Land Rover Defender S (2026) price & specs
Overview
The 2026 Land Rover Defender S is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 5th June 2025. The Land Rover Defender is regarded as a small SUV built in Slovakia with prices starting at $99,500 before on-road costs.
This Land Rover Defender is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 183 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 570 Nm of torque (at 1250 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. Land Rover claims the Defender S uses 7.9L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 256g of CO2. It has a 85L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1076km per full tank
The Land Rover Defender measures 1967mm (77.4 inches) in height, 4758mm (187.3 inches) in length, 1996mm (78.6 inches) in width with a 3022mm (119.0 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2399kg (5288.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Defender S comes standard with 255/65 R19 front tyres and 255/65 R19 rear tyres. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2026 Land Rover Defender S has a 227mm ground clearance with a 3500kg braked and 3500kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Dimensions
inc mirror: 2,105 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,758 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,996 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,105 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,967 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,022 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,840 mm |
| Load Capacity | 821 mm |
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Transmission: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Guidance Display
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Trailer Assist
Automatic Steering: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Alexa
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 179
CO2 Level (Combined): 256
CO2 Level (Urban): 207
Standard Met: Eu6 D
Engine
Engine (cc): 2996
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
WLTP Emissions
HEV Charge Sustaining Testing Type: Hev Charge Sustaining
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 22.5
Main Capacity (L): 85
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.7
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 55
Motor 1 Location: Belt-Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 13.6
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 10.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Cell Count: 14
Battery Cell Type: Pouch
Battery Supplier: Lg Energy Solution
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 48.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.20
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Useable Battery (kWh): 0.20
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 13.10
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1076
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 669
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 24
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Standard: Wltp Hev Charge Sustaining
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 188
Maximum Speed (mph): 117
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 249
Maximum Power (kW): 183
Maximum Torque (Nm): 570
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 249
Maximum Power (kW): 183
Maximum Torque (Nm): 570
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time/Disconnect
Selection: Automatic
Transmission
Code: 8hp76x
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 114
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 114
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Locking Wheel Nuts: yes
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Locking Wheel Nuts: yes
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 72.7
Cargo Volume (L): 2059
Height (in): 36.9
Height (mm): 1423
Length (in): 58.0
Length (mm): 1472
Standard Measurement: DIN
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 45.7
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1160
Width (in): 56.0
Width (mm): 1423
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12840
Front Track (in): 67.1
Front Track (mm): 1704
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 227
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 42.1
Overall Height (in): 77.4
Overall Height (mm): 1967
Overall Length (in): 187.3
Overall Length (mm): 4758
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 79.1
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 2008
Overall Width (in): 78.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2105
Overall Width (mm): 1996
Rear Overhang (in): 45.3
Rear Overhang (mm): 1151
Rear Track (in): 65.7
Rear Track (mm): 1669
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 43.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 13120
Wheelbase (in): 119.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3022
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 31.5
Departure Angle: 37.5
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: D7x
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Doors
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Operation: Single Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Single Hinged
Rear Height (in): 35.6
Rear Height (mm): 904
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Single Hinged
Rear Width (in): 37.5
Rear Width (mm): 953
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Third Row Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1530
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3373
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 7716
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3220
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7099
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 2420
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 5335
Manufacturer Driver Weight (kg): 75
Manufacturer Driver Weight (lb): 165
Payload Allowance (kg): 821
Payload Allowance (lb): 1810
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2399
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5289
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1800
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 3968
Tare Weight (kg): 2335
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Meridian
Number of Speakers: 4
Subwoofer: yes
Bulkhead
Height: Half
Width: Full
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 85.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20230401
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 71.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20261231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2020
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 76.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Litre Diesel
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Suede
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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