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2024 Land Rover Defender

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2024 Land Rover Defender is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)
Power
394 hp (294 kW)
Torque
406 lb-ft (550 Nm)
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Fuel
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Seating
7 seats
Length 197.6 in (5,018 mm)Height 77.4 in (1,967 mm)Wheelbase 119.0 in (3,022 mm)
Outline scaled from the published measurements. An illustration, not a photograph.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)
Power Output
394 hp (294 kW)
Peak Torque
406 lb-ft (550 Nm)
Combined Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
4WD
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Capacity
7 seats · 5 doors
Exterior Dimensions
197.6″ L × 79.1″ W × 77.4″ H
Curb Weight
5,324 lbs (2,415 kg)
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)
Displacement2.0 L to 5.0 L
Cylinders4 to 8
AspirationVaries by configuration: Turbocharged, Supercharged
Power394 hp (294 kW)
Torque406 lb-ft (550 Nm)
Fuel typeVaries by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid

Performance

Performance
SpecificationValueSource
0–100 km/h6.1 s
Top speed119 mph (191 km/h)
Towing capacity8,201 lb (3,720 kg)

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears8
Drivetrain4WD

Dimensions

Dimensions
SpecificationValueSource
Length197.6 in (5,018 mm)
Width79.1 in (2,008 mm)
Height77.4 in (1,967 mm)
Wheelbase119.0 in (3,022 mm)
Ground clearance11.5 in (291 mm)

Weight

Weight
SpecificationValueSource
Curb weight5,324 lb (2,415 kg)

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
City14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Capacity

Capacity
SpecificationValueSource
Seats7
Doors5

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Payload, Gross vehicle weight rating, Electric range, Battery capacity, Fuel tank, Cargo volume. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.

  • 26V615000: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:WEBBING:STITCHING

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2024 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The second-row seat belt may be improperly stitched.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat belt serial number, and replace the seat belt, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. Additional letters will…

    Reported September 24, 2026. View on NHTSA

  • 26V599000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can…

    Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may…

    Reported September 17, 2026. View on NHTSA

  • 26V389000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.

    Remedy: Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number…

    Reported June 12, 2026. View on NHTSA

  • 26V248000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles…

    Remedy: Dealers will update the central software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's…

    Reported April 17, 2026. View on NHTSA

  • 25V016000: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Discovery Sport, 2023-2024 Defender, and 2023 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. The touchscreen in the center console may go blank at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…

    Remedy: Dealers will update the touchscreen software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N972.

    Reported January 16, 2025. View on NHTSA

  • 24E102000: EQUIPMENT

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender vehicles equipped with Raised Air Intake (RAI) aftermarket accessory equipment, with part number VPLEP0543. The raised air intake may not be secured properly, which can allow the intake to detach from the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, remove and reinstall the RAI accessory, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this…

    Reported December 6, 2024. View on NHTSA

  • 24V678000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2024 Defender, Discovery Sport, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The Near Field Sensing Module (NFSM) may overheat and cause the 3D surround camera images, including the rearview camera image, not to display.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the NFSM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N927.

    Reported September 12, 2024. View on NHTSA

  • 24V450000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Defender, 2024 Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The oil filter housing can crack and leak oil into the engine compartment.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this…

    Reported June 17, 2024. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 3, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 6, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 3, 2026

Data verified: November 3, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2024 Land Rover Defender have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 2024 Land Rover Defender have?

394 hp (294 kW), as listed by our sources.

What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Land Rover Defender?

Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2024 Land Rover Defender front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: 4WD.

How many seats does the 2024 Land Rover Defender have?

7 seats.

How long is the 2024 Land Rover Defender?

197.6 in (5,018 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2024 Land Rover Defender?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.