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The 2022 Land Rover Defender range of configurations is currently priced from $87,990.
Our most recent review of the 2022 Land Rover Defender resulted in a score of 9 out of 10 for that particular example.
Carsguide Contributing Journalist Emily Agar had this to say at the time: If you have the means to justify a car like the Defender 110 and the price tag that comes with it, then it really should be on the wish list. It’s smooth, easy and plush inside. I felt comfortable and safe, my five-year old was excited to be driven around in it and it fit all of my gear on a very busy week. The fuel economy cost a point but for the plush factor and family driven features, this earned an easy 9.0/10. My son loved how it looked like a truck and how special it felt in the back seat, he gave it a 10/10.
You can read the full review here.
This is what Emily Agar liked most about this particular version of the Land Rover Defender: Heavy-laden with features, Plush interior, Supple engine performance
The 2022 Land Rover Defender carries a braked towing capacity of up to 3500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Land Rover Defender is also known as Land Rover 90, Ninety, 110, One Ten, 127 (1983–90), 130 in markets outside Australia.
The Land Rover Defender 2022 prices range from $74,580 for the basic trim level SUV 90 P300 Standard (221KW) to $229,240 for the top of the range SUV 90 P525 V8 (386KW).
As standard the Land Rover Defender 90 S P300 has a well-stocked features list that includes a 10.0-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen multimedia system, with wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto, DAB radio, a six-speaker audio system, two-zone climate control, keyless entry and push-button start, and a whole lot more.
It also has a raft of driver-assist tech such as AEB, adaptive cruise control, driver-condition monitor, blind-spot assist, tyre pressure monitoring system, trailer stability assist and a 3D surround camera.
Indeed it will so get in quick.
With its mix of classic Range Rover and a Rover Group parts-bin bits, Morris Marina door handles, Austin Montego van tail-lights and Buick’s ancient alloy V8 all part of the mix, this thing is pre-BMW/post-BMC era British engineering genius.
Also, the original Disco is cool, with its lovely two-door wagon body, stepped roof with skylights and airy, inviting cabin offering minimalist, attractive design. And please don't forget the Land Rover's formidable 4x4 capabilities.
All-in-all, a '90s classic worth collecting. Land Rover doesn't make 'em like this any more.
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Both are perfect for what you want to do. The LandCruiser has a well-proven record, but it’s heavy and can be costly to run. The Defender, while also a proven off-roader, is more expensive the service and repair and there aren’t Land Rover dealers everywhere, like there are Toyota dealers.
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The interior is a pleasing blend of durable materials – rubber mats, carpet and soft-touch surfaces – and classy touches galore in its "Acorn Grained Leather and Robust Textile Seat Facings with Lunar Interior".
Storage options include the centre console, glovebox, twin cup holders in between driver and passenger, door pockets, and shallow spaces here and there for all of your everyday carry gear.
There are charge points, including USBs and a 12V, up front.
Front- and second-row occupants have plenty of room, and the seats are very comfortable.
The second row is a 40:20:40 folding set-up with a centre armrest. Second-row passengers have air-vent controls and USB charge points. Side windows back here do not open, but the Defender's alpine windows give the area back an open, airy feel.
The rear cargo area offers a listed 397 litres. With the second row folded down there is 1563 litres of space available. The second row does not fold anywhere near flat to the floor.
The S-spec cabin has rubber flooring and rubber flooring in the rear cargo area.
The rear cargo space has a 12V plug, cargo hooks, tie-down points and a loadspace cover.
The Land Rover Defender 90 S P300 has five seats; six seats if you opt for a jump seat in the front.
Rear cargo space is listed as 397 litres. With the second row not in use and folded down, there is a claimed 1563 litres of space.
The Land Rover Defender 90 S P300 is claimed to be able to achieve a 0-100km/h sprint in 7.1 seconds.