Teasers usually give you a hint of the things to come, and it intends to generate interest, create hype, and could sometimes make you curious. That’s the reason why it’s called a teaser.
However, Land Rover Philippines doesn’t want to follow the norm as it teases the arrival of the all-new Defender in the local market. Yup, Land Rover PH doesn’t give a… Well, nevermind.
The Land Rover Defender at its natural habitat
Land Rover PH shared to its Facebook page that the all-new Defender is “finally hitting the breaks here in the Philippines soon!”. The company is also taking pre-orders as of this writing and says that there will only be limited units available.
Upon checking Land Rover PH’s website, we learned that the new Defender will be offered with a starting price of Php 6,190,000. Aside from the price, the website allows you to explore everything the Defender has to offer.
You can browse to know more about its design, accessory packages, tech features, and more. Now that’s how to reveal a teaser that says a lot.
Water crossing? The Defender can easily do that
From the looks of it, Land Rover PH may offer four variants of the new Land Rover Defender 2020, which comprises the following: 90, 110, 90 First Edition, and 110 First Edition. In case you’re wondering, the Defender 90 comes with three doors while the 110 comes with five and it has a longer body.
The Land Rover Defender 90 (left) and 110 (right)
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The Defender is also available in four accessory packages that intend to suit your specific needs and lifestyle. The accessory packs include the following: Explorer, Adventure, Country, and Urban.
Each of the said accessory packages has its own unique design and feature. However, there’s no word yet if Land Rover PH will have the said accessory packages available locally.
The all-new Land Rover Defender can go through any terrain
The Land Rover Defender is powered either by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine or a diesel counterpart of the same displacement. The gasoline power unit produces 300 hp and 400 Nm of torque.
On the other hand, the 2.0-liter diesel can either produce 200 hp or 240 hp while both generate 430 Nm of torque. All engines are connected to an automatic transmission.
Moreover, the Defender has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 kg and can wade up to 900 mm, further cementing the iconic nameplate’s off-roading prowess. To put things in perspective, SUVs and pickup trucks here in the Philippines have an average wading depth of 800mm.
Land Rover PH has yet to announce when will the all-new Defender arrive in the local market. But, as said earlier, the company is now accepting pre-orders with a limited number of available units. You can know more about the new Defender in Land Rover PH’s website.
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Know more about Land Rover Defender 2024
The Land Rover Defender 2024 is a British off-roader vehicle that is available in four configurations. It is offered with a wide array of variants and accessory packs, with the price being available upon request. There are various available engine options in the country, including D200 and D240 4-cylinder diesel engines, D200, D250, and D300 inline-6 diesel engines, P300 4-cylinder gasoline, P400 inline-6 gasoline, and P525 V8 gasoline engines. All of which are connected to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Dimensions-wise, the Defender 90 is 4,583 mm long, 2,008 mm wide, and 1,974 mm high. Meanwhile, the Defender 110 spans 5,018 mm in length, 2,008 mm in width, and 1,972 mm in height. Locally, this British off-roader competes against the likes of the Jeep Wrangler and Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
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Land Rover Defender Launch
The Land Rover Defender 2024, initially called the Land Rover Ninety and Land Rover One Ten was introduced in April 1948 at the Amsterdam Motor Show. After 67 years, the British premium carmaker announced that the production of the Land Rover Defender would be stopped in January 2016. Its last release was in reference to the SUV’s first pre-production model with a HUE 166 number plate.
In September 2019, a refreshed version of this legendary automobile was globally released with two-wheelbase options. In the Philippines, its official importer and distributor All British Cars started accepting pre-orders as early as December 2019. In 2021, the British marque formally introduced the Defender 90.
The three-row Defender 130 was then brought in for the Philippine market in 2023.
Land Rover Defender Exterior
The Land Rover Defender Philippines measures 4,583mm long, 2,105mm wide, and 1,974mm tall. It features a squared-off body structure that perfectly exudes a sporty, modern, and classy aura. Highlights include a contrast-colored roof, a striking pair of premium matrix LED headlights with signature daytime running lights, front fog lights, front and rear classic mudflaps, and spare wheel cover.
Supporting this good-looking SUV is a set of 18inch to 22-inch wheels in a wide array of colors and finishes
Land Rover Defender Interior
Aside from its luxurious and spacious cabin, the Land Rover Defender is furnished with durable materials in a textured powder coat. Notable features include robust woven textiles in its power-adjusted leather seats, electric steering column, cross-car beam with powder coat finish, Clearsight interior rear-view mirror, metal treadplates with the vehicle’s branding, and more. Also, you may choose the vibe inside as Land Rover offers four interior colors namely ebony/ebony, acorn/lunar, khaki/ebony, and vintage tan/ebony.
Technology & Safety Features
For the infotainment, the Defender 2024 is equipped with a 10-inch Pivi Pro with Interactive Driver Display.
Safety is assured as it is packed with features such as six airbags, emergency braking, cruise control, speed limiter, lane keep assist, driver condition monitor, wade sensing, traffic sign recognition, 3D surround camera, and more.
Platform & Chassis
The Defender Philippines 2024 is built with a Double Wishbone suspension at the front and an advanced multi-link suspension at the rear.
Land Rover Defender Engine & Drivetrain
All variants of the Land Rover Defender are powered by a 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbo gasoline engine which also utilizes a semi-hybrid motor. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and can produce 395 horsepower with 550 Newton Meters.
Land Rover Defender 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender 110 75th Anniversary Edition | PRICE ON REQUEST |
| Land Rover Defender 90 | PRICE ON REQUEST |
| Land Rover Defender 110 | PRICE ON REQUEST |
| Land Rover Defender 90 75th Anniversary Edition | ₱11,690,000 |
₱ 6,310,000 - ₱ 11,890,000
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