Is the Land Rover Defender’s D7x monocoque platform a meaningful upgrade over body-on-frame SUVs?

Name: Land Rover Defender specifications
Brand: Land Rover
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Last Updated on: 05 Aug 2026

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Land Rover Defender specifications

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₹1.23 - ₹3.13 Crore

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Starting₹1.78 Lakh/month

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Land Rover Defender key specifications

The Defender is a SUV with a choice of petrol and diesel engines, depending on the chosen variant. All variants, however, are mated with the same 8-speed AT that sends power to all the wheels (4WD). With a seating capacity ranging between 5 and 8 seats, it offers a body style suitable for both personal and family buyers.

The Land Rover Defender engine options include one diesel and four petrol choices. Here are the Defender engine specifications:

Engine	3-litre twin-turbo inline-six mild-hybrid diesel	2-litre inline-four turbo-petrol	3-litre inline-six mild hybrid turbo-petrol	5-litre supercharged V8 petrol	4.4-litre twin-turbo mild hybrid V8 petrol
Capacity (cc)	2,997	1,997	2,996	5,000	4,395
No. of cylinders	6	4	6	8	8
Power (hp)	345	296	394	420 / 518 / 493	626
Torque (Nm)	700	400	550	550 / 625 / 610	750
Transmission	8-speed AT	8-speed AT	8-speed AT	8-speed AT	8-speed AT
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
0-100kph (sec)	6.2	7.4	6.1	5.6 / 5.2 / 5.7	4.0
Top speed (kph)	191	191	191	191 / 240 / 240	250

Being an SUV, the Defender is also capable of heavy off-roading. Here are the off-road specs of the different versions of the Defender SUV:

	Defender 90	Defender 110	Defender 130	Defender Octa
Ground clearance (mm)	226 (coil suspension) / 295 (air suspension)	226 (coil suspension) / 293 (air suspension)	293 (air suspension)	323 (air suspension)
Approach angle (degree)	31.6 (coil suspension) / 37.4 (air suspension)	32 (coil suspension) / 37.6 (air suspension)	37.5 (air suspension)	40.2 (air suspension)
Break over angle (degree)	24.2 (coil suspension) / 30.7 (air suspension)	22.2 (coil suspension) / 27.9 (air suspension)	27.9 (air suspension)	29 (air suspension)
Departure angle (degree)	38 (coil suspension) / 39.8 (air suspension)	37.7 (coil suspension) / 41.9 (air suspension)	25.8 (air suspension)	42.8 (air suspension)
Water wading capacity (mm)	850 (coil suspension) / 900 (air suspension)	850 (coil suspension) / 900 (air suspension)	900 (air suspension)	1,000 (air suspension)

*The mentioned specifications are in the off-road mode.

Mileage 6.8 kmpl - 10.8 kmpl	Engine 1997 cc - 5000 cc
Fuel Type Petrol, Diesel	Transmission Torque Converter
Body Style SUV	Seats 5 - 8

Land Rover Defender specifications

Variant110 OCTA Black P635 4.4 Petrol

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type	Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement	4395 cc
Number of Cylinders	8
Engine Installation	Front
Fuel Type/ Propulsion	Petrol
Gearbox Type	Torque Converter
Number of Gears	8
Drive Layout	All Wheel Drive
Max Engine Power	635 hp at 5855 - 7000 rpm
Max Engine Torque	750 Nm at 1800 - 5855 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection
Emission Standard	Bharat Stage VI
Official Fuel Economy	7.3 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type	Independent, Double Wishbone
Front Springs	Air Springs
Rear Suspension Type	Independent, Multi-link
Rear Springs	Air Springs
Type of Power Assist	Electric
Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Wheel Size	20 inches
Front Tyre Size	275/60 R20
Rear Tyre Size	275/60 R20
Wheels	Alloys

Dimensions

Length	5003 mm
Width	2064 mm
Height	1995 mm
Wheelbase	3023 mm
Ground Clearance	323 mm
Chassis Type	Monocoque
Boot Capacity	786 - 1875 litres
Doors	5

Land Rover Defender features

Variant110 OCTA Black P635 4.4 Petrol

Comfort

12 Volt Port
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bottle Holder in Doors
Door Pockets
Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold	Yes with power folding
Interior Lamps

Safety

Overspeed Warning
Speed Sensing Door Lock

Exterior

ORVM turn indicators

Land Rover Defender variants comparison

110 X Dynamic HSE P300 2.0 Petrol

1997 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹122.97 Lakh

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Key features

Adaptive Cruise Control

Panoramic Sunroof

On-board Satellite Navigation

Remote AC On / Off via App

Front Only Ventilated Seats

110 X Dynamic HSE D350 3.0 Diesel

2997 cc | Diesel | Torque Converter

₹156.62 Lakh

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Key features

Adaptive Cruise Control

Electronic Stability Control

Traction Control

Panoramic Sunroof

Part Digital / Part Analogue Digital Instrument Cluster

110 Trophy Edition D350 3.0 Diesel

2997 cc | Diesel | Torque Converter

₹157.63 Lakh

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Key features

Hands-free Boot Opening

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Adaptive Cruise Control

Electronic Stability Control

Traction Control

110 X D350 3.0 Diesel

2997 cc | Diesel | Torque Converter

₹167.55 Lakh

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Key features

With Display Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Part Digital / Part Analogue Digital Instrument Cluster

Wireless Android Auto

Remote AC On / Off via App

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

110 X Dynamic HSE P425 5.0 Petrol

5000 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹168.38 Lakh

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Key features

Antenna

Adaptive Cruise Control

Electronic Stability Control

Traction Control

Hill Descent Control

90 V8 P525 5.0 Petrol

5000 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹170.77 Lakh

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Key features

Brake Assist (BA)

Steering Audio Controls

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Wheel Arch Cladding

Adaptive Cruise Control

130 HSE X-Dynamic D350 3.0 Diesel

2997 cc | Diesel | Torque Converter

₹172.41 Lakh

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Key features

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Third Row Seats

Shark Fin Antenna

Third Row AC Vents

Third Row Seats Fold

110 V8 X P425 5.0 Petrol

5000 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹179.14 Lakh

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Key features

With Display Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Part Digital / Part Analogue Digital Instrument Cluster

Wireless Android Auto

Remote AC On / Off via App

60:40 Rear Seat Backrest Split

130 X D350 3.0 Diesel

2997 cc | Diesel | Torque Converter

₹184.56 Lakh

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Key features

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Third Row Seats

Shark Fin Antenna

Third Row AC Vents

Third Row Seats Fold

130 HSE X-Dynamic P425 5.0 Petrol

5000 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹186.31 Lakh

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Key features

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Third Row Seats

Shark Fin Antenna

Third Row AC Vents

Third Row Seats Fold

90 X P425 5.0 Petrol

5000 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹194.67 Lakh

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Key features

Antenna

Adaptive Cruise Control

Electronic Stability Control

Traction Control

Hill Descent Control

130 X P425 5.0 Petrol

5000 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹198.26 Lakh

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Key features

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Third Row Seats

Shark Fin Antenna

Third Row AC Vents

Third Row Seats Fold

130 V8 P500 5.0 Petrol

5000 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹217.50 Lakh

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Key features

Third Row AC Vents

Third Row Seats

Third Row Seats Fold

Adaptive Cruise Control

Electronic Stability Control

110 OCTA P635 4.4 Petrol

4395 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹286.81 Lakh

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Key features

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Part Digital / Part Analogue Digital Instrument Cluster

Wireless Android Auto

Remote AC On / Off via App

60:40 Rear Seat Backrest Split

110 OCTA Black P635 4.4 Petrol

4395 cc | Petrol | Torque Converter

₹312.98 Lakh

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Key features

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Overspeed Warning

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold with Power Folding

Audio and Phone Steering Mounted Controls

Bluetooth Connectivity

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Land Rover Defender FAQs

The Land Rover Defender’s D7x aluminium monocoque platform improves on-road comfort and handling compared with traditional body-on-frame SUVs, while still retaining strong off-road capability. It results in a more stable, less utilitarian driving feel on tarmac, though it does not change the basic purpose of the vehicle.

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Land Rover Defender On Road Price in India

Cities	On road price
Chennai	₹1.30 - ₹3.31 Crore
Delhi	₹1.20 - ₹3.05 Crore
Gurgaon	₹1.20 - ₹3.05 Crore
Hyderabad	₹1.28 - ₹3.26 Crore
Kolkata	₹1.20 - ₹3.05 Crore