Retail Price
- $74,516 - $219,989â€
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
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Land Rover Defender
2022 Land Rover Defender
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
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2022 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 V8.
2022 Land Rover Defender
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Power to Weight
65.63 - 156.21 kW/t
65.63 kW/t
214.09 kW/t
Boot Space
176 - 857 litres
176 litres
857 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.9 - 12.8 L/100km
1.8 L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
703 - 1,076 km
420 km
3,944 km
Price
$74,516 - $219,989
$67,990
$336,100
Warranty (Years)
3 - 5 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km - Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 7 years
1 year
7 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,910 - 3,200 kg
2,435 kg
3,200 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
750 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
31.5 - 37.5°
16°
37.5°
Departure Angle
37.9 - 40°
14.4°
40°
Ground Clearance Unladen
226 - 291 mm
160 mm
291 mm
Explore Variants
Build your new Land Rover Defender
Select your specs to find the perfect Land Rover Defender for you.
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S
2025
$94,942
S
2026
$98,400
X-Dynamic Se
2025
$111,515
X-Dynamic Se
2026
$114,500
Trophy Edition
2026
$118,900
X-Dynamic Hse
2025
$127,141
X-Dynamic Hse
2026
$130,200
Sedona Edition
2025
$138,074
Outbound
2025
$138,951
X Dynamic Hse
2025
$141,541
Outbound
2026
$141,600
X
2025
$158,410
X
2026
$165,100
V8
2025
$196,070
V8
2026
$226,500
Octa
2025
$298,831
Octa
2026
$304,500
Octa Black
2026
$313,800
Octa Edition One
2025
$325,532
Year
2026
2025
Engine Type
3.0L Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
5.0L Combustion
2.0L PHEV
4.4L Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Fuel
Diesel
Premium Unleaded
Electric
Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
3 Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
183 kW
257 kW
313 kW
221 kW
368 kW
467 kW
294 kW
297 kW
386 kW
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2022 Land Rover Defender
Dimensions
4,323 mm
1,996 mm
inc mirror: 2,105 mm
inc mirror: 2,105 mm
1,974 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,323 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,996 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,105 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,974 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,587 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,300 mm |
| Load Capacity | 837 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Our Land Rover Defender Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
Land Rover Defender
Sales Data
20243,209Total Sales
20253,854Total Sales
2026121YTD Sales
Land Rover Defender Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2022 Land Rover Defender
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Land Rover Defender is the base variant that starts from $74,516.
See all Land Rover Defender PricingThe most expensive Land Rover Defender is the V8 variant that starts from $219,989.
See all Land Rover Defender PricingThe best towing capacity of a Land Rover Defender is 3500 kg shared by all variants.
See all Land Rover Defender towing capacityThe largest Land Rover Defender is the base variant which measures 1996mm wide, 4758mm in length and sits 1967mm tall.
The most powerful Land Rover Defender is the V8 variant which has 386kW of power and 625nm of torque.
The Land Rover Defender is built in Slovakia and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Land Rover Defender is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3200 kg.
The Land Rover Defender may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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