2027 Land Rover Defender

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2027 Land Rover Defender is listed in the US market as a suv with hybrid power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 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: Hybrid
Economy: 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) combined
Seating: 7 seats

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)

Power Output

394 hp (294 kW)

Peak Torque

406 lb-ft (550 Nm)

Combined Economy

17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 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: 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid)
Displacement	3.0 L to 4.4 L
Cylinders	6 to 8
Aspiration	Varies by configuration: Turbocharged, Supercharged
Power	394 hp (294 kW)
Torque	406 lb-ft (550 Nm)
Fuel type	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	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 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

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

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 8, 2026.

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved September 30, 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 2027 Land Rover Defender have?

Varies by configuration: 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; Mild Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 2027 Land Rover Defender have?

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

What is the fuel economy of the 2027 Land Rover Defender?

Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2027 Land Rover Defender front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: 4WD.

How many seats does the 2027 Land Rover Defender have?

7 seats.

How long is the 2027 Land Rover Defender?

197.6 in (5,018 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2027 Land Rover Defender?

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 8, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.