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Land Rover Defender 4x4 110 2.4D County Hard Top

For:
The Land Rover Defender's ability in the rough stuff is legendary, and the 2.4-litre diesel engine is doggedly strong

Against:
On-road, the Defender has vague handling and a bouncy ride. The driving position is cramped and the cabin is noisy.



Performance

Pulling power takes priority over outright acceleration when it comes to hardened off-roaders. The Defender's 2.4-litre turbodiesel packs 265lb ft of punch, which will get you out of most sticky situations and allow you to tow braked trailers of up to 3500kg. On-road performance is reasonable, too, with realistic acceleration and good flexibility.

Ride & handling

Use the Defender in its natural habitat, and it'll amaze you. The low-range mechanicals and lofty ground clearance will get you through pretty much anything. On the road, it's a different story. The Defender bounces around all over the place, and has to take corners at a crawl. The steering is amazingly slow, too.

Refinement

The Defender doesn't do refinement. The engine is quieter than those in previous Defenders and you can now have a conversation at 70mph without having to shout, but it's still much louder than the average motor. Despite the din of the engine, wind- and road noise can still be heard at the UK limit.

Buying & owning

The Defender isn't exactly cheap to buy, especially for a vehicle with such a basic specification. However, running costs aren't as horrific as you might expect, and it won't cost you much to maintain or fix. This is a car that'll always be in demand, too, so used values are surprisingly strong.

Quality & reliability

The Defender, more than most other cars, is built to last. With bulletproof build quality like this, it'll keep going for years on end no matter how much punishment you give it. The bodywork is made from simple aluminium panels that are cheap and easy to repair, too. Those demanding a high-quality cabin will run a mile, though.

Safety & security

The Defender's entire safety ethos is build around the fact that it's built like a tank. There isn't a single airbag provided, and you can't even specify them as an optional extra. Range-topping XS models come with traction control and anti-lock brakes, but buyers of Base and County versions must pay extra for them.

Behind the wheel

Comfort is low on the Defender's list of priorities. The driver's seat only slides forwards and backwards, and the steering wheel is fixed. Tight elbow room means your right arm often knocks the door, too. The dash is simple and instinctive to use, with the heating and ventilation controls placed together.

Space & practicality

The Defender is an incredibly versatile car, because you can tailor it to your specific needs. The three wheelbase sizes (90, 110 and 130) come with a range of 14 bodystyles, including pick-ups, station wagons and soft-tops. They can be specified with between two and seven forward-facing seats, depending on which version you choose. All provide terrific boot space.

Equipment

The Base trim level is just that - barely any concessions are made for comfort or entertainment. County models get a CD player, electric windows and remote central locking. Range-topping XS models add luxuries such as alloys and air-conditioning and the CD stereo gains tweeter speakers and an iPod socket.

Running Costs

Town mpg

20.9

Out of Town mpg

29.7

Average mpg

25.7

Tank Capacity (gallons)

13.2

CO2 Rating (g/km)

295

Insurance Group

N/A

Typical Insurance Quote

£N/A

% Value Retained (3yrs/36,000mls)

N/A

Typical Contract Hire Rate (pcm)

£0

Pence Per Mile

0

Servicing Cost over 3yrs

£0

Servicing Intervals

12/12,000

Manufacturers Warranty

3yr/UL + 6yr Perforation + 3yr Breakdown

Performance & Measurements

Body type

4X4

Number of Doors

5

Number of Seats

2

Engine (cc/type)

2401/4

Fuel Type

Diesel

Max Power (bhp/rpm)

121/3500

Engine Position

F

Driven Wheels

Four

Length (mm)

4639

Width (mm)

1790

Height (mm)

2021

Boot Space (min ltr)

N/A

Boot Space (max ltr)

1510

Turning Circle (m)

12.8

Towing Weight(kg)

3500

Kerb Weight (kg)

2055

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