Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Land Rover continued the Series I, II, and III range with the 90 and 110 models in the '80s and then introduced the Defender nameplate in late 1990.
After decades of producing the Land Rover Series models, the British carmaker finally decided on giving a proper name to the iconic off-road vehicle: Defender. It replaced the former 90 and 110 nameplates and became Defender 90 and Defender 110, respectively. Later on, Land Rover longer version named Defender 130.
In 1991, the off-road vehicle featured a ladder chassis and an aluminum bodywork. Its squared shape helped the driver see better the surrounding area. The flat front fascia sported a black grille, two round headlights, and smaller lamps for turn signals and parking lights. Unlike the shorter Defender 90, the 110 version featured a 110" (2,794 mm) wheelbase and four doors. At the back, a side-hinged door allowed access to the trunk or to the additional side-mounted seats.
Inside, the carmaker placed the driver's seat very close to the door card, and the steering was shifted toward the car's center. It was one of the most difficult driving positions in the industry, but it was a considerable advantage while going off-road. The driver just had to tilt its head on the outside to see the car's front wheels. In the back, the Defender featured a bench for three people with enough headroom and shoulder room but limited legroom. Behind the bench, the carmaker offered an option for side-mounted benches or just a loading area.
Under the hood, Land Rover installed either a 3.5-liter V-8 gasoline engine or a 2.5-liter turbo-diesel. Later on, it dropped the V-8 unit and improved the turbo-diesel powerplant. When Ford bought Rover, it replaced the older 2.5-liter inline-five with a 2.2-liter inline-four used on the Transit utility vehicle. The Defender featured live axles, both front and rear, and coil springs. A low-range transfer case allowed an all-wheel-drive system with a locking center differential.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V8 5MT AWD (136 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 3528 cm3 |
Power: | 100 KW @ 5000 RPM 136 HP @ 5000 RPM 134 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 189 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM 256 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 21.1 gallons (79.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 89.5 mph (144 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/80 R16 S |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 80.3 in (2040 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.7 in (1,491/1,491 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 109.8 in (2789 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.8 in (198 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 56.5 cuFT (1600 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4365.2 lbs (1980 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6724.1 lbs (3050 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 13 mpg US (18.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 430 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L TD 5MT AWD (122 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2495 cm3 |
Power: | 90 KW @ 4200 RPM 122 HP @ 4200 RPM 121 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 1950 RPM 300 Nm @ 1950 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 21.1 gallons (79.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 80.8 mph (130 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 17.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/80 R16 S |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 80.3 in (2040 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.7 in (1,491/1,491 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 109.8 in (2789 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.8 in (198 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 56.5 cuFT (1600 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4530.5 lbs (2055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6503.6 lbs (2950 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.5 mpg US (12.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 286 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L TD 5MT AWD (86 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V4 |
Displacement: | 2495 cm3 |
Power: | 63 KW @ 4000 RPM 86 HP @ 4000 RPM 84 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 150 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 203 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 21.1 gallons (79.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 73.3 mph (118 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 24 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/80 R16 S |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 80.3 in (2040 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.7 in (1,491/1,491 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 109.8 in (2789 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.8 in (198 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 56.5 cuFT (1600 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4078.6 lbs (1850 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6724.1 lbs (3050 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L TDI 5MT AWD (113 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2495 cm3 |
Power: | 83 KW @ 4000 RPM 113 HP @ 4000 RPM 111 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 196 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 265 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 21.1 gallons (79.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 85.1 mph (137 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 18.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/80 R16 S |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 80.3 in (2040 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.7 in (1,491/1,491 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 109.8 in (2789 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.8 in (198 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 56.5 cuFT (1600 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4530.5 lbs (2055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6724.1 lbs (3050 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |