2026 Land Rover Defender

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2026 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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), 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged (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

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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), 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged (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
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)
Displacement	2.0 L to 5.0 L
Cylinders	4 to 8
Aspiration	Varies by configuration: Turbocharged, Supercharged
Power	394 hp (294 kW)
Torque	406 lb-ft (550 Nm)
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Performance

Performance
Specification	Value	Source
0–100 km/h	6.1 s
Top speed	119 mph (191 km/h)
Towing capacity	8,201 lb (3,720 kg)

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	8
Drivetrain	4WD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Dimensions

Dimensions
Specification	Value	Source
Length	197.6 in (5,018 mm)
Width	79.1 in (2,008 mm)
Height	77.4 in (1,967 mm)
Wheelbase	119.0 in (3,022 mm)
Ground clearance	11.5 in (291 mm)

Weight

Weight
Specification	Value	Source
Curb weight	5,324 lb (2,415 kg)

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)

Capacity

Capacity
Specification	Value	Source
Seats	7
Doors	5

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

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

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.

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
26V263000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The fuel tank was improperly manufactured with walls that are too thin.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D127.
Reported April 23, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V163000: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket or the weld-stud on the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837.…
Reported March 18, 2026. View on NHTSA

Data sources

NHTSA vPIC · retrieved September 30, 2026 · US Government public data
EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 2, 2026

Data verified: November 2, 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 2026 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), 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 2026 Land Rover Defender have?

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

What is the fuel economy of the 2026 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 2026 Land Rover Defender front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: 4WD.

How many seats does the 2026 Land Rover Defender have?

7 seats.

How long is the 2026 Land Rover Defender?

197.6 in (5,018 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2026 Land Rover Defender?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.