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2026 Land Rover Defender
The new Land Rover Defender is a large SUV offered in a Single Cab body style available in Australia from $98,400 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $313,800 for the Octa Black variant.
There are 9 variants of the Defender available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2020.
The new 2026 Defender is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Land Rover Defender include 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (221kW/640Nm), 3.0 in-line 6-cylinder turbo hybrid (183kW/570Nm), 3.0 in-line 6-cylinder turbo hybrid (257kW/700Nm), 3.0 in-line 6-cylinder turbo hybrid (257kW/700Nm), 4.4 v8 turbo hybrid (467kW/750Nm), 5.0 v8 supercharger (313kW/550Nm) and 5.0 v8 supercharger (368kW/610Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $98,400 - $313,800â€
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel, Premium Unleaded, Electric, or Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion, Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, or PHEV
- Retail Price
- $98,400 - $313,800â€
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel, Premium Unleaded, Electric, or Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion, Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, or PHEV
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Land Rover Defender
2026 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
2026 Land Rover Defender
Available Variants
The Land Rover Defender comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S and the most expensive being Octa Black.
2026 Land Rover Defender
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Power to Weight
77.51 - 186.06 kW/t
75.39 kW/t
231.62 kW/t
Boot Space
176 - 857 litres
176 litres
857 litres
Fuel Efficiency
3.4 - 13.1 L/100km
1.3 L/100km
13.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
679 - 2,618 km
654 km
4,722 km
Price
$98,400 - $313,800
$78,500
$376,300
Warranty (Years)
5 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 7 years
1 year
7 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,970 - 3,380 kg
2,520 kg
3,450 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,000 kg
1,500 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
30.1 - 40.2°
15°
40.2°
Departure Angle
24.5 - 42.8°
14.4°
42.8°
Ground Clearance Unladen
218 - 323 mm
166 mm
323 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
0.2 - 19.22 kWh
0.2 kWh
113 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
7 kW
3.7 kW
11 kW
DC Fast Charging (max kW)
32 kW
32 kW
390 kW
Vehicle Range (EV)
52 km
51 km
121 km
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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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2026 Land Rover Defender
Dimensions
4,583 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 | 4,583 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 | 729 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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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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2026 Land Rover Defender
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Land Rover Defender is the S variant that starts from $98,400.
See all Land Rover Defender PricingThe most expensive Land Rover Defender is the Octa Black variant that starts from $313,800.
See all Land Rover Defender PricingThe best towing capacity of a Land Rover Defender is offered by the S variant which can tow 3500 kg.
See all Land Rover Defender towing capacityThe largest Land Rover Defender is the X-Dynamic Se variant which measures 1996mm wide, 5098mm in length and sits 1970mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 467kW of power and 750nm of torque are the Octa and Octa Black variants.
The Land Rover Defender is manufactured in different countries, depending on the variant, then shipped to Australia. The Land Rover Defender may be manufactured in Great Britain or Slovakia.
The heaviest Land Rover Defender is the X-Dynamic Se variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3380 kg.
The Land Rover Defender may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel, Premium Unleaded, Electric or Unleaded.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
* Average savings based on recent CarExpert customer transactions. Actual savings will vary depending on vehicle make and model, location, stock availability, and other factors.
†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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