Mention four-wheel-drive vehicles, and the Land Rover Defender will inevitably be part of that list. The iconic off-road vehicle recognized the world over is now on its new generation.
Initially, the locally-available Defender is the long-wheelbase variant (Defender 110) powered by a gasoline engine. Now, Land Rover Philippines is bringing in the short-wheelbase Defender 90, and with a diesel option for both body styles.
The Land Rover Defender diesel will be making its way to the Philippines next year
The prospect of getting the latest iteration of the Defender is exciting, to say the least, especially for those who can’t wait to take the vehicles to rugged terrain. Off-road enthusiasts can avail of the Defender in a selection of two body styles: the classic 90 and the longer-wheelbase 110.
Adventurers will have a blast taking the Defender out in the wilderness
The Land Rover Defender 90 offers dimensions of 4,583mm in length, 2,105mm in width, and 1,974mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,587mm and a fixed ground clearance of 226mm.
Meanwhile, the 110 has a 435mm advantage in both length and wheelbase, while standing a negligible 7mm lower. The bigger Defender trim also has a variable ground clearance ranging from the standard 218mm to 291mm for off-road.
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LED headlamps are standard on the new Defender
Both the 90 and 110 are outfitted with almost the same exterior features, such as LED headlamps and tail lamps, front fog lamps, black roof rails, heated and power-folding door mirrors, as well as 19-inch six-spoke alloy wheels mounted on off-road tires. The 90 comes equipped with manual headlight leveling, while the 110 sports a small rear quarter glass.
All Land Rover Defenders get semi-powered front seats
Stepping into the cabin, equipment loadout is also practically identical on the two machines, except for the rear bench that’s fixed on the 90 and folding on the 110. Some of the standard features include 12-way semi-powered front seats, leather upholstery with cloth inserts, white cabin lighting, dual-zone automatic climate control, a multifunction steering wheel, an interactive TFT instrument cluster, and a 10-inch Pivi Pro infotainment system patched to six speakers.
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2021 Land Rover Defender
Under the hood, both the Land Rover Defender 90 and 110 are powered by a 3.0L twin-scroll mild-hybrid engine that makes 395 hp and 550 Nm of torque. Diesel Defenders will carry the D240 designation, packing the 2.0L Ingenium 4-cylinder twin-turbo diesel that delivers 237 hp and up to 430 Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to all four wheels via the 8-speed automatic gearbox.
Whereas the Defender 90 comes with a coil spring suspension, the Defender 110 Adaptive Dynamics that constantly analyzes road conditions and driving style up to 500 times a second, adjusting the air suspension setup accordingly. While front passenger ISOFix mounts are standard on the 110, it otherwise shares the 90’s safety equipment such as six airbags, anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, and 360-degree parking aid.
The Ingenium engine series includes turbodiesel and gasoline hybrid power plants
The 2021 Land Rover Defender is now available for pre-order at the following prices:
- Land Rover Defender 110 Urban - Php 6,310,000
- Land Rover Defender 110 Country - Php 6,360,000
- Land Rover Defender 110 Adventure - Php 6,440,000
- Land Rover Defender 110 Explorer - Php 6,610,000
- Land Rover Defender 110 First Edition - Php 9,390,000
- Land Rover Defender 90 Urban D240 - Php 5,510,000
- Land Rover Defender 90 Country D240 - Php 5,560,000
- Land Rover Defender 90 Adventure D240 - Php 5,640,000
- Land Rover Defender 90 Explorer D240 - Php 5,810,000
- Land Rover Defender 110 Urban D240 - Php 6,110,000
- Land Rover Defender 110 Country D240 - Php 6,160,000
- Land Rover Defender 110 Adventure D240 - Php 6,240,000
- Land Rover Defender 110 Explorer D240 - Php 6,410,000
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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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